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CSK Nears Elimination While KKR Clings to Playoