The intense rivalry between MI and CSK is not just restricted to the field. The overwhelming support from their fans whether the teams are playing at home or away, also adds to the excitement.

While CSK have maintained a winning run in their first three games, Mumbai Indians are struggling to get their bowling acts together. Except Jasprit Bumrah, who has been impressive with an economy rate of 7.11 from three games, the rest of the MI bowlers have proved to be expensive in their respective outings.

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MI opener Quinton de Kock defended his team's bowlers. "The last three wickets [we have] played on have been batsmen-friendly. It doesn't matter who you are. Some of the bowlers in the team do want to stand up. They have done well for the country. So, I am sure they will stand up," the South African said.

CSK's unbeaten run is pleasing for coach Stephen Fleming, but it isn't convincing enough. "It's been a good start. I would not say that they were dominating performances, but good hard-fought wins. The way we got out of trouble [in the last game against Rajasthan Royals] on home turf, that's always pleasing from a coach's point of view," said Fleming.

Fleming wants more

"By no means we are anywhere near [where] we want to be, but we are just winning the key moments with some experienced players standing up, which is a good sign," Fleming added.

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