Here is why Faf du Plessis Isn’t Playing Today’s IPL 2025 Match 17 Against CSK

Faf du Plessis missed Delhi Capitals’ high-stakes IPL 2025 match against Chennai Super Kings due to a fitness issue. Delhi confirmed his unavailability shortly before the toss at Chepauk. His absence came as a major blow to the Capitals, who had started the season strongly with two wins in two matches.

Du Plessis Ruled Out After Discomfort Post Last Game

Faf du Plessis had been one of Delhi’s key batters in their opening matches. His form at the top of the order gave DC a flying start to IPL 2025. However, team sources revealed he experienced discomfort following the previous game. After medical consultation, DC’s management decided to rest him for the clash against CSK in hot and humid Chennai conditions.

The coaching staff didn’t want to risk worsening the injury. With the tournament still in its early phase, the franchise is expected to monitor his condition over the next few days. If he clears fitness in time, he could return in their upcoming fixture.

Sameer Rizvi Makes IPL 2025 Debut for Delhi Capitals

With du Plessis ruled out, Delhi brought in Sameer Rizvi. The young middle-order batter received his first opportunity this season. DC reshuffled their lineup, sending KL Rahul and Jake Fraser-McGurk to open the innings.

Sameer, who impressed in domestic cricket, was expected to fill the gap in the middle overs. The team’s balance changed slightly without du Plessis’ experience at the top, but Delhi still looked competitive with their in-form bowling unit.

Devon Conway Returns to CSK Playing XI

Chennai Super Kings made a key change of their own. Devon Conway returned to the side after missing the first few matches. He replaced Rahul Tripathi, who had failed to make an impact in the first three games with scores of 2, 5, and 23. Conway walked out to a loud cheer from the home crowd when his name was announced at the toss.

Ruturaj Gaikwad, despite injury speculation, led the team once again. The idea of MS Dhoni captaining again had created buzz, but Ruturaj put all rumours to rest when he stepped out for the toss. CSK also replaced Jamie Overton with Mukesh Choudhary to strengthen their Indian pace attack.

CSK vs DC Playing XIs

Chennai Super Kings:

Ruturaj Gaikwad (C), Devon Conway, Rahul Tripathi, Shivam Dube, Rachin Ravindra, Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni (WK), Ravichandran Ashwin, Khaleel Ahmed, Noor Ahmad, Matheesha Pathirana

Delhi Capitals:

Faf du Plessis, Jake Fraser-McGurk, KL Rahul (WK), Tristan Stubbs, Axar Patel (C), Ashutosh Sharma, Sameer Rizvi, Kuldeep Yadav, Mitchell Starc, Mukesh Kumar, Mohit Sharma

CSK went into the match having won only one of their first three games. DC were unbeaten so far. Conway’s return added depth to CSK’s batting, while Delhi hoped their younger batters would step up in du Plessis’ absence. The result of the match could play a big role in shaping both teams’ IPL 2025 campaigns.

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