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The Indian Premier League 2025 continues to throw surprises as Kolkata Knight Riders registered a resounding eight-wicket win over Chennai Super Kings in Match 25 of the tournament. With this dominant performance, KKR have strengthened their position on the points table, while CSK’s campaign is now in serious trouble.
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Chennai Super Kings, one of the most successful franchises in the history of the league, are finding it difficult to find their rhythm this season. Batting first at their home ground, CSK collapsed under pressure and posted a below-par total of 103 for 9 in their 20 overs. The batting order looked unsettled, with most players falling cheaply. Shivam Dube was the only batter who showed some application, remaining unbeaten on 31. However, his efforts were not enough to guide the team to a competitive total.
Kolkata Knight Riders delivered a clinical bowling performance, applying pressure right from the first over. Sunil Narine was the standout performer, taking three wickets for just 13 runs. He was well supported by Harshit Rana and Varun Chakravarthy, who picked up two wickets each. KKR’s bowlers made full use of the conditions and ensured that CSK never looked comfortable at the crease.
In response, KKR’s chase was swift and decisive. Sunil Narine carried his form into the second innings, scoring a blazing 44 off just 18 balls. His explosive start allowed KKR to cruise past the target in only 10.1 overs. Quinton de Kock provided solid support with a 23-run knock, and captain Ajinkya Rahane finished the job with a composed innings.
This win has given KKR a major boost in both points and net run rate, which could prove vital as the playoff race intensifies. On the other hand, CSK are now placed near the bottom of the table, with just one win from six matches. The team needs a quick turnaround in form, strategy, and execution if they are to keep their hopes of qualifying alive.
Updated points table after CSK vs KKR Match 25
|
Team |
M |
W |
L |
NRR |
Pts |
|
GT |
5 |
4 |
1 |
1.413 |
8 |
|
DC |
4 |
4 |
0 |
1.278 |
8 |
|
KKR |
6 |
3 |
3 |
0.803 |
6 |
|
RCB |
5 |
3 |
2 |
0.539 |
6 |
|
PBKS |
4 |
3 |
1 |
0.289 |
6 |
|
LSG |
5 |
3 |
2 |
0.078 |
6 |
|
RR |
5 |
2 |
3 |
-0.733 |
4 |
|
MI |
5 |
1 |
4 |
-0.01 |
2 |
|
CSK |
6 |
1 |
5 |
-1.554 |
2 |
|
SRH |
5 |
1 |
4 |
-1.629 |
2 |
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