Champions League 2014 Match 15 prediction: Chennai (52%) expected to defeat Perth (48%)

By Shashi Mittal On September 27, 2014

Prediction methodology

Prediction: Chennai (52%) predicted to defeat Perth (48%) in a close match (Match scorecard)

Team form

Chennai Super Kings: The Super Kings lost their first match to Kolkata Knight Riders, then registered an emphatic victory against the Dolphins, but had their last match against Lahore Lions washed out due to rain at this very venue.
Perth Scorchers: The Scorchers won a tense match against the Dolphins, but then lost their next match to Kolkata Knight Riders.

Venue

The previous match at the Chinnaswamy Stadium was abandoned because of heavy rains, and there is a forecast of rain on Saturday as well. If the match indeed gets washed out, it will be tough luck for Chennai Super Kings to make it to the knock-out stage, as they have no more games left in the league stage. Perth Scorchers have one more match to go, but they would certainly want to play this game and win it to boost their chances.

Prediction

Expect this match to be a closely fought affair, as both the teams are fighting for the second playoff spot in this group, and therefore stakes are high for both of them. Our model gives a slight advantage to Chennai Super Kings, but only just. It will not be a surprise if this match goes down to the last over, as both of the Scorchers previous matches have. Dhoni will certainly have to be on his toes when his side his bowling, as the Scorchers certainly have the potential for end of innings surprises. If the weather remains good for the duration of this game, then we are set for an exciting contest between these two teams.