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In an exciting match at the MA Chidambaram Stadium on April 11, 2025, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) secured a commanding victory over Chennai Super Kings (CSK) by 8 wickets. This encounter was the 25th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season and showcased some outstanding performances.

KKR’s performance was spearheaded by Sunil Narine, who delivered an impressive bowling display with figures of 3/13. His efforts, coupled with strategic bowling by Noor Ahmad, who took one wicket for just eight runs, restricted CSK to a modest total of 103 for nine. This score marked CSK’s lowest at their home ground, Chepauk.

Chennai’s batting struggled significantly, with only a few players managing to put runs on the board. The main contributors were Shivam Dube, who remained not out with 31 runs, Vijay Shankar with 29, and Rahul Tripathi with 16. Despite these efforts, CSK couldn’t build partnerships to set a competitive target.

KKR, on the other hand, chased down the target with ease, finishing at 107 for two in just 10.1 overs. Their batting lineup efficiently handled the CSK bowlers, ensuring a smooth pathway to victory. This robust performance by KKR highlighted their prowess in the tournament.

The match also saw Ravindra Jadeja dismissed for a duck, caught by Quinton de Kock off Narine’s bowling, and Harshit Rana taking the wicket of R. Ashwin, caught by Vaibhav Arora. These dismissals added to CSK’s woes, as they failed to stabilize their innings.

Before the match, there was significant support for MS Dhoni’s return as the CSK skipper in the IPL 2025, notably from Sourav Ganguly, emphasizing the sentimental and leadership value Dhoni brings to the team despite the challenging game.

This match added an intriguing chapter to IPL 2025, with KKR showcasing strong team cohesion and skillful execution to secure their win against CSK.

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