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.
