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RCB vs CSK IPL 2025 Thriller: Shepherd’s Blitz and Dayal’s Final Over Heroics
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Match Highlights
The M Chinnaswamy Stadium witnessed an electrifying IPL 2025 encounter as Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) clinched a nail-biting victory over Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in a match that will be remembered for its dramatic finish. Romario Shepherd’s explosive batting display and Yash Dayal’s nerve-wracking final over were the highlights of this high-scoring thriller.
RCB’s Explosive Batting
RCB’s innings was a masterclass in T20 batting, featuring three outstanding performances. The foundation was laid by a brilliant 97-run opening partnership between Virat Kohli and Jacob Bethell, but it was Romario Shepherd who stole the show with a record-breaking cameo.
Shepherd’s Record-Breaking Innings
14 balls to reach the milestone
4 boundaries and 6 maximums
Joint second-fastest fifty in IPL history
CSK’s Valiant Chase
CSK’s response was equally impressive, led by a phenomenal partnership between young Ayush Mhatre and the experienced Ravindra Jadeja. The 17-year-old Mhatre played an innings that belied his age, while Jadeja’s calculated aggression kept CSK in the hunt until the final ball.
The Dramatic Final Over
The final over, bowled by Yash Dayal, was a masterclass in death bowling under pressure. With 15 runs needed and the legendary MS Dhoni at the crease alongside Jadeja, every delivery was crucial.
Two well-executed yorkers, yielding only singles
The big wicket: Dhoni caught at deep mid-wicket
Drama: No-ball six by Dube brings equation to 6 off 3
Nerveless execution by Dayal restricts CSK to just three runs
Match Impact and Records
This victory has significant implications for the IPL 2025 season, propelling RCB to the top of the points table. The match also set several records and milestones that will be remembered for years to come.
Match Records
Previous record broken by 8 runs
Only 3 runs short of the season’s record
Ayush Mhatre becomes youngest player to score 90+ in IPL
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