In a landmark match of IPL 2025, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) secured a resounding 50-run victory over Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at Chennai’s MA Chidambaram Stadium on March 26. This triumph marked RCB’s first win at Chepauk against CSK since 2008, breaking a 17-year streak. ​

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IPL 2025 – RCB’s Batting Performance Sets a Strong Total

Opting to bat first, RCB’s opener Phil Salt provided an explosive start, scoring 32 runs off 16 balls. Captain Rajat Patidar anchored the innings with a composed 51 off 32 deliveries, guiding RCB to a competitive total of 196/7 in their allotted 20 overs.

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Rajat Patidar’s Half-Century Boosts RCB in IPL 2025

Chasing 197, CSK faced early setbacks as RCB’s pace attack, led by Josh Hazlewood, dismantled the top order. Hazlewood’s exceptional spell yielded 3 wickets for 21 runs, leaving CSK struggling. Despite efforts from Rachin Ravindra, who top-scored with 41 runs, and a late cameo by MS Dhoni, CSK managed only 146/8, falling short by 50 runs. ​

Key Performances:

• Rajat Patidar (RCB): 51 runs off 32 balls.
  
• Phil Salt (RCB): 32 runs off 16 balls.
  
• Josh Hazlewood (RCB): 3 wickets for 21 runs.​
  
• Rachin Ravindra (CSK): 41 runs.​
  

Points Table Impact:

This victory propelled RCB to the top of the IPL 2025 points table with 4 points from 2 matches. Conversely, CSK’s defeat caused them to slip to the seventh position. 

RCB’s comprehensive win not only ended their prolonged winless streak at Chepauk but also underscored their strong form in the ongoing IPL season.​