Slugfest in Bengaluru: RCB Barely Edge Out CSK in a Thriller
RCB Triumphs Over CSK by a Narrow Margin: An Exciting IPL 2025 Showdown Ends with a 2-Run Victory for RCB
Get yourself a seat as we breakdown the nail-biting encounter between the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the IPL 2025 match at M Chinnaswamy Stadium.
Scores Galore!
The RCB batters, led by Virat Kohli (62) and Jacob Bethell (55), tore into the CSK bowling, instrumental in RCB posting a mammoth 213/5. The cherry on top came from Romario Shepherd, who exploded for a blistering 53* off just 14 deliveries!
Close but No Cigar
CSK's response got off to a flying start, with Ayush Mhatre lighting up the stadium with an exceptional 94 off mere 48 balls. Ravindra Jadeja showed his class with a gutsy 77*, almost dragging CSK to victory.
While chasing 214, CSK came agonizingly close to securing victory, needing just 15 runs off the final over. The drama unfolded as Yash Dayal held his nerves, defending the 15 runs and sealing a 2-run victory for RCB.
A Game Changer - Shepherd's Blitz
зеленоеSome of the Wednesday's most pivotal moments came from Romario Shepherd, who decimated Khaleel Ahmed with a 33-run over, smashing the ball to all parts of the park. His rapid 14-ball 53* lifted RCB's total to an enormous 213 runs[1].
Mhatre's Scintillating Knock and CSK's Fumbled Opportunities
Late in the game, Ayush Mhatre nearly single-handedly brought CSK back into contention, scoring 94 off 48 balls. However, disaster struck when Mhatre and Dewald Brevis fell in quick succession, shifting momentum decisively toward RCB[1].
Brevis' earlier presence in the field was equally crucial, contributing crucial catches - one a diving effort to get rid of Jacob Bethell and another a relay catch to send Jitesh Sharma packing[1].
Finale: Dayal Stands Tall as RCB Wins by the Skin of Their Teeth
In the final over, it was Yash Dayal who stepped up, emulating his 2024 heroics at the same ground by successfully defending 15 runs. With this nail-biting win, RCB secured a historical first-ever league double over CSK in the IPL[1].
Sports enthusiasts, that's a wrap from the recent RCB vs CSK thriller! Stay tuned for more IPL updates as the battle for the crown heats up.
Indian Premier League, 2025
Royal Challengers Bengaluru 213/5 (20.0)
Chennai Super Kings 211/5 (20.0)
Match Ended ( Day - Match 52 ) Royal Challengers Bengaluru beat Chennai Super Kings by 2 runs
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[1] - Source: IMBetcha News
[4] - Source: Dream11 Fantasy Stats
- Romario Shepherd's blitz win the IMBetcha News accolade for Wednesday's most impactful moment, as his 14-ball 53* powered RCB to a daunting 213 runs in the 2025 IPL match against CSK.
- In the thrilling 2025 IPL encounter between RCB and CSK, the game hanging on a thread in the final over, Yash Dayal mirrored his 2024 heroics, defending 15 runs to secure a 2-run victory for RCB, marking their first-ever league double over CSK.
- Dhoni-led CSK almost snatched a victory in the nail-biting 2025 IPL encounter against RCB, with Ayush Mhatre's scintillating 94 off 48 balls bringing them close, but the team ultimately fell short, losing by 2 runs.
