Chennai Super Kings (CSK) started IPL 2025 with a strong win against Mumbai Indians (MI), defeating them by 4 wickets at MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai. CSK chased 156 runs in 19.1 overs, losing 6 wickets on the way.
Rachin Ravindra and Ruturaj Gaikwad Shine for CSK
- Rachin Ravindra, who replaced Devon Conway, played a match-winning knock of 65 runs off 45 balls, staying not out till the end.
- Captain Ruturaj Gaikwad also played a superb innings, scoring 53 runs in just 26 balls.
Deepak Chahar Impresses for Mumbai Indians
- Former CSK player Deepak Chahar, now playing for Mumbai Indians, had a great all-round performance.
- He scored 28 runs off 15 balls, hitting 2 fours and 2 sixes.
- With the ball, he took 1 wicket for 18 runs in 2 overs.
MS Dhoni’s Special Moments
- MS Dhoni, batting at number 8, played only 2 balls but did not score any runs.
- He created history by becoming the third player to play in all 18 IPL seasons.
- Dhoni also showed his sharp wicketkeeping skills by stumping MI captain Suryakumar Yadav.
Fun Moment Between Dhoni and Chahar
After the match, there was a funny moment when Dhoni jokingly hit Chahar with his bat during the post-match handshake.
CSK’s Trust in Dhoni
- CSK had retained Dhoni for ₹4 crore before the IPL 2025 mega auction.
- The five-time IPL-winning captain once again proved his importance to the team.
This season’s first ‘El Clasico’ between CSK and MI was full of exciting moments, making it a great start to IPL 2025!
