New Delhi: Noor Ahmad’s penetrative spin bowling were complemented by matured knocks from Rachin Ravindra and Ruturaj Gaikwad as Chennai Super Kings began their IPL 2025 campaign with a four-wicket win over Mumbai Indians at the Chepauk Stadium on Sunday.
On his CSK debut, Ahmad (4/18) dismantled Mumbai’s middle-order after Khaleel Ahmed (3/29) dismissed openers Rohit Sharma (0 off 4) and Ryan Rickelton (13 off 7) inside the powerplay. It mant MI could only hobble to 155/9 which CSK overhauled with five balls to spare.
Rachin Ravindra’s unbeaten 65 off 45 balls anchored the home team’s run chase while skipper Gaikwad contributed 53 off 26 deliveries. Vignesh Puthur (3/29) gave CSK some nervy moments but it ws only fleeting.
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Chennai Super Kings defeated Mumbai Indians by four wickets in an IPL 2025 game at the Chepauk Stadium on Sunday. Cricket Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Cricket Live Score, Sports Breaking News from Sports Today
