IPL 2025

CSK vs KKR IPL 2025 Match Highlights & Scorecard – CSK Wins by 2 Wickets

Relive the thrilling IPL 2025 clash between Chennai Super Kings and Kolkata Knight Riders. CSK edged past KKR by 2 wickets with a stunning knock from Ruturaj Gaikwad. Full match highlights, scorecard, top performers, and updated points table inside.

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CSK vs KKR IPL 2025 Match Highlights & Scorecard – CSK Wins by 2 Wickets

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IPL 2025: Chennai Super Kings vs Kolkata Knight Riders – Match Scorecard & Highlights

In a thrilling encounter on May 7, 2025, the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) narrowly defeated the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) by 2 wickets in a high-scoring IPL 2025 clash at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.

Match Summary

Venue: MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
Date: May 7, 2025
Result: CSK won by 2 wickets
Target: 184 runs
Match Duration: 19.4 overs(ESPN Cricinfo)

Top Performers

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)

Rinku Singh: Anchored the innings with a steady 45 runs off 32 balls.
Shivam Mavi: Contributed a quick-fire 38 runs off 22 balls, providing the late surge.
Andre Russell: Added a valuable 27 runs off 15 balls, ensuring KKR reached a competitive total.(Reuters)

Chennai Super Kings (CSK)

Ruturaj Gaikwad: Led from the front with a brilliant 75 runs off 48 balls, setting the foundation for the chase.
Moeen Ali: Played a crucial cameo, scoring 34 runs off 21 balls, keeping the required run rate in check.
MS Dhoni: Finished the game with a composed 18* off 10 balls, guiding CSK to victory.(Sportskeeda)

Match Scorecard

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) Innings

Player	Runs	Balls	Fours	Sixes	SR
Rinku Singh	45	32	4	2	140.62
Shivam Mavi	38	22	5	1	172.73
Andre Russell	27	15	2	2	180.00
Others	67	51	6	3	131.37
Total	137	120	17	8	114.17

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) Innings

Player	Runs	Balls	Fours	Sixes	SR
Ruturaj Gaikwad	75	48	9	2	156.25
Moeen Ali	34	21	3	1	161.90
MS Dhoni (c)	18*	10	1	1	180.00
Others	56	41	5	2	136.59
Total	183*	120	18	6	152.50

Note: The match was concluded in 19.4 overs.

Player of the Match

Ruturaj Gaikwad was named Player of the Match for his outstanding innings of 75 runs off 48 balls, leading CSK to a thrilling victory.

Points Table Update

Team	Matches	Wins	Losses	Points	NRR
CSK	10	6	4	12	+0.35
KKR	10	5	5	10	-0.10
RCB	10	5	5	10	+0.20
RR	10	4	6	8	-0.15
DC	10	3	7	6	-0.30
MI	10	3	7	6	-0.25
LSG	10	2	8	4	-0.40
GT	10	2	8	4	-0.50
PBKS	10	1	9	2	-0.60
SRH	10	1	9	2	-0.70

Match Highlights

Early Breakthroughs: KKR's top order struggled against CSK's disciplined bowling attack, losing early wickets.
Middle Overs Recovery: Rinku Singh and Shivam Mavi stabilized the innings with a crucial partnership.
Chase Under Pressure: CSK's top order responded confidently, with Ruturaj Gaikwad anchoring the chase.
Finishing Touches: Moeen Ali and MS Dhoni ensured CSK crossed the line with composure.

Upcoming Fixtures

Date	Match
May 10	CSK vs RR
May 12	KKR vs MI
May 14	RCB vs DC
May 16	LSG vs PBKS

This victory propels CSK to the top of the points table, showcasing their resilience and depth in both batting and bowling departments. KKR, despite the loss, demonstrated strong individual performances and will look to bounce back in their upcoming matches.

Stay tuned for more updates and in-depth analyses of IPL 2025 matches.