Chennai Super Kings,(CSK) guided by the calm presence of MS Dhoni and the explosive brilliance of Dewald Brevis, pulled off a stunning comeback win against Kolkata Knight Riders in a high-stakes IPL 2025 clash, effectively derailing KKR’s playoff ambitions.
Chasing a target of 180, CSK found themselves gasping for air at 60 for 5. The run rate was climbing, the wickets were tumbling, and the pressure was mounting—until Dewald Brevis walked in with nothing but intent. What followed was a blistering 22-ball half-century that completely turned the game on its head. One over from Vaibhav Arora turned into a nightmare, as Brevis smashed 30 runs in it, catapulting CSK back into the contest and putting KKR on the back foot.
Even after Brevis’ departure, CSK needed composure, and who better than MS Dhoni to provide it? With his classic calm, Dhoni ensured no further hiccups, staying unbeaten till the end and anchoring the chase alongside Noor Ahmad. CSK reached 172 for 8 in 19 overs, eventually sealing a tight win that left the Eden Gardens crowd stunned.
Earlier in the evening, KKR had posted a competitive 179/6 after being put in to bat. Ajinkya Rahane showed his class with a fluent 48, while Andre Russell’s 21-ball 38 gave the innings the late surge it needed. But the real twist came with the ball in hand for CSK—Noor Ahmad, playing a vital role with the ball, claimed four crucial wickets, including two in one over, breaking the spine of KKR’s batting momentum.
Beyond the scoreboard, it was a match of fine margins and clutch performances. MS Dhoni’s sharp presence behind the stumps, including a clean stumping and a vital catch, once again reminded fans why he remains a pillar of CSK’s legacy even in 2025.
As the league table tightens, this result dents KKR’s playoff hopes significantly, while CSK walks away not just with two points but with renewed momentum heading into the final phase of the tournament.
