MS Dhoni on strike. 20 runs needed in the last over. Thousands of CSK fans were cheering loudly, hoping for another Dhoni special. But for Rajasthan Royals’ bowler Sandeep Sharma, it was a make-or-break moment.
Bowling the final over against the best last-over finisher is never easy. The pressure was high as Sandeep stepped up. He started with a wide, making things even more tense. But what happened next shocked everyone in the Guwahati stadium.
Dhoni’s Dismissal – The Turning Point
On the next ball, Sandeep bowled a low full toss. Dhoni, trying to hit it towards the leg side, made good contact. But at deep mid-wicket, Shimron Hetmyer ran fast to his left and took a brilliant low catch. The stadium, which was roaring seconds ago, suddenly fell silent as Dhoni stood still, realizing he was out.
Sandeep, overcome with emotion, folded his hands and looked up to thank the almighty. His teammates rushed in, celebrating a huge victory. Rajasthan Royals had defeated CSK by six runs, successfully stopping the Dhoni factor.
The Build-Up to the Final Over
CSK fans were hoping for a classic Dhoni-Jadeja comeback, as 45 runs were needed in the last three overs.
Dhoni, who had faced criticism for batting at No. 9 in the previous match, came at No. 7 this time. But he struggled to find the boundary. In the 18th over, bowled by Maheesh Theekshana, he faced three balls but could only score three runs, increasing the pressure.
Finally, in the 19th over, Dhoni brought some hope. He smashed Tushar Deshpande for a four and then hit a huge six, making the crowd go wild. CSK needed 20 runs from the last 6 balls.
Nerves high, heart racing—you see Sandeep rolling his arm with ice in his veins. He’s done it before. He’s done it again. 💗@sandeep25a, you beauty! 🫡 pic.twitter.com/vm8Ozpr17z
— Rajasthan Royals (@rajasthanroyals) March 30, 2025
Sandeep’s Perfect Last Over
With Dhoni in form, many believed a miracle finish was coming. But Sandeep Sharma kept his cool. He bowled smartly, took Dhoni’s wicket, and ensured CSK could not make a comeback.
Match Summary
Earlier in the game, Rajasthan Royals scored 182/9, with Riyan Parag (37) and Nitish Rana (81) leading the way. CSK’s Ruturaj Gaikwad (63) tried his best, but Sandeep’s final over brilliance secured Rajasthan Royals’ victory.
With this thrilling win, Rajasthan Royals have gained momentum and will now focus on their next match against Punjab Kings on Saturday.
