IPL 2025: Ravindra Jadeja And Matheesha Pathirana Have A Nasty Collision While Attempting To Take Jacob Bethell's Catch During RCB Vs CSK Match; Video

In a thrilling IPL 2025 match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, an unfortunate incident occurred when CSK players Matheesha Pathirana and Ravindra Jadeja collided while attempting to take a catch.

The collision happened in the 4th over of the match when Jadeja was fielding at short third-man and Pathirana was fielding at deep backward point. Both players were going for the catch of RCB's Jacob Bethell, but unfortunately, they ended up colliding with each other.

Fortunately, both players seemed to be okay after the collision, and the incident didn't result in any serious injuries. The catch was not taken, and Bethell continued to bat, but the incident highlighted the importance of communication and awareness among fielders.

IPL 2025: Yash Dayal Holds His Nerve In Final Over As RCB Edges CSK By 2 Runs To Go Top Of Points Table

In one of the most gripping matches of IPL 2025, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) held their nerve to defeat Chennai Super Kings (CSK) by just 2 runs in a high-scoring contest at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium.

RCB posted a commanding total of 213/5 in 20 overs, thanks to blistering half-centuries from Virat Kohli (62 off 33 balls, 5 fours and 5 sixes) and Jacob Bethell (55 off 33 balls, 8 fours and 2 sixes). The duo powered RCB through the middle overs, setting a daunting target for the visitors. CSK pacer Matheesha Pathirana stood out with the ball, claiming 3 wickets for 36 runs in his four-over spell and preventing RCB from pushing past 220.\

In response, CSK put up a valiant fight, finishing at 211/5 in their 20 overs. Teenage sensation Ayush Mhatre stole the show, smashing 94 off 48 balls with 9 boundaries and 5 sixes. He was well-supported by Ravindra Jadeja, who anchored the chase with a classy 77 off 45 balls, hitting 8 boundaries and 2 sixes. The match went down to the wire, with CSK needing 15 runs in the final over. But RCB’s bowling unit, led by Lungi Ngidi, held firm. Ngidi delivered under pressure, finishing with 3 wickets for 30 runs in his four overs and playing a key role in turning the match in RCB’s favor.