In the vibrant atmosphere of March 30, 2025(CSK vs RR), the Rajasthan Royals emerged victorious in a captivating match against the Chennai Super Kings.
The cricketing battle, taking place within the Barsapara Cricket Stadium of Guwahati, marked the 11th match of the IPL 2025 season.
The Royals managed to secure a win, prevailing over their opponents by a close call, with a 6-run difference separating the teams.
This win marked RR’s debut triumph for the season, showcasing proficient batting strategies combined with effective bowling performances.
Match Overview (CSK vs RR)
- The Toss: Chennai Super Kings encountered misfortune with their decision, allowing Rajasthan Royals to triumph and choose to field first.
- The Outcome: Rajasthan Royals emerged as the winners, their success finalized by a mere 6-run advantage.
- Key Performer: Nitish Rana, representing the Rajasthan Royals, was presented with the esteemed Man of the Match award.
Rajasthan Royals’ Batting Performance
- Having batted first, RR accumulated a total of 182 runs. This score was achieved with the loss of 9 wickets throughout their allocated 20 overs.
- Nitish Rana: Amassed a score of 81 runs from just 36 deliveries, featuring a scorecard of 10 boundaries and 5 maximums, translating to a remarkable strike rate of 225.
Additional significant contributions included:
- Riyan Parag (Captain): 37 runs from 28 deliveries.
- Sanju Samson: 20 runs off 16 balls.
- The CSK bowlers who made their mark were:
- Noor Ahmad: 4 overs bowled, 28 runs conceded, 2 wickets.
- Matheesha Pathirana: 4 overs bowled, 28 runs conceded, 2 wickets.
- Khaleel Ahmed: 4 overs bowled, 38 runs conceded, 2 wickets.
Chennai Super Kings’ Batting Effort
- Chasing, CSK managed 176 for 6 in their allotted 20 overs, falling just short. The notable contributions came from:
- Ruturaj Gaikwad (Captain): 63 runs off 44 deliveries, comprising 7 boundaries and 1 maximum.
- Ravindra Jadeja: Unbeaten with a score of 32 runs from 22 balls.
- Rahul Tripathi: 23 runs from 19 balls.
RR’s Bowling Figures:
- Wanindu Hasaranga: 4 overs, 35 runs, taking 4 wickets.
- Jofra Archer: 3 overs, 13 runs, securing 1 wicket.
- Sandeep Sharma: 4 overs, 42 runs, taking 1 wicket.
- For detailed match stats, visit ESPN Cricinfo
Turning Point(CSK vs RR)
The fate of the match was entirely dependent on the final six balls, CSK needed twenty to clinch victory. Sandeep Sharma, displaying nerves of steel, managed to secure RR’s triumph, taking the all-important wicket of MS Dhoni.
This winning sequence closely mirrored a parallel from the 2023 season, where Sandeep had impressively protected a 21-run lead in the last over, again, against the same adversary.