Dhoni’s Magic Ends CSK’s Losing Streak With Five-Wicket Win Over LSG

A composed knock from skipper MS Dhoni (11-balls 26), backed by fiery innings from his accomplice Shivam Dube (37-ball 43), guided Chennai Tremendous Kings to a much-needed five-wicket win over Lucknow Tremendous Giants on the Ekana Stadium on Monday, April 14, placing an finish to CSK’s five-match dropping streak.

Chasing a goal of 167, Chennai Tremendous Kings received off to a flying begin. Debutant Sheikh Rashid impressed with a fast 27 off 19 balls, whereas Rachin Ravindra added a brisk 37 from 22 deliveries. The duo stitched collectively a stable 52-run opening stand, laying a robust basis for the run chase.

Following the stable begin, MS Dhoni offered the completion with 26 off simply 11, whereas Dube discovered his rhythm within the last overs. Their late surge ensured Chennai Tremendous Kings crossed the end line comfortably, giving their followers a much-needed motive to cheer.

Batting first after dropping the toss, Lucknow Tremendous Giants (LSG) posted a complete of 166 for 7 of their 20 overs in opposition to Chennai Tremendous Kings (CSK).

Skipper Rishabh Pant marked a robust return to type with a composed knock of 63 runs off 49 balls, anchoring the LSG innings. Opener Mitchell Marsh additionally made a useful contribution, scoring 30 runs from 25 balls.

Aiden Markram managed simply 6, whereas Ayush Badoni added 22 earlier than being dismissed. Abdul Samad scored 20 earlier than being run out by a pointy piece of labor from MS Dhoni. Shardul Thakur chipped in with 6 runs off 4 balls earlier than departing late within the innings.

Chennai’s Bowlers Step Up

CSK bowlers confirmed nice management all through the innings, retaining the stress on the LSG batters. Ravindra Jadeja and Matheesha Pathirana each claimed two wickets every, whereas Khaleel Ahmed and Abdul Kamboj took one apiece. Their disciplined bowling ensured that LSG could not break away regardless of platform.

Chennai Tremendous Kings, earlier than tonight’s conflict in opposition to LSG, performed six matches in IPL 2025 however attained just one win to point out for it – their season opener. Since then, they have been on a five-match dropping streak. However, Lucknow Tremendous Giants, below Rishabh Pant’s management, entered this match driving a wave of confidence with three consecutive wins.

Taking part in XIs

CSK Taking part in XI: Shaik Rasheed, Rachin Ravindra, Rahul Tripathi, Vijay Shankar, Ravindra Jadeja, Jamie Overton, MS Dhoni (c & wk), Anshul Kamboj, Noor Ahmad, Khaleel Ahmed, Matheesha Pathirana.

LSG Taking part in XI: Aiden Markram, Mitchell Marsh, Nicholas Pooran, Ayush Badoni, Rishabh Pant (c & wk), David Miller, Abdul Samad, Shardul Thakur, Avesh Khan, Akash Deep, Digvesh Singh Rathi.