KKN Gurugram Desk | In a thrilling encounter at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) ended their five-match losing streak by defeating Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) by five wickets. Despite this victory, CSK remains at the bottom of the IPL 2025 points table.
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Match Summary: CSK vs LSG
LSG, batting first, posted a total of 166/7 in their 20 overs. Captain Rishabh Pant led the innings with a solid 63 off 49 balls, while Mitchell Marsh contributed 30 runs from 25 deliveries. CSK’s Ravindra Jadeja was instrumental with the ball, taking 2 wickets for 24 runs.
In response, CSK chased down the target, scoring 168/5 in 19.3 overs. Shivam Dube remained unbeaten with 43 runs off 37 balls, and MS Dhoni provided a late surge with a quickfire 26* off 11 balls, guiding CSK to victory.
Updated IPL 2025 Points Table (as of April 15, 2025)
| Rank | Team | Matches Played | Wins | Losses | Points | Net Run Rate |
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| 1 | Gujarat Titans | 6 | 4 | 2 | 8 | +1.081 |
| 2 | Delhi Capitals | 5 | 4 | 1 | 8 | +0.899 |
| 3 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | 6 | 4 | 2 | 8 | +0.672 |
| 4 | Lucknow Super Giants | 7 | 4 | 3 | 8 | +0.086 |
| 5 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 6 | 3 | 3 | 6 | +0.803 |
| 6 | Punjab Kings | 5 | 3 | 2 | 6 | +0.065 |
| 7 | Mumbai Indians | 6 | 2 | 4 | 4 | +0.104 |
| 8 | Rajasthan Royals | 6 | 2 | 4 | 4 | -0.838 |
| 9 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 6 | 2 | 4 | 4 | -1.245 |
| 10 | Chennai Super Kings | 7 | 2 | 5 | 4 | -1.276 |
Despite the win, CSK’s net run rate keeps them at the bottom of the table. LSG, with this loss, remains in the fourth position but is now under pressure to maintain their spot in the top four.
Key Performers in the Match
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Rishabh Pant (LSG): 63 runs off 49 balls, anchoring LSG’s innings.
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Shivam Dube (CSK): Unbeaten 43 runs, crucial in the chase.
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MS Dhoni (CSK): Quick 26* off 11 balls, providing the finishing touch.
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Ravindra Jadeja (CSK): 2 wickets for 24 runs, pivotal in restricting LSG.
Implications for the Tournament
CSK’s victory injects new life into their campaign, but they need consistent performances to climb the table. LSG must regroup quickly to avoid slipping further, as the competition for playoff spots intensifies.
- April 15: Punjab Kings vs. Kolkata Knight Riders
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April 16: Delhi Capitals vs. Rajasthan Royals
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April 17: Mumbai Indians vs. Sunrisers Hyderabad
As the IPL 2025 season progresses, each match becomes crucial in determining the playoff contenders.
