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IPL 2025: MS Dhoni Becomes CSK’s All-Time Leading Run Scorer

By Unnati Madan
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MS Dhoni became the top run-scorer for Chennai Super Kings in IPL history during their match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the M. A. Chidambaram Stadium on Friday in IPL 2025.

MS Dhoni Becomes CSK’s Highest Run Scorer in IPL History

He scored 30 runs from 16 balls in CSK’s 50-run defeat, hitting three fours and two sixes. With this, the former India captain reached a total of 4,699 runs in the IPL, surpassing Suresh Raina’s record of 4,687 runs.

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IPL 2025: MS Dhoni Becomes CSK’s All-Time Leading Run Scorer

CSK’s Top Run Scorers in IPL History

Here are the highest run scorers for Chennai Super Kings in IPL history:

  1. MS Dhoni 4,699 runs in 204 innings
  2. Suresh Raina 4,687 runs in 171 innings
  3. Faf du Plessis 2,721 runs in 86 innings
  4. Ruturaj Gaikwad 2,433 runs in 67 innings
  5. Ravindra Jadeja 1,939 runs in 127 innings

MS Dhoni batted at number 9 for Chennai Super Kings, but it was too late to make a difference as his team lost to Royal Challengers Bengaluru by 50 runs on Friday.

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Chasing 197, CSK kept losing wickets regularly. When Shivam Dube got out in the 13th over, many expected Dhoni to bat next. However, R Ashwin came in to join Ravindra Jadeja instead. By the time Dhoni came to bat in the 16th over, the match was almost out of CSK’s reach.

The former India captain remained not out with 30 runs from 16 balls, but it did not help CSK avoid defeat. Fans were unhappy that Dhoni came out to bat so late and shared their frustration on social media.

Match Summary: CSK vs RCB, IPL 2025

Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeated Chennai Super Kings by 50 runs in their IPL match on Friday, marking CSK’s first loss to RCB at Chepauk since 2008.

Chasing 197, CSK managed 146 for 8 in 20 overs. Rachin Ravindra top-scored with 41, while MS Dhoni remained unbeaten on 30 off 16 balls.

For RCB, Josh Hazlewood (3/21), Yash Dayal (2/18), and Liam Livingstone (2/28) took key wickets.

Earlier, RCB posted 196 for 7, led by Rajat Patidar’s 51. Phil Salt (32), Virat Kohli (31), and Tim David (22*) also contributed.

For CSK, Noor Ahmad (3/36) was the standout bowler, with Pathirana, Ashwin, and Khaleel Ahmed taking a wicket each.

ALSO READ: IPL 2025 RCB vs CSK: Victory after 6155 Days For RCB At Chepauk

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