CSK vs MI Highlights: In the third match of IPL 2025, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) won an exciting four wickets over Mumbai Indians (MI). Mumbai, who lost the toss and batted first, managed to score 155 runs for the loss of nine wickets in 20 overs. In response, CSK chased the target, scoring 158 runs for the loss of six wickets in 19.1 overs, winning one well.
Chennai Super Kings Win by Four Wickets
CSK’s victory was half-chanting from Rachin Ravindra and Rituraj Gikwad. The match held at Chennai’s prestigious MA Chidambaram Stadium saw Mumbai Indians batting first after losing the toss. Mumbai can manage 155/9 in only 20 overs. CSK successfully chased the target with 158/6 in 19.1 overs, winning by four wickets.
Indians of Mumbai regularly faced a crushed defeat, playing their first match without captain Hardik Pandya. In particular, Mumbai has not won its initial match since 2012, causing the 13th consecutive defeat in their first match of the season.
Key Moments and Players
Rachin Ravindra and Rituraj Gaikwad Shine for CSK
Chasing 156 runs, CSK lost its first wicket in second place when Rahul Tripathi was rejected for just two runs. However, Rachin Ravindra and Rituraj Gikwad formed an important 67 -run partnership off 37 balls. Gikwad scored an aggressive knock, scoring 53 runs including 6 fours and 3 sixes. Despite the collapse of a middle-pest, Ravindra Jadeja stabilized the ship, in which a 36-run partnership with Rachin Ravindra was shared. Ravindra remained unbeaten on 65, while Jadeja was excluded by the victory by just four runs.
Mumbai’s Struggle with the Bat
In his batting innings, the top order of Mumbai fought. Suryakumar Yadav and Tilak Verma stabilized the ship with a 50 -run partnership. However, a total of 155 of Mumbai was not enough to rescue, especially after Deepak burst from four, who scored quick runs to take MI to a total of 155.
Player of the Match
CSK debutant left-arm spinner, Noor Ahmed, was the standout player of the match. He bowled brilliantly, scored only 18 runs in 4 overs and took 4 wickets. His effective magic included rejecting major Mumbai players like Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Verma, Robin Mines and Naman Dher.
Khalil Ahmed also played an important role for CSK, taking initial wickets in Powerplay. He dismissed Rohit Sharma, Ryan Ricelton and Trent Bault, pressurizing MI in his innings.
Turning Point of the Match
In just 22 balls, Rituraj Gikwad had a game-changing moment for Quick-Fire 50 CSK. His explosive batting set a tone to chase, allowing CSK to maintain control throughout the match. Additionally, Noor Ahmed’s four -wicket race proved to be important in limiting Mumbai to low clan.
Match Report
Mumbai Indians Innings
MI, batting first, lost 3 wickets in the powerplay. However, Suryakumar Yadav and Tilak Verma held a 50 -run partnership together. In the following stages of the innings, Deepak Char’s quick 28 -run cameo picked up Mumbai by a total of 155. Ravi Ashwin and Nathan Ellis took each wicket for CSK.
Chennai Super Kings Innings
In his pursuit of 156, CSK lost an initial wicket. However, Quickfire 50 of Gikwad brought the team back on track. Rachin Rabindra played an innings, which ended with an unbeaten 65, winning the CSK. Deepak four and Will Jack took one wicket for Mumbai
