In an exhilarating 57th match of IPL 2025, played at the iconic Eden Gardens, the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) emerged victorious against the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) by 2 wickets with just 2 balls remaining.

Batting first, the Kolkata Knight Riders set a competitive total of 179 runs, finishing their innings at 179/6 in the allotted 20 overs. Ajinkya Rahane was the star of the innings for KKR, scoring 48 runs off 45 balls, supported by Andre Russell's explosive 38 runs off just 18 deliveries. Sunil Narine also made a valuable contribution with 26 runs. KKR’s innings was marked by a healthy run rate of 8.95, aided by a few boundaries, including 6 fours and 7 sixes combined.

In response, CSK chased down the target with finesse, scoring 183 runs for the loss of 8 wickets in just 19.4 overs, achieving a remarkable run rate of 9.30. Dewald Brevis was the standout performer for CSK, smashing a brilliant 52 runs off 25 balls, while Shivam Dube contributed with a steady 45 runs. The collapse of CSK's top order, which saw them at one point struggling, was eventually averted by crucial cameos from lower order batsmen, including Ravindra Jadeja and MS Dhoni. The match concluded as Noor Ahmad, despite being dismissed for 2 runs, along with Anshul Kamboj, ensured the team's win with their efforts.

Bowling highlights for KKR featured Noor Ahmad, who remarkably took 4 wickets for 31 runs, wreaking havoc among CSK's top order. His performance was pivotal in making CSK's chase a thrilling contest. Meanwhile, Vaibhav Arora picked up 3 wickets but conceded 48 runs, highlighting the challenge faced by KKR's bowling unit.

This match not only added another chapter to the unconventional IPL 2025 season but also reaffirmed the fierce rivalry between CSK and KKR, beloved by cricket fans around the world. With such thrilling performances from both teams, cricket enthusiasts eagerly await the next chapter of this exciting tournament.