Chennai Super Kings vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru Highlights, IPL 2025: RCB Breach Chepauk Fortress, Break 17-Year Jinx With Win Over CSK
RCB's second win in Chennai with their first victory coming back in IPL 2008.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) secured a historic 50-run victory over Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the IPL 2025 match at MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai. This win ended RCB’s 17-year-long drought at the venue, marking only their second-ever triumph there, the first dating back to IPL 2008.
Opting to bat first, RCB posted a formidable total of 196 for 7 in 20 overs. Rajat Patidar led the charge with a well-crafted 51 off 32 balls, while Phil Salt (32 off 16) and Devdutt Padikkal (27 off 14) provided explosive starts. Towards the end, Tim David’s blistering cameo of 22* off just 8 balls, which included three consecutive sixes, gave RCB a strong finish.
In response, CSK struggled against RCB’s disciplined bowling attack. Josh Hazlewood delivered an exceptional spell, claiming 3 wickets for 21 runs, while Yash Dayal and Liam Livingstone picked up two wickets each. CSK’s chase never gained momentum as they kept losing wickets at regular intervals. Despite Noor Ahmad’s commendable 3 for 36 with the ball earlier, CSK failed to match RCB’s intensity, falling well short of the target. RCB’s commanding win reaffirmed their dominance in the 2025 IPL season.
Here are the Highlights of CSK vs RCB, IPL 2025 match
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) secured a dominant 50-run victory over Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in IPL 2025, breaking their 17-year winless streak at MA Chidambaram Stadium. This marks RCB’s second consecutive win this season, keeping them at the top of the points table.
Batting first, RCB posted a solid 196/7 in 20 overs, powered by Rajat Patidar’s 51 off 32 balls. Phil Salt (32 off 16) and Devdutt Padikkal (27 off 14) provided explosive starts, while Tim David’s late cameo of 22* off 8, including three consecutive sixes, gave RCB the perfect finish.
CSK, in reply, struggled against RCB’s disciplined bowling and managed only 146/8 in 20 overs. Josh Hazlewood led the attack with 3/21, while Yash Dayal and Liam Livingstone bagged two wickets each. Despite Noor Ahmad’s 3/36 with the ball, CSK never really looked in control, handing RCB a well-earned victory.
RCB 196/7 (20)
CSK 146/8 (20)
# MS Dhoni showed glimpses of his vintage self with back-to-back boundaries off Josh Hazlewood. First, he executed a clever scoop shot, sending the ball racing to the boundary. On the very next delivery, he capitalized on a short ball, dispatching it to deep mid-wicket for another four.
Despite Dhoni’s late resistance, Chennai Super Kings struggled in their chase of 197 against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. At 129/7 in 18.2 overs, the target seemed far out of reach. RCB’s disciplined bowling, led by Hazlewood’s fiery spell, kept CSK under pressure as they inched closer to a crucial 50-run victory.
Josh Hazlewood delivered a tight over, conceding just six runs in his third spell, further tightening RCB’s grip on the game. With Chennai Super Kings needing 90 runs off just 18 balls, the result was a mere formality.
RCB’s bowlers maintained discipline, ensuring CSK never gained momentum in their chase of 197. While the win was already sealed, RCB remained focused on improving their net run rate, which could be crucial later in the tournament. Hazlewood’s economical bowling, along with support from Yash Dayal and Liam Livingstone, ensured a comprehensive victory for RCB in IPL 2025.
CSK 107/7 (17)
Liam Livingstone struck in the over, dismissing R Ashwin, bringing MS Dhoni to the crease. The stadium erupted in loud cheers as the CSK legend walked out to bat, hoping to pull off a miracle.
With Chennai Super Kings needing 96 runs off just 24 balls, the task seemed nearly impossible. RCB’s disciplined bowling had put them in complete control, but Dhoni’s presence kept fans hopeful for some fireworks. However, with the required run rate skyrocketing, CSK needed something extraordinary to turn the game around against a well-drilled RCB bowling attack in this IPL 2025 clash.
CSK 101/7 (16)
Ravichandran Ashwin showcased his skill with a clever reverse sweep off Krunal Pandya, sending the ball to the boundary for four. Despite 10 runs coming off the over, Chennai Super Kings still faced an uphill battle, needing 99 runs in just 30 balls.
With the required run rate soaring to nearly 20 per over, the match seemed to be slipping out of CSK’s grasp. RCB’s disciplined bowling attack had kept them in control, making a comeback highly unlikely. Unless a miraculous knock unfolded, RCB looked set for a convincing victory in this IPL 2025 showdown.
CSK 98/6 (15)
Yash Dayal struck again, claiming his second wicket in the over as Shivam Dube’s attempted big shot resulted in an inside edge crashing into the stumps. With two quick wickets, RCB tightened their grip on the match, leaving CSK in deep trouble.
Despite MS Dhoni still waiting in the dugout, the game seemed all but lost for the hosts. With the required run rate soaring, CSK’s chances of a comeback looked slim. RCB’s disciplined bowling had ensured their dominance, and unless Dhoni produced something magical, this IPL 2025 clash was heading towards a convincing victory for Bengaluru.
