Relive the IPL 2025 clash between Chennai Super Kings and Delhi Capitals, where KL Rahul’s 77 and Vijay Shankar’s 69* lit up the game. Catch key moments and top performances from this thrilling encounter!
On April 5, 2025, Delhi Capitals (DC) secured a commanding 25-run victory over Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at Chepauk, ending a 15-year jinx at the venue. Batting first after winning the toss, DC posted 183/6, driven by KL Rahul’s elegant 77 off 51 balls. Rahul’s knock, featuring six fours and three sixes, anchored the innings, with Abishek Porel (33 off 20) and Tristan Stubbs (24* off 13) providing vital support. CSK’s Khaleel Ahmed impressed with 2/25, but the total proved challenging.
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CSK’s chase faltered early, slipping to 74/5 in 11 overs. Rachin Ravindra (3), Ruturaj Gaikwad (5), and Devon Conway (13) fell cheaply, while Shivam Dube (18) and Ravindra Jadeja (2) couldn’t stabilize. Vijay Shankar’s unbeaten 69 off 54 balls, laced with five boundaries, offered hope, and MS Dhoni’s 30* off 26, including a late flourish, thrilled fans. However, the required rate soared, and CSK finished at 158/5.
DC’s bowlers shone, with Mitchell Starc dismissing Gaikwad and Vipraj Nigam claiming Conway and Dube (2/27). This win marked DC’s third consecutive triumph in IPL 2025, propelling them atop the points table. For CSK, early wickets and a sluggish powerplay underscored their struggles, marking their fourth loss. Rahul’s match-defining knock earned him Player of the Match, while Shankar’s resilience stood out in a losing cause.
