Chennai Super Kings (CSK) concluded their IPL 2025 campaign with a resounding victory, defeating Gujarat Titans (GT) in their final match. This win not only provided solace for CSK but also marked Gujarat's largest ever defeat in terms of runs.
GT vs CSK: Chennai Super Kings (CSK) made a b comeback in their final Indian Premier League 2025 match, defeating Gujarat Titans (GT) by 83 runs to end the season on a high. Batting first, CSK posted a challenging 230/5 in 20 overs, and then, through excellent bowling, restricted Gujarat to 147 in 18.3 overs.
Despite this significant victory, Chennai had already been eliminated from playoff contention, finishing 10th with only four wins from 14 matches. While this defeat was embarrassing for Gujarat, they remained comfortably at the top of the points table.
Brevis' Blitz, Conway's Composed Innings
Chennai's innings began with Ayush Mhatre and Devon Conway, who put on a quick 44-run partnership for the first wicket. Mhatre played a whirlwind 34 off 17 balls, including three fours and two sixes, before being dismissed by Prasidh Krishna. A b partnership then followed between Conway and Urvil Patel.
Patel played a rapid 37 off 19 balls before being bowled by Sai Kishore. Conway brought up his half-century off 34 balls but was soon clean bowled by Rashid Khan. He scored 52 runs off 35 balls, including six fours and two sixes.
Brevis' Storm, Gujarat's Demise
Dewald Brevis was the star with the bat, smashing a quickfire half-century off just 19 balls. He finished with a stunning 57 off 23 balls, including four fours and five sixes, playing a crucial role in propelling Chennai to a substantial 230. In the final overs, Ravindra Jadeja provided a b finish with an unbeaten 21 off 18 balls. For Gujarat, Prasidh Krishna took two wickets, while Rashid Khan, R Sai Kishore, and Shahrukh Khan each claimed one.
Gujarat's Batting Crumbles Under Pressure
Chasing a mammoth 231, Gujarat Titans got off to a disastrous start. Captain Shubman Gill was dismissed for just 13, and the rest of the batting line-up struggled. Sai Sudharsan did manage a 41-run knock, but lacked substantial support. Players like Arshad Khan (20), Shahrukh Khan (19), Rahul Tewatia (14), Rashid Khan (12), and Jos Buttler (5) failed to deliver despite their reputations. The entire team was bowled out for 147 in 18.3 overs.
Chennai's bowling attack was exceptional. Anshul Kamboj and Noor Ahmed took three wickets apiece, dismantling Gujarat's middle order. Ravindra Jadeja also contributed with two wickets, showcasing his experience. Matheesha Pathirana and Khalil Ahmed each took a wicket.
