IPL 2025: Traffic advisory issued for CSK vs PBKS match at Chennai's Chepauk Stadium today; check routes, parking details here

NEW DELHI: In view of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 fixture between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) scheduled for Wednesday, April 30, the Greater Chennai Traffic Police have issued special traffic and parking arrangements to facilitate smooth vehicular flow and ensure public safety in and around MA Chidambaram Stadium.

The match is set to begin at 7.30pm, and a large turnout is expected. To manage the anticipated crowd and traffic congestion, the following arrangements will be enforced from 5pm to 11pm.


Parking arrangements

• For car pass holders: Vehicles with valid car passes will be allowed to park only in areas designated on their respective passes.

For non-car pass holders:

• Self-driven vehicles: Spectators driving themselves are advised to use cathedral road to R.K Salai to reach Kamarajar Salai (Marina beach Road) and park at the Marina Beach Service Road parking area. Access to the stadium is via the pedestrian subways.
• Taxis, auto-rickshaws & chauffeur-driven vehicles: Commuters are advised to take Anna Salai to reach Wallajah road for drop-off near the stadium, after which vehicles may proceed to Sivananda Salai for parking.

Mini buses / MTC / special buses:

Entry of buses will be restricted on Wallajah Road. Pick-up and drop-off points will be located at Swamy Sivananda Salai, and passengers may walk to the stadium via Press Club Road.

Traffic diversions

• Victoria Hostel Road (Canal Road): Entry allowed only from Bharathi Salai. No entry from Wallajah Road.
• Bells Road: To function as a one-way road with entry permitted only from Bharathi Salai. No entry from Wallajah Salai.
• Bharathi Salai: Vehicles heading from Ratna Café towards Kamarajar Salai will be diverted at the Bells Road – Wallajah Salai junction.

Public transport advisory

Spectators are strongly encouraged to use public transport. The Chepauk MRTS Station and Government Estate Metro Station offer convenient access to the stadium.

These measures are part of a broader, season-long traffic management plan by the Greater Chennai Traffic Police for all Chennai Super Kings home fixtures at MA Chidambaram Stadium. Similar arrangements will be implemented for upcoming matches against Rajasthan Royals, Sunrisers Hyderabad, and other visiting teams.