CSK were in danger of losing their sixth match in a row when MS Dhoni joined Shivam Dube in the chase, needing 56 runs from the last five overs. Dhoni’s quickfire 11-ball 26 and Dube’s 43* off 27 balls led Chennai to victory in IPL 2025.
Pant’s Fight Not Enough
Despite Rishabh Pant’s 63 from 49 balls, Lucknow could only score 166/7 in 20 overs, their lowest total of the season. Pant was supported by Ravindra Jadeja and Noor Ahmad’s tight bowling, restricting Lucknow Super Giants’ total.
Spinners’ Efforts Fall Short vs CSK
Spinners Ravi Bishnoi, Digvesh Rathi, and Aiden Markram took four wickets and made life difficult for Chennai. However, a costly 19-run over from Shardul Thakur ruined Lucknow’s chances of defending the total.
Dhoni Thrives Against Pace
Dhoni came in when Dube had struggled. He took on Lucknow’s pacers, making the most of deliveries from Avesh Khan and Shardul Thakur, scoring an unbeaten 26* from 11 balls to seal the win.
Key Performers
- MS Dhoni: 26* from 11 balls, sealing CSK’s win.
- Shivam Dube: 43* from 27 balls, a vital contribution.
- Rishabh Pant: 63 from 49 balls, top scorer for Lucknow.
- Shaik Rasheed: Impressive 27 from 19 balls on IPL debut.
- Ravindra Jadeja: Took two wickets and controlled LSG’s scoring.
Pant’s Heroics For LSG
Pant’s strong knock wasn’t enough as Chennai Super Kings chased down the target with ease, securing their second win in IPL 2025.
