NEW DELHI: Chennai Super Kings finally returned to winning ways in the Indian Premier League 2025, halting a five-match losing streak with a thrilling five-wicket victory over Lucknow Super Giants at the Ekana Stadium on Monday. Despite the much-needed win, CSK continue to languish at the bottom of the points table.
Chasing 167, it was the calm presence of Shivam Dube (43* off 37 balls) and a vintage finishing act from MS Dhoni (26* off 11 balls) that sealed the win for CSK with three balls to spare. The duo came together when CSK were in deep trouble at 111 for 5 in 15 overs and stitched a crucial 57-run stand in just 27 deliveries to steer their team home.
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This marked only the second win for CSK in seven matches, taking their points tally to 4. However, they remain in 10th place due to a poor net run rate and overall consistency issues.
For LSG, the loss was their third of the season in seven games. They are currently fourth on the table with 8 points, still firmly in contention for a playoff spot.
Earlier in the evening, LSG captain Rishabh Pant returned to form with a composed 63 off 49 balls, anchoring his team to a respectable total of 166. But in the end, it wasn't enough to deny CSK a long-overdue victory.
Chasing 167, it was the calm presence of Shivam Dube (43* off 37 balls) and a vintage finishing act from MS Dhoni (26* off 11 balls) that sealed the win for CSK with three balls to spare. The duo came together when CSK were in deep trouble at 111 for 5 in 15 overs and stitched a crucial 57-run stand in just 27 deliveries to steer their team home.
Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel.
This marked only the second win for CSK in seven matches, taking their points tally to 4. However, they remain in 10th place due to a poor net run rate and overall consistency issues.
For LSG, the loss was their third of the season in seven games. They are currently fourth on the table with 8 points, still firmly in contention for a playoff spot.
Earlier in the evening, LSG captain Rishabh Pant returned to form with a composed 63 off 49 balls, anchoring his team to a respectable total of 166. But in the end, it wasn't enough to deny CSK a long-overdue victory.
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