CSK 81/6 (13)
Yash Dayal delivered a crucial breakthrough for RCB, dismissing the dangerous Rachin Ravindra. The ball took an inside edge, deflected off his pads, and crashed into the stumps, dealing a massive blow to CSK’s hopes.
With Ravindra back in the dugout, Chennai found themselves in deep trouble, struggling at 76/5 in 12.3 overs. The required run rate continued to climb, making the chase increasingly difficult. Ravindra Jadeja walked in as the new batter, but with RCB’s bowlers maintaining tight control, the match was slipping away from CSK, bringing RCB closer to a well-earned victory in IPL 2025.
CSK 76/5 (12.3)
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This is sensational bowling from Suyash Sharma. The youngster has hardly given any opportunities to the batter to attack him and CSK are really struggling to score quickly with the run rate growing rapidly. Both Rachin Ravindra and Shivam Dube have failed to score big constantly and this can be game over for the hosts if they cannot accelarate quickly.CSK 75/4 (11.5)
Chennai Super Kings' run chase is getting tougher with every passing over as RCB continues to apply pressure. Shivam Dube attempted a couple of big shots but managed just one boundary off Yash Dayal. With CSK at 73/4 in 11 overs, the required run rate is steadily rising, making the task even more challenging.
To pull off a win, CSK will need a heroic effort from one or two batters. However, with RCB’s disciplined bowling attack in full control, the hosts are running out of time and options in this crucial IPL 2025 clash at MA Chidambaram Stadium.
Big wicket for RCB! Sam Curran departs as he falls to Liam Livingstone's clever flighted delivery. Trying to go big, Curran mistimed his shot, sending the ball high into the air, where Krunal Pandya took a comfortable catch at long-on.
With CSK now struggling at 52/4 in 8.5 overs, their chase is becoming even more difficult. They need 145 runs in 67 balls, and the required run rate is climbing rapidly. With RCB’s bowlers in control, Chennai will need a special knock from their remaining batters to have any chance of turning this IPL 2025 match around.
Suyash Sharma started his spell with a tight five-run over, keeping RCB in complete control of the game. Coming in as an impact substitute for Devdutt Padikkal, Sharma’s disciplined bowling added to CSK’s struggles in the chase.
With the required run rate steadily rising, Chennai Super Kings need to accelerate soon or risk falling too far behind. Their batters must start finding boundaries to keep their hopes alive. However, with RCB maintaining pressure and executing their plans perfectly, CSK faces an uphill battle to turn things around in this crucial IPL 2025 encounter at MA Chidambaram Stadium.
@ Royal Challengers Bengaluru completely dominated the powerplay, putting Chennai Super Kings on the back foot early in the chase. RCB’s bowlers struck thrice, not only restricting CSK’s scoring but also building immense pressure.
With just 30/3 on the board after six overs, Chennai now faces a daunting task of chasing 167 runs in 84 balls. The required run rate is climbing, and CSK will need a strong partnership to stay in the game. RCB, on the other hand, will look to keep up their disciplined bowling and tighten their grip further in this IPL 2025 encounter.
@ Bhuvneshwar Kumar finally got his reward, dismissing Deepak Hooda after a brilliant review from RCB. The pacer wasn’t too confident, but wicketkeeper Jitesh Sharma and Virat Kohli were convinced, with Kohli even signaling for the review before captain Rajat Patidar decided to go upstairs.
Replays confirmed the faintest of edges, and Hooda had to walk back after scoring just 4 off 9 balls. With CSK struggling at 26/3 in 4.4 overs, RCB tightened their grip on the game, making the chase even more difficult. Chennai needed a solid partnership to recover in this crucial IPL 2025 clash.
@ Bhuvneshwar Kumar delivered another excellent over, keeping things tight for RCB. Despite not getting a wicket, he consistently troubled Deepak Hooda with his accuracy and movement.
In a moment of luck for CSK, Hooda got an inside edge, but the ball narrowly missed the stumps and raced away for a boundary. Still, RCB remained in control as Chennai struggled at 13/2 after 3 overs. With the pressure building and the required run rate climbing, CSK needed to accelerate soon, while RCB’s disciplined bowling continued to dictate terms in this IPL 2025 encounter at MA Chidambaram Stadium.
@ Josh Hazlewood delivered another big blow as he dismissed CSK captain Ruturaj Gaikwad, putting Chennai in deep trouble early in the chase. With just 8 runs on the board and two wickets down in two overs, CSK found themselves struggling against RCB’s disciplined attack.
RCB couldn’t have asked for a better start as they aimed to break their 17-year jinx of not winning at Chepauk since 2008. With momentum firmly on their side, their bowlers continued to dominate, making the chase even more challenging for CSK in this high-stakes IPL 2025 encounter at MA Chidambaram Stadium.
@ Devdutt Padikkal’s explosive cameo came to an end as he departed after scoring 27 off 14 balls. Attempting another aggressive shot, he hit R Ashwin’s delivery straight to Ruturaj Gaikwad at extra cover.
This was a crucial breakthrough for CSK, as RCB lost their second wicket at 76/2 in 7.5 overs. Meanwhile, Virat Kohli was struggling to find his rhythm at the other end, adding pressure on the batting side. With RCB aiming for a big total, they needed their middle order to step up and accelerate in this crucial IPL 2025 clash at MA Chidambaram Stadium.
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