SRH’s Dominant Chase Secures Convincing 5-Wicket Victory Over CSK in IPL 2025 Match 43

Introduction: The Fortress Crumbles Under Orange Heat

The MA Chidambaram Stadium, a CSK stronghold, witnessed a rare breach as Sunrisers Hyderabad chased down a modest total of 154 in 19.4 overs. Abhishek Sharma starred with the bat, and despite a mini-collapse in the middle, SRH held their nerve to secure a 5-wicket win over Chennai Super Kings in this high-stakes encounter.

CSK Batting: Brevis Brilliance Amid a Mid-Innings Collapse

Batting first at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, CSK got off to a stuttering start as Shaik Rasheed fell on the very first ball of the innings. However, young Ayush Mhatre steadied things briefly with a brisk 30 off 19 balls, hitting 6 boundaries. The star with the bat was Dewald Brevis, who smashed 42 off 25 balls including 4 massive sixes, accelerating CSK’s innings in the middle overs.

Despite his heroics, CSK’s middle order faltered. Ravindra Jadeja (21 off 17) and Deepak Hooda (22 off 21) got starts but couldn’t capitalize. Veteran skipper MS Dhoni managed just 6 off 10 balls. Late order resistance was minimal as CSK were bundled out for 154 in 19.5 overs — a total that felt light on a surface easing under lights.

Full CSK Top Scorers:

• Ayush Mhatre – 30 (19) [6×4]
• Ravindra Jadeja – 21 (17)
• Dewald Brevis – 42 (25) [4×6, 1×4]
• Shivam Dube – 12 (9)
• Deepak Hooda – 22 (21)
• MS Dhoni – 6 (10)

SRH Bowling:

SRH’s bowlers delivered a solid performance to bowl out CSK for 154 in 19.5 overs. Mohammed Shami started strong with a wicket in his first over, finishing with 1/28 in 4 overs. Pat Cummins supported well, taking 2/21. Harshal Patel was the standout, claiming 4/28, including key wickets of Dhoni and Brevis. Kamindu Mendis dismissed Jadeja, while Unadkat took 2/21. Together, SRH’s bowlers kept CSK under control, with regular breakthroughs throughout the innings.

CSK Innings Summary

• Shaik Rasheed (0 off 1): Shaik Rasheed’s time at the crease was short-lived, as he fell to a beautiful delivery from Shami. The ball swung away from the off-stump, catching Rasheed’s outside edge, and Abhishek Sharma made no mistake at slip. It was an early blow for CSK, leaving them on the back foot right from the start.
• Ayush Mhatre (30 off 19, 6×4): Ayush Mhatre played with intent, smashing multiple boundaries early in his innings. His aggressive style was a bright spot for CSK, but his knock ended when he mistimed a shot against Cummins, leading to an easy catch. Despite his promising start, his dismissal left the team in need of a solid partnership to recover.

• Sam Curran (9 off 10): Sam Curran’s stint was brief. He couldn’t capitalize on the pressure building around him and fell to a mis-timed pull shot off Harshal Patel. His wicket, caught by Aniket Verma, was another setback for CSK as they failed to stabilize the innings.
• Shivam Dube (12 off 9, 1×4, 1×6): Dube’s knock was short, but he did manage to hit a boundary and a six. However, he couldn’t get the power needed and ended up hoisting one into the hands of Abhishek Sharma off Unadkat’s bowling. His dismissal at this stage further intensified the pressure on CSK.
• MS Dhoni (6 off 10): Dhoni, the veteran finisher, was unable to make a significant impact. He struggled to find his timing and, after a few mis-hits, was caught behind by Abhishek Sharma off Harshal Patel. Dhoni’s dismissal signaled the end of any significant recovery for CSK.
• Ravindra Jadeja (21 off 17, 1×4, 1×6): Jadeja, known for his power-hitting, couldn’t quite find his rhythm. After being dropped earlier off Zeeshan Ansari’s bowling, Jadeja capitalized on the misfield with a six. However, his innings ended when he was bowled out by Kamindu Mendis, leaving CSK with limited hope.
• Dewald Brevis (42 off 25, 4×4, 3×6): Brevis was the standout performer for CSK, showing flair and power. He hit three sixes and four fours, pulling the team back into contention. His clean hitting and ability to find gaps were impressive, but his dismissal, caught by Kamindu Mendis, halted CSK’s momentum at a critical stage.
• Noor Ahmad (2 off 3): Noor Ahmad’s innings was brief. He could do little to steer the innings forward and was caught out by Shami off a slower ball from Harshal Patel.
• Hooda (22 off 21, 1×4, 1×6): Hooda, trying to accelerate at the death, could not connect well with the ball. He was dismissed in the final over by Unadkat, caught by Abhishek Sharma. His effort fell short of providing the finishing touch CSK needed.

