Batting first, Delhi posted a competitive total of 183 runs, thanks to a well-constructed half-century by Lokesh Rahul, who anchored the innings with composure and precision. Despite Chennai’s bowling efforts, Delhi maintained a steady run rate throughout the innings.
In reply, Chennai Super Kings managed to score only 158 runs, falling short by 25 runs. The chase got off to a shaky start as Chennai lost quick wickets early on, slumping to 20 for 2. Although Vijay Shankar attempted to stabilize the innings, the team continued to lose wickets at regular intervals.
Veteran player Mahendra Singh Dhoni, who had the chance to guide his team to victory, drew criticism for his slow-paced innings, which added to Chennai's woes. His inability to accelerate the scoring when needed proved costly for CSK in the final overs.
After Vijay Shankar tried to revive Chennai’s innings, the quick dismissals of Shivam Dube and Ravindra Jadeja left the team in a precarious position at 74 for 5. The middle order failed to provide the needed support, and Chennai could not recover from the early damage.
With three consecutive wins, Delhi Capitals are quickly emerging as one of the in-form teams this season. Their well-rounded performance with both bat and ball has boosted team morale, while Chennai will need to regroup and reassess their strategies to get back on the winning track.
The IPL 2025 season continues to deliver high-voltage cricket, and fans will now be watching closely to see how both teams respond in their upcoming matches.