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Chennai Super Kings vs Sunrisers Hyderabad: IPL 2025 Match Scorecard & Highlights
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) pulled off a stunning upset against the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in Match 43 of IPL 2025, securing a five-wicket victory at the MA Chidambaram Stadium. This crucial win breathes life back into SRH's playoff hopes while dealing a near-fatal blow to CSK's already faltering campaign. This article breaks down the match scorecard, key highlights, and post-match reactions.
Scorecard Summary
| Team | Score | Overs | Top Scorer | Top Bowler |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chennai Super Kings (CSK) | 154 all out | 19.5 | Dewald Brevis (42) | Harshal Patel (4/28) |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) | 155/5 | 18.4 | Ishan Kishan (44) | Noor Ahmad (2/42) |
Result: Sunrisers Hyderabad won by 5 wickets.
CSK's Batting Woes Continue
CSK's innings was riddled with early setbacks. Shaik Rasheed's first-ball duck set a disastrous tone, and despite a quickfire 30 from Ayush Mhatre, the innings lacked the stability needed to post a challenging total. Dewald Brevis's impressive 42 was a lone highlight, but Harshal Patel's exceptional bowling (4/28), targeting the stumps with clever variations, decimated the middle order. The wickets of Shivam Dube and Deepak Hooda further exposed CSK's persistent batting fragility.
Harshal Patel's Match-Winning Spell
Harshal Patel's performance was the game-changer. His masterful spell, featuring a mix of slower balls and pinpoint accuracy, left CSK batsmen struggling to score freely. His four wickets, including key dismissals of Brevis and Dhoni, effectively strangled CSK's run rate and presented SRH with a manageable chase.
SRH's Composed Chase
SRH's chase was far from flawless, losing Abhishek Sharma early. However, Ishan Kishan's composed 44 anchored the innings. Heinrich Klaasen and Aniket Verma provided valuable support, but it was Kamindu Mendis's unbeaten 32 off 22 balls, coupled with Nitish Kumar Reddy's calm finishing, that steered SRH home with eight balls to spare. While Noor Ahmad's double-wicket over offered CSK a glimmer of hope, it proved too late.
Post-Match Analysis
MS Dhoni acknowledged CSK's shortcomings, highlighting their persistent batting struggles. Harshal Patel expressed his satisfaction with SRH's improved execution, while Pat Cummins praised the team's clinical performance. Nitish Reddy emphasized SRH's calm approach. This match further underscored CSK's deep-rooted problems and SRH's resurgence as the playoffs loom.
