CSK vs RR IPL 2025 – Match 11 : Rajasthan Royals (RR) opened their IPL 2025 account with a hard-fought 6-run victory over Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in Guwahati on Sunday. In a match filled with momentum swings, it was the bowling brilliance of Wanindu Hasaranga and Jofra Archer that ultimately helped RR defend 182/9 against a CSK side that has now lost back-to-back matches.
CSK’s Batting Woes Continue in Steep Chase
Despite a valiant effort from MS Dhoni and Ravindra Jadeja late in the innings, CSK’s top-order misfires left them with too much to do in the final overs. Chasing 183, CSK finished on 176/6, extending their long-standing record of not chasing down a total above 180 since IPL 2019.
A rare failure from Rachin Ravindra, who fell for a duck to Jofra Archer’s wicket-maiden, put early pressure on the Super Kings. Rahul Tripathi and captain Ruturaj Gaikwad led the resistance, with Gaikwad scoring a gritty half-century. But once he fell, the momentum dipped once more.
Hasaranga’s Magic Turns the Tide
Sri Lankan spinner Wanindu Hasaranga was the match-winner in the middle overs. Bowling with control and attacking intent, he returned figures of 4/25, picking up a wicket in every over of his spell. His scalps included key players in CSK’s middle order, stalling their acceleration.
Archer’s early blow and Hasaranga’s tight grip on the middle overs kept RR in command despite Tushar Deshpande leaking runs at the death for RR.
Dhoni, Jadeja Take It Deep—But Too Late
With 39 needed off the final 2 overs, MS Dhoni and Ravindra Jadeja were CSK’s last hope. The experienced pair gave it their all, picking up boundaries and taking the game into the final over. But Sandeep Sharma, one of the league’s most underrated death specialists, held his nerve, sealing the match for RR and delivering their first points of IPL 2025.
Nitish Rana’s Blistering Knock Sets the Tone
Earlier, Nitish Rana’s explosive 81 off 36 balls at No. 3 provided RR with a flying start. But the team lost momentum in the second half of their innings, scoring just 42 runs in the final six overs. Despite that slump, their 182/9 proved just enough on the day.
Points Table Update: Both Teams on the Board
With this result, RR and CSK are now level on points, each having won 1 out of their 3 matches so far. However, CSK’s inability to chase down targets above 180 remains a major concern, continuing a dry run in such pursuits since IPL 2019.
Royals Find Redemption, CSK Left Rethinking
The CSK vs RR IPL 2025 clash was a rollercoaster contest that reaffirmed the value of middle-over breakthroughs and calm execution in the death. While CSK will rue missed opportunities and poor start with the bat, Rajasthan Royals will take heart from their bowling unit stepping up when it mattered most.
With the tournament still in its early stages, both teams have shown glimpses of their best—but will need greater consistency to emerge as playoff contenders.
Recap Bullets From CSK Vs RR IPL 2025
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