By exploreodisha.in 
On April 5, 2025, the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) faced off against the Delhi Capitals (DC) at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. The match concluded with DC securing a 25-run victory over CSK.
First Innings: Delhi Capitals’ Performance
Opting to bat first, Delhi Capitals posted a total of 183 for 6 in their allotted 20 overs. The innings was anchored by notable contributions from their top-order batsmen, setting a competitive target for the home team. CSK’s bowlers managed to take wickets at intervals, but DC’s batsmen maintained a steady run rate throughout the innings.
Second Innings: Chennai Super Kings’ Chase
In response, CSK’s innings got off to a rocky start, losing three wickets within the powerplay overs. This early collapse put them on the back foot early in the chase. Despite a resilient unbeaten partnership of 84 runs between Vijay Shankar, who scored 69 not out, and Mahendra Singh Dhoni, who contributed 30 not out, CSK fell short of the target, finishing their innings 25 runs behind DC’s total.
Key Performances and Turning Points
- Vijay Shankar’s Resilient Knock: Coming in during a crisis, Shankar’s unbeaten 69 provided some stability to CSK’s innings and kept their hopes alive during the chase.
- DC’s Effective Bowling in Powerplay: The early breakthroughs by DC’s bowlers during the powerplay overs were instrumental in putting CSK under pressure, ultimately influencing the outcome of the match.
CSK’s coach, Stephen Fleming, acknowledged the team’s struggles, particularly with finding the right balance at the top of the order and improving performance during the powerplay overs. He emphasized the need to address these issues to turn around their current form in the tournament.
This victory adds crucial points to Delhi Capitals’ tally in the IPL 2025 season, while Chennai Super Kings will need to reassess and strategize to overcome their recent challenges.