Key Points:

Wickets in Clusters: The quick wickets towards the end meant that CSK were bowled out for a modest total of 154, failing to set a competitive target.

Best Performer: Dewald Brevis was the shining light for CSK, with his aggressive knock of 42 off 25 balls. His ability to find the boundary kept CSK in the hunt.

Struggles in Middle: CSK’s middle-order collapsed under pressure. Key players like Dhoni, Jadeja, and Dube couldn’t provide the needed stability, which led to a steady fall of wickets.

SRH Batting: Early Setbacks and Strong Lower Order Push

Chasing 155, SRH faced a tough start with early wickets falling quickly. Abhishek Sharma (0) was dismissed in the first over, and Travis Head (19) and Heinrich Klaasen (7) followed soon after. Ishan Kishan was the standout performer with 44 off 35 balls, anchoring the innings. Kamindu Mendis (32*) and Aniket Verma (19) showed resilience in the lower order, but despite their efforts, SRH finished at 155/5 in 18.4 overs, leaving them short of the target.

SRH Top Scorers:

• Ishan Kishan – 44 (34)
• Kamindu Mendis – 32 (22)
• Aniket Verma – 19 (19)
• Travis Head – 19 (186)
• Heinrich Klaasen – 7 (8)

CSK Bowling: Clinical Effort to Restrict SRH

Chasing 155, CSK’s bowlers delivered a disciplined performance. Khaleel Ahmed led the charge, taking 1/21 in 4 overs, while Noor Ahmad’s spell (2/42) was crucial in breaking partnerships. Ravindra Jadeja (1/22) and Anshul Kamboj (1/16) supported well in the middle overs, containing SRH’s momentum. Though SRH’s lower order fought hard, CSK’s collective bowling effort helped them restrict SRH to 155/5 in 18.4 overs, sealing the win.

SRH Innings Summary

Abhishek Sharma (0 off 2): Abhishek Sharma had a disappointing start, dismissed early for a duck. He attempted a punch on the rise but found the fielder at cover off Khaleel Ahmed’s delivery. His dismissal set a negative tone for SRH’s chase right from the start.

Ishan Kishan (44 off 34, 5×4, 1×6): Ishan Kishan played a solid knock, anchoring the chase with his 44-run contribution. He struck five boundaries and a six, looking comfortable throughout his innings. However, he fell to a soft dismissal, caught by Sam Curran off Noor Ahmad’s bowling, leaving SRH with some work to do.

Heinrich Klaasen (7 off 8, 1×4): Klaasen couldn’t continue his fine form from previous matches, and his time at the crease was short-lived. He was dismissed for just 7, caught by Hooda off Jadeja’s bowling, which was a crucial breakthrough for CSK.

Aniket Verma (19 off 19, 2×6): Verma showed signs of promise but lacked the necessary support from his partners. He hit two sixes but got out in an attempt to increase the scoring rate, caught by Hooda off Noor Ahmad. His dismissal was a vital moment in the game as SRH looked to push ahead.

Kamindu Mendis (42 off 25, 4×4, 3×6): Mendis played an excellent knock under pressure, showcasing a mix of aggressive and composed strokes. His innings, including three sixes, played a pivotal role in SRH’s chase. He was eventually dismissed, caught by Kamindu Mendis, but had already put the team in a strong position to win.

Nitish Reddy (Not Out, 17 off 14, 2×4): Nitish Reddy finished the game with a crucial unbeaten knock, providing support in the chase. He hit two boundaries, staying calm and guiding SRH to a comfortable victory.

Key Points:

• Wickets in Clusters: Early wickets hurt SRH’s progress. Despite some solid individual performances, quick wickets caused them to struggle and kept CSK in the game.
• Best Performer: Kamindu Mendis’ 42 off 25 was the standout performance. His aggressive hitting kept SRH in control of the chase.
• Struggles in Middle: Ishan Kishan’s dismissal was a setback, and the middle order had difficulty pushing the scoring rate forward, but SRH’s late momentum from Reddy guided them home.

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