Royal Challengers Bengaluru beat Chennai Super Kings by 2 runs
Match Details:
● Tournament: Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025
● Match Number: 52
● Date: 03 May 2025
● Venue: M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
● Toss: Chennai Super Kings won the toss and elected to bowl first.
Match Summary:
Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Chennai Super Kings – Who Won?
It was a high-voltage contest between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK), which ended in a dramatic fashion. RCB emerged victorious by just 2 runs in one of the most thrilling encounters of IPL 2025. Thanks to blistering knocks by Virat Kohli and Jacob Bethell, followed by a last-over masterclass from Yash Dayal, RCB managed to defend their total successfully. This match was a true rollercoaster, keeping fans at the edge of their seats till the very last ball.
IPL 2025 is heating up with thrilling matches, and today’s clash was no different. Cricket fans witnessed a nail-biting encounter where RCB showcased an outstanding performance. This article provides a detailed match report, including key highlights, top scorers, best bowlers, and the updated points table.
First Innings: Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 213/5 in 20 Overs
● Top Scorer: Virat Kohli – 62 runs off 33 balls
● Best Bowler (CSK): Matheesha Pathirana – 2 wickets for 41 runs in 4 overs
Second Innings: Chennai Super Kings – 211/5 in 20 Overs
● Top Scorer: Ayush Mhatre – 94 runs off 52 balls
● Best Bowler (RCB): Yash Dayal – 2 wickets for 43 runs in 4 overs
Key Highlights:
✅ Romario Shepherd smashed 32 runs in the 19th over, scoring 53* off 14 balls
✅ Ayush Mhatre’s stunning 94 took CSK within touching distance
✅ Last over thriller: Yash Dayal defended 14 runs and dismissed MS Dhoni
✅ RCB keeps playoff hopes alive with this narrow 2-run win
Player of the Match:
Romario Shepherd (RCB) for his unbeaten 53 off 14 balls, turning the game with his late-innings fireworks.
Updated Points Table:
| Team | Matches | Wins | Losses | Points | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Challengers Bengaluru | 11 | 6 | 5 | 12 | +0.195 |
| Chennai Super Kings | 11 | 5 | 6 | 10 | -0.102 |
| Rajasthan Royals | 10 | 8 | 2 | 16 | +0.649 |
(Table based on current available data; subject to change as the league progresses)
What’s Next?
📅 Upcoming Match: Mumbai Indians vs Lucknow Super Giants on 04 May 2025 at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
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