Chennai Super Kings v Kings XI Punjab at Centurion - Preview

Centurion: Chennai Super Kings will be eyeing the top spot in the Indian Premier League (IPL) when they face Kings XI Punjab at the Centurion Park on Thursday.

Super Kings are at the second place in the IPL and a win will help them dislodge Delhi Daredevils from the No.1 spot in the standings.

For Kings XI, it will be a chance to get back to winning ways after suffering a massive defeat to defending champions Rajasthan Royals Tuesday. It was a pathetic bowling display by the Kings XI as Rajasthan Royals went on to become the first team to get past the 200-run mark in the second edition of the IPL.

Last year's runners-up Super Kings are on a three-match winning streak and if Kings XI come up with another poor bowling attack then the Chennai team will surely get a chance to extend its winning spree, which was done by Deccan Chargers early on in the innings.

For Super Kings, there is some good news. Skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni and key all-rounder Albie Morkel will be fit for the match against Kings XI.

Dhoni suffered a painful blow on his forefinger, while Morkel had his ankle strapped during the second half of the game against Deccan Chargers.

Both Dhoni and Morkel played crucial innings in Super Kings win over the formidable Deccan Chargers and will be looking to carry the same form against Kings XI.

Match facts
Thursday May 07, 2009 (day/night)
Start time 04.30pm, 14.30GMT, 08:00pm IST

Scores	Upcoming	Results
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