SRH defeated CSK by 5 wickets in Match 43 of IPL 2025 at Chepauk. Harshal Patel starred with the ball, while Kamindu Mendis and Nitish Reddy anchored the chase. Read the full match summary and key highlights.
SRH Clinch Crucial Win Over CSK in IPL 2025 Match 43
In a high-stakes encounter at the MA Chidambaram Stadium on April 25, 2025, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) handed Chennai Super Kings (CSK) a crushing five-wicket defeat in Match 43 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season. With this victory, SRH continues their strong push towards the playoffs, while CSK’s campaign hangs in the balance.
CSK Struggles to Build Momentum
Winning the toss and opting to bat first, CSK got off to a shaky start and never quite recovered. Despite a spirited 42-run knock from Dewald Brevis and a handy 30 off 19 balls by Ayush Mhatre, Chennai faltered in their innings, getting bowled out for 154 in 19.5 overs.
SRH’s pace spearhead Harshal Patel delivered a game-changing performance, taking 4 wickets for 28 runs. His disciplined bowling dismantled CSK’s middle order and earned him the Player of the Match award.
Hyderabad's Chase Anchored by Calm Partnership
Chasing 155, SRH faced early jitters as CSK's bowlers tried to make inroads. However, a stabilizing 49-run partnership between Kamindu Mendis and Nitish Reddy ensured the chase stayed on track. Mendis played a mature hand, while Reddy supported him with composed stroke play under pressure.
The Sunrisers comfortably reached the target in 18.4 overs with 5 wickets in hand, wrapping up a clinical performance in all departments.
Match Highlights:
Top Scorer (CSK): Dewald Brevis – 42 (25 balls)
Star Bowler (SRH): Harshal Patel – 4/28 (4 overs)
Key Partnership: Kamindu Mendis & Nitish Reddy – 49 runs
Result: SRH won by 5 wickets
What This Means for the Teams
This loss has pushed CSK closer to the edge of elimination, with very little margin for error in their remaining games. On the other hand, SRH’s win significantly strengthens their position on the points table and keeps them firmly in the playoff race.
Final Thoughts
The Chepauk clash lived up to its billing with quality cricket and standout individual performances. With the IPL 2025 season entering its final leg, every match now carries immense weight—and SRH took full advantage of the moment.
