IPL: CSK Defeat MI In an Absolute Nail-Biter at Chepauk

In a nail-biting encounter on March 23, 2025, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) edged out Mumbai Indians (MI) by 4 wickets in Match 3 of the Indian Premier League 2025, chasing down 156 with 5 balls to spare.

The clash, brimming with drama, showcased stellar performances that kept fans on the edge of their seats.

MI, batting first, posted 155/9 in 20 overs. Suryakumar Yadav (29 off 26) and Tilak Varma (31 off 25) steadied the ship after early blows, but it was Deepak Chahar’s unbeaten 28 off 15—smashing 2 fours and 2 sixes—that gave MI a fighting total. CSK’s bowlers, however, dominated.

Noor Ahmad was the standout, claiming 4/18 in 4 overs, while Khaleel Ahmed’s 3/29 rattled MI’s top order.

CSK’s chase began shakily with Rahul Tripathi falling for 2, but captain Ruturaj Gaikwad ignited the innings with a blistering 53 off 26 balls, including 6 fours and 3 sixes. His departure at 78/2 sparked a mini-collapse, but Rachin Ravindra’s composure proved decisive.

Scoring an unbeaten 65 off 45 balls, Ravindra anchored the innings, guiding CSK to victory despite late pressure from MI’s Vignesh Puthur (3/32).

The match swung back and forth, with MI’s bowlers fighting valiantly, but CSK’s depth and Ravindra’s cool head sealed the deal at 158/6 in 19.1 overs. This victory underlines CSK’s resilience and sets the tone for their IPL 2025 campaign, while MI will look to regroup after a spirited but losing effort.