Who Won Yesterday’s IPL Match 43: In a thrilling contest that unfolded on April 25, 2025, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) emerged victorious by five wickets over Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in IPL 2025, marking their first-ever win at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai.
The result has dealt a significant blow to CSK’s playoff hopes, leaving them with little margin for error as they approach the business end of the tournament. This defeat, compounded by their fourth consecutive loss at home, has left CSK fans despondent as their team now faces a seemingly insurmountable challenge to qualify for the playoffs.
On the other hand, SRH’s triumph brought a glimmer of hope to their own campaign as they continue to fight for a place in the top half of the table. CSK, opting to bat first, struggled to find momentum as their batsmen succumbed to regular wickets. Despite a few notable contributions from Dewald Brevis (42 off 25 balls) and Ayush Mhatre (30 runs), the home side’s batting crumbled under pressure, ending their innings at a modest 154 all-out in 19.5 overs.
The SRH bowlers, particularly Harshal Patel, were on target throughout the innings, taking four wickets and stifling CSK’s progress. SRH’s chase was not without its challenges, as they lost early wickets, but a crucial 49-run partnership between Kamindu Mendis and Nitish Kumar Reddy ensured they reached the target of 155 with eight balls to spare. SRH finished at 155/5 in 18.4 overs, securing an unforgettable victory at Chepauk.
Match Summary: CSK vs SRH – IPL 2025, Match 43
- Venue: MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
- Chennai Super Kings (CSK): 154 all-out (19.5 overs)
- Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH): 155/5 (18.4 overs)
- Result: Sunrisers Hyderabad won by 5 wickets
- Toss: Sunrisers Hyderabad won the toss and opted to bowl
Captains:
- Chennai Super Kings: MS Dhoni
- Sunrisers Hyderabad: Pat Cummins
In a match that seemed to be slipping away from CSK’s grasp, the team failed to recover after their early setbacks. The team’s highest scorer, Dewald Brevis, played a cameo but was dismissed at a crucial juncture by an incredible catch from SRH’s Kamindu Mendis. The momentum shifted dramatically in SRH’s favour following this dismissal, with Harshal Patel’s bowling prowess choking the life out of the CSK innings.
Patel’s excellent spell, which included a mix of slower balls and yorkers, earned him the Player of the Match award. For SRH, their chase started shakily with early wickets falling within the powerplay. Abhishek Sharma was dismissed cheaply, and Travis Head, too, was back in the dugout early. But Ishan Kishan and Kamindu Mendis, alongside Nitish Kumar Reddy, remained calm under pressure, carefully constructing partnerships. Mendis’ 32* and Reddy’s unbeaten 19 ensured SRH crossed the line without further hiccups.
Top Performers:
- Most Runs for CSK: Dewald Brevis (42 runs off 25 balls)
- Most Runs for SRH: Kamindu Mendis (32* runs off 23 balls)
- Most Wickets for CSK: Harshal Patel (4 wickets for 28 runs)
- Most Wickets for SRH: Sam Curran (2 wickets for 26 runs)
CSK vs SRH: IPL 2025 Award Winners
- Curvv Super Striker of the Match: Dewald Brevis (CSK) – Strike Rate: 168
- My11Circle Fantasy King of the Match: Harshal Patel (SRH)
- Angel One Most Sixes: Dewald Brevis (CSK) – 4 sixes
- Rupay on the Go Most Fours: Ayush Mhatre (CSK) – 6 fours
- TATA IPL Green Most Dot Balls: Harshal Patel (SRH) – 14 dot balls
- Player of the Match: Harshal Patel (SRH)
CSK vs SRH: Turning Point of the Match
The defining moment in the match came in the 13th over of CSK’s innings when Dewald Brevis, looking in fine touch, attempted a big hit off Harshal Patel. Positioned at long-off, Kamindu Mendis sprinted across, executing a full-length dive to his left, and plucked a stunning one-handed catch that sent Brevis back to the pavilion. The dismissal was nothing short of a game-changer, as it curtailed CSK’s charge at a critical time. From 114-4, CSK could only add another 40 runs, eventually finishing at 154 all-out, a total they could not defend.
CSK vs SRH: Unsung Hero of the Match
While Harshal Patel’s four-wicket haul deservedly earned him the Player of the Match award, Kamindu Mendis deserves special mention for his match-winning fielding and composed knock during the chase. His extraordinary catch to dismiss Brevis was a highlight, and his calm batting performance ensured SRH remained in control during the chase. Mendis’ all-around contribution to SRH’s victory cannot be overlooked.
Playing XI:
Chennai Super Kings:
Shaik Rasheed, Ayush Mhatre, Deepak Hooda, Sam Curran, Ravindra Jadeja, Dewald Brevis, Shivam Dube, MS Dhoni (c & wk), Noor Ahmad, Khaleel Ahmed, Matheesha Pathirana.
Sunrisers Hyderabad:
Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Heinrich Klaasen (wk), Aniket Verma, Kamindu Mendis, Pat Cummins (c), Harshal Patel, Jaydev Unadkat, Zeeshan Ansari, Mohammed Shami.