In the thrilling IPL 2025 RCB vs CSK match at M.A. Chidambaram, Chennai, RCB ended the wait of 17 years of winning a match at Chepauk with a margin of 50 runs. RCB batted first and managed to put in a mammoth total of 196 runs on a pitch where 160 was considered a good score. With the help of Tim David’s 22-run knock 8 balls led RCB to victory and CSK experienced their largest loss at Chepauk of 50 runs.
The skipper Rajat Patidar won the Player of the Match award for his half-century knock of 51 runs in 32 balls. Phil Salt won the Super Striker of the Match award for 32 run knock in 16 balls and Rachin Ravindra received the Rupay on the Four award for hitting 5 fours. MS Dhoni became the highest scorer of CSK in IPL surpassing Suresh Raina from 4687 and making a total of 4699 runs with a cool thirty today.
RCB’s Dominant Performance in Chennai
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RCB’s win was founded on a solid all-round effort. Rajat Patida spearheaded RCB with a forceful 51 off 32 deliveries.
Patidar made the most of a dropped catch at 17 runs, making sure that he made the most of his second chance. His intent-packed knock anchored RCB’s innings on a tricky pitch.
Despite CSK’s legendary spin bowling attack with Ravindra Jadeja and R. Ashwin, RCB’s batsmen were able to contain them. Jadeja and Ashwin together bowled only five overs, giving away 59 runs, and could not make much of an impression on the match.
RCB’s Seam Attack Shines: Bhuvneshwar and Hazlewood Dominate CSK
Though most of the pre-match attention was on how RCB would approach CSK’s spinners, the Chepauk conditions shifted the focus to RCB’s seamers. Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Josh Hazlewood bowled beautifully, making the most of the seam and swing available.
Together, they ripped through CSK’s top order, finishing with a combined total of 7-0-41-4. Their controlled bowling set the tone for the rest of the game, leaving CSK struggling to get going in their run chase.
CSK’s Struggles in the Chase: Dhoni’s Late Appearance
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As CSK started their pursuit of RCB’s score, they were soon put on the back foot by RCB’s seamers.
The pursuit became a one-sided contest, with everyone paying more attention to whether MS Dhoni would bat. In a shocking turn of events, Dhoni walked into the crease at No. 9, the second time in his career that he had batted so low down the order.
This late-order batting cameo, though, was not enough to save the day, as CSK’s pursuit fell apart under pressure generated by the bowlers from RCB.
A Complete Performance: RCB’s First Win Over CSK in Chennai Since 2008
RCB’s win in this match wasn’t about a single player or department alone—it was a complete team effort. From Patidar’s powerful knock to the outstanding bowling display by Bhuvneshwar Kuma and Josh Hazlewood, RCB put up a holistic performance that gave CSK no answers.
This 50-run victory against CSK in Chennai is a record moment in IPL 2025 and sets the direction for RCB’s upcoming matches in the season.
Stat Highlights and Top Numbers of IPL 2025 RCB vs CSK Game
– RCB Score: 155/5 (Patidar has a top score with 51 out of 32 balls)
– CSK Score: 105/9 (RCB won by 50 runs)
– Figures of Bhuvneshwar Kumar: 4 for 20 from 4 overs
– Josh Hazlewood’s figures: 4 for 21 from 4 overs
– MS Dhoni surprise knock: Batting at No. 9 position, second in his career.
IPL 2025 RCB vs CSK Match Ends Chennai Jinx
In a comprehensive performance, RCB broke their Chennai jinx during IPL 2025 as they beat CSK by 50 runs and registered their first Chennai win since 2008. The game was an eye-opener in terms of how seam and swing bowling can unsettle the strongest of sides. As RCB continues its winning ways, it will strive to follow this landmark victory with further impressive form during the rest of the tournament.
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