Hyderabad FC and Delhi FC shared a point each in the opening clash of Group E while Delhi FC moved up to the top spot in the points table after another 1-1 draw against Thribhuvan Army on Wednesday in Kokrajhar.
Chennaiyin FC, under new head coach Owen Coyle, will feature in the competition for the first time this season, and have a few new faces who are expected to make debuts in this game.
Hyderabad FC, who saw Ramhlunchhunga score a belter to secure a point in the last game, will hope to put in a stronger performance against their fellow-ISL side, in search of some crucial points.
The duo met in the previous edition of the Durand Cup group stage too, with Hyderabad FC running out 3-1 victors but with plenty of changes in both camps, this game could totally be a different affair.
With the top spot and an early advantage in Group E up for grabs, this game is expected to be another closely contested Durand Cup affair.
The game kicks off at 3pm on Thursday and will be telecasted live on Sony Sports 2 and the Sony Liv.