CSK vs DC Highlights, IPL 2025: Delhi Capitals defeated Chennai Super Kings by 25 runs in a high-scoring clash despite a late fightback from MS Dhoni and Vijay Shankar. Chasing a target of 184, CSK finished at 158/5 in 20 overs. Shankar remained unbeaten on 69 off 54 balls while Dhoni added a quick 30* off 26, including a towering six and a four in the final overs. However, the required run rate kept climbing, leaving them too much to do at the end.
Earlier, KL Rahul led DC’s innings with a 51-ball 77, supported by quickfire cameos from Abishek Porel (33) and Stubbs (24*). Vipraj Nigam impressed with the ball for Delhi, picking up 2/27, including key wickets of Devon Conway and Shivam Dube. The win strengthens DC’s position on the points table while CSK will look to bounce back in their next outing.
Indian Premier League, 2025
Chennai Super Kings
158/5 (20.0)
Delhi Capitals
183/6 (20.0)
Match Ended ( Day – Match 17 )
Delhi Capitals beat Chennai Super Kings by 25 runs
CSK vs DC Live Score, IPL 2025: Will Dhoni take captaincy in today’s game?
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad is uncertain for the upcoming home clash against Delhi Capitals (DC) at Chepauk on Saturday. If he fails to recover in time, the legendary MS Dhoni is expected to step in as captain.
Gaikwad sustained an injury to his unprotected elbow during CSK’s game against Rajasthan Royals (RR) in Guwahati last Sunday. The incident occurred in the second over of their chase, when he advanced down the track to face Tushar Deshpande but missed the delivery, resulting in a painful blow.
CSK vs DC Live Score, IPL 2025: Chennai has lowest Powerplay run rate this season
According to Cricinfo, Chennai Super Kings have the lowest Powerplay run rate (7.27) and the worst economy rate (10.22) among all ten teams so far in this season.
CSK vs DC Live Score, IPL 2025: Pitch report and weather
The Chepauk pitch continues to be a mystery, with CSK head coach Stephen Fleming admitting that there’s “no home advantage” to count on. Saturday’s clash — the only day game scheduled in Chennai this season — is set to unfold under scorching heat and intense humidity, with temperatures soaring and moisture levels above 60%. While there will be about 25% cloud cover, the likelihood of rain remains low, with only a 7% chance of showers.
CSK vs DC Live Score, IPL 2025: DC Predicted Playing XI
Delhi Capitals (DC) Predicted XI: Jake Fraser-McGurk, Faf du Plessis, Abishek Porel, KL Rahul (wk), Axar Patel (c), Tristan Stubbs, Vipraj Nigam, Mitchell Starc, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohit Sharma, Mukesh Kumar
Impact Player: T Natarajan
CSK vs DC Live Score, IPL 2025: CSK Predicted Playing XI
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) Predicted XI: Rachin Ravindra, Rahul Tripathi, Ruturaj Gaikwad (c), Vijay Shankar, Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni (wk), Jamie Overton, Ravichandran Ashwin, Noor Ahmad, Matheesha Pathirana, Khaleel Ahmed
Impact Player: Shivam Dube
CSK vs DC Live Score, IPL 2025: Welcome to the live blog
Delhi Capitals have made a dominant start to IPL 2025, while Chennai Super are struggling after two consecutive defeats, including a record 78-run loss to RCB at home. CSK hopes to bounce back in their upcoming match at Chepauk, though captain Ruturaj Gaikwad’s injury may pave the way for MS Dhoni’s return as skipper. DC, on the other hand, look well-balanced, with veterans like Faf du Plessis and Mitchell Starc shining, and rookies Vipraj Nigam and Ashutosh Sharma stepping up. They now aim to end a 15-year winless streak at Chepauk. Stay tuned as we cover the game and bring you the latest updates.