Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) won by 5 wickets (8 balls left) against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in their own backyard. Chennai used to dominate opponents on their home ground, but this year, they lost 4 out of 5 matches. In IPL history, only twice has CSK lost 4 matches at Chepauk, once in 2008 and then in 2012. Chennai is in a serious problem, in the top 15 run scorers, not even a single CSK batter. CSK cannot reach the 16-point mark now, so it can be said that they are out of the qualification race.
SRH was with CSK at the bottom of the table for a long time now, but have finally moved to no.8 in the points table. This victory might give some confidence to SRH as it was not on a flat track; it was a difficult track to bat on, but still, they managed to chase down the target quite comfortably. A long way ahead for SRH, maybe they will fall short in the race of qualification.
Match Summary
Chennai Super Kings' Innings: Chennai lost their 1st wicket on the very 1st delivery. A lot of changes in the batting order for them, but nothing worked well for them, except the 2 young guns; Ayush Mhatre and Dewald Brevis, their innings helped CSK reach a respectable total of 154/10. Harshal Patel was exceptional in bowling, he took 4 wickets for 28 runs in his 4 overs.
Sunrisers Hyderabad's Innings: Sunrisers made great use of the powerplay, despite losing both the openers early. Ishan Kishan handled the pressure well and played an impactful knock of 44 runs. At last, SRH chased down the target quite easily in just 18.4 overs. For CSK, Anshul Kamboj and Khaleel bowled well in the powerplay and got 1 wicket each.
Key Performers
Ayush Mhatre: This lad is showing that he is not a one-match wonder player. Came as an opener and scored a quick-fire 19 balls, 30 runs. A great replacement for CSK. He will prove his worth by playing even bigger knocks soon.
Dewald Brevis: 2 young replaced players are carrying the batting line-up of CSK. Brevis came as a replacement and batted down the order but still managed to score 42 runs off 25 balls. It will be interesting to see how he performs in the upcoming matches.
Harshal Patel: Purple Patel is finally back in form, he got 4 wickets and gave only 28 runs in his 4 overs. Earlier, he used to take wickets but wasn't economical, which makes him look even scarier.
Ishan Kishan: That was the most important knock. Anchored the innings well when it was most required. Scored 44 runs off 34 balls, a good knock under pressure, which ensured a win over CSK.
Turning Point
1. Harshal Patel’s Crucial Bowling Spell
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Harshal Patel delivered a game-changing performance, taking 4 wickets for 28 runs in his 4-over spell. His dismissals of key CSK batsmen curtailed their scoring momentum and restricted them to a modest total of 154.
2. Kamindu Mendis’ Spectacular Catch
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Kamindu Mendis executed a remarkable catch to dismiss Dewald Brevis, a moment that shifted the game's momentum in SRH's favor. This dismissal halted CSK's attempt to accelerate in the middle overs.
3. Strategic Captaincy by Pat Cummins
- SRH captain Pat Cummins made astute bowling changes, effectively utilizing his bowlers to exploit CSK's weaknesses. His decision to introduce spinners at crucial junctures disrupted CSK's batting rhythm.
Sunrisers Hyderabad’s five-wicket win over Chennai Super Kings at Chepauk not only lifted their spirits but also underlined the growing cracks in CSK’s campaign this season. With their fourth home loss, Chennai's fortress looks breached, and their hopes of qualifying have virtually evaporated. Meanwhile, SRH showed grit and adaptability on a tricky surface — something they were missing in earlier matches. While they still have a steep hill to climb to make the playoffs, this win might just spark a late-season resurgence. As for CSK, unless a miracle unfolds, their journey for IPL 2025 looks to be nearing an unexpected early end.
About the Author
Advait Kadam is a sports writer at Vygr Media, specializing in cricket coverage and match analysis. With a background in Sports Management and a passion for storytelling, he brings sharp insights and fresh perspectives to every game.
Views expressed in the above piece are personal and solely those of the author. They do not necessarily reflect Vygr’s views.
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