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In a thrilling game at BRSABV Ekana Cricket Stadium, old hand MS Dhoni proved why he is being called Captain Cool by everyone and collected the Man of the Match award for his match-winning cameo as CSK chased down the 5-wicket win over LSG.
Chasing a tricky target of 166, CSK were under pressure heading into the final overs. But Dhoni, stepping up in typical fashion, turned the tide with a sensational knock of 26 off just 11 balls*, including some trademark finishing strokes. Calm under pressure and clinical in execution, Dhoni’s late blitz alongside Shivam Dube ensured CSK crossed the line with balls to spare.
It wasn’t just the runs, but the timing and confidence that lifted the team when it mattered most. Dhoni’s experience and finishing touch made all the difference in a match full of twists.
Pant led the way, contributing to the LSG total with a gritty knock of 63 from 49 deliveries, demonstrating intelligent strokeplay and aggressive running between wickets. His innings was the foundation of a spirited total.
Jadeja's multi-faceted class came back to bite once again as he tightened the screws with his left-arm spin. Returning with 2 wickets for merely 24 runs, he stalled LSG's momentum in the middle overs.
Bishnoi was LSG's go-to bowler, spinning a web around CSK batsmen. His 2/18 was not only economical but also well timed, giving LSG hopes of defending the score.
Shivam Dube 43 (37)*
Supporting CSK's chase, Dube produced a mature knock under pressure. His 43 off 37 balls arrived at just the right moment and staged the finishing flourish.
The finisher was in his vintage touch. While CSK required runs off the last overs, Dhoni smashed an unbeaten 26 from 11 balls, winning the match in typical fashion and being awarded the Man of the Match prize.
Lucknow Super Giants' top order in their first innings of Match 30 against Chennai Super Kings scored a gritty total. Captain Rishabh Pant provided the perfect touch with a cautious 63 of 49 balls, steered the innings admirably. He was well-supported by Mitchell Marsh, who scored 30 of 25, and Ayush Badoni with 22 of 17 balls at brisk rate. On the bowling front, CSK's Ravindra Jadeja stepped forward to the challenge, producing an astonishing spell of 2/24 off a mere 3 overs. Matheesha Pathirana too claimed 2 wickets at some cost, conceding 45 runs from his 4-over stint. Kid Anshul Kamboj bowled a stunning spell of 1/20 in 3 overs, making LSG middle order jittery.
During the second innings of IPL 2025 Match 30 between Chennai Super Kings and Lucknow Super Giants, the CSK batting unit had a good time as they made the target look easy. Shivam Dube led the innings with a composed 43 off 37 deliveries, while Rachin Ravindra contributed the innings with a 37 off mere 22 balls. But MS Dhoni was the man who turned the game on its head with an unbelievable late flourish, hitting 26 off 11 balls to wrap up the game in style.
Lucknow Super Giants attempted to apply pressure through their spinners and variations in bowling. Ravi Bishnoi was the standout bowler with 2/18 off 3 overs, keeping the batsmen guessing with his turn and flight. Digvesh Rathi was tight, conceding 1/23 from his share, and Aiden Markram contributed a wicket as well, finishing at 1/25 from 4 overs. LSG could not check the flow, however, and the visitors claimed an emotional win.
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