In the most awaited clash of IPL 2025, Mumbai Indians (MI) defeated Chennai Super Kings (CSK) by 9 wickets at Chepauk, Chennai, on April 20. The match was one-sided, with MI dominating both with the bat and the ball.
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CSK Batting IPL 2025: Ruturaj and Shivam Dube Anchor the Innings
After winning the toss, CSK chose to bat first. Opener Ruturaj Gaikwad gave CSK a steady start, scoring 48 off 36 balls. Shivam Dube played a fiery knock, smashing 52 runs in just 29 balls, including 4 sixes. CSK posted a decent total of 176/5 in 20 overs.
However, MI bowlers did well in the last five overs, especially Jasprit Bumrah and Gerald Coetzee, who slowed down the scoring rate and took key wickets.
MI’s Batting IPL 2025: Ishan Kishan and Rohit Sharma Steal the Show
MI’s opening duo, Ishan Kishan and Rohit Sharma, came out aggressively. Kishan scored a quick 68 off 34 balls, while Rohit anchored the innings with an unbeaten 76 off 51 balls. The pair added 120 runs for the first wicket.
MI chased down the target of 177 in just 15.4 overs, losing only one wicket. The CSK bowlers looked helpless against the clean hitting from MI batters.
Match Highlights:
- Player of the Match: Ishan Kishan (68 runs, 4 sixes)
- Best Bowler: Jasprit Bumrah (2/24)
- Turning Point: 120-run opening partnership
Mumbai Indians made a strong statement with this win, jumping up in the IPL 2025 points table. On the other hand, CSK will need to bounce back quickly in their next game. This classic MI vs CSK rivalry once again proved why it’s the biggest battle in IPL.