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Harshal Patel, Kamindu Mendis Star as SRH Stun CSK in Chepauk – IPL 2025
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) finally broke their away-game curse in IPL 2025 with a commanding five-wicket win over Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at Chepauk. With this performance, SRH not only registered their first away win of the season but also secured a historic maiden victory against CSK on their home turf. It was a balanced team effort highlighted by Harshal Patel’s four-wicket burst and a calm finish from Kamindu Mendis and Nitish Reddy.
Match Overview: CSK’s Home Woes Continue in IPL 2025
Chennai Super Kings, once known for their Chepauk fortress, slumped to their fourth consecutive defeat at home. Batting first, CSK were restricted to a modest total of 154, thanks to tight SRH bowling and crucial breakthroughs at key moments. In reply, SRH weathered early blows but managed to cross the line comfortably with eight balls to spare.
This result leaves CSK with serious questions to answer about their middle-order stability and home performance, while SRH climb the table with renewed confidence and momentum.
CSK Batting Summary: A Story of Missed Opportunities
Powerplay – A Wobbly Start
Score: 50/3 (RR: 8.33)
CSK’s innings began on a poor note, losing Shaik Rasheed on the very first ball to a sharp delivery by Mohammed Shami. Ayush Mhatre provided a spark with a 19-ball 30 but his cameo ended just as quickly, as he fell inside the powerplay. Sam Curran, playing in place of Jamie Overton, couldn’t make an impact either and was out to Harshal Patel’s slower ball.
Middle Overs – Momentary Momentum Lost
Score: 77/3 (RR: 8.55)
Ravindra Jadeja, promoted up the order, failed once again and was bowled by Kamindu Mendis after surviving a dropped chance. Dewald Brevis, making his CSK debut, offered a glimpse of his talent with a quick-fire 42 off 25 balls. However, just as he started to look dangerous, he was dismissed via a sensational diving catch by Kamindu Mendis at long-off. This double blow, followed by Dube’s wicket to Jaydev Unadkat, pegged CSK back once again.
Death Overs – Collapse and Curtailment
Score: 27/4 (RR: 6.0)
Deepak Hooda tried to anchor the tail with a couple of boundaries but lacked support from the other end. Harshal Patel bowled a brilliant spell at the death, claiming four wickets in total and choking CSK’s momentum entirely.
SRH’s Chase: A Balanced Response on a Tricky Pitch
Powerplay – Conservative Approach
Score: 37/2 (RR: 6.16)
SRH started cautiously with Abhishek Sharma departing for a duck in the first over. Ishan Kishan and Travis Head tried to stabilize but Head’s dismissal by Anshul Kamboj kept CSK in the game. Scoring boundaries remained a challenge due to the pitch and disciplined bowling.
Middle Overs – Back-and-Forth Battle
Score: 77/3 (RR: 8.55)
Heinrich Klaasen’s early exit put SRH in a tough spot. Ishan Kishan, who looked set, fell against the run of play while attempting to accelerate. Aniket Verma offered resistance with a valuable 36-run stand, but Noor Ahmad’s back-to-back strikes – Kishan and Verma – made the game tense again, with SRH needing 41 runs off the final five overs.
Death Overs – Mendis and Reddy Take Charge
Score: 41/0 (RR: 12.05)
Kamindu Mendis rose to the occasion with impactful boundaries off Pathirana and Noor Ahmad. Nitish Reddy’s calm head and strategic stroke-play added crucial runs, and CSK’s bowlers lost their line under pressure, conceding extras. The unbeaten 49-run partnership sealed the win comfortably for SRH.
Key Performers of the Match
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Harshal Patel (SRH): 4/28 – Match-winning spell, especially at the death.
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Kamindu Mendis (SRH): 21* and a game-changing catch.
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Dewald Brevis (CSK): 42 (25) – Impressive debut innings.
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Ishan Kishan (SRH): 44 (not out) – Anchored the innings.
Turning Point of the Match
Kamindu Mendis’ catch to dismiss Dewald Brevis halted CSK’s momentum just when they were eyeing a 170+ total. That moment turned the tide in SRH’s favor and showcased the importance of fielding brilliance in close matches.
What Lies Ahead?
Chennai Super Kings will remain at home to face Punjab Kings on April 30, a must-win clash to revive their IPL 2025 campaign.
Meanwhile, SRH will take on Gujarat Titans in Ahmedabad on May 2, aiming to continue their winning streak.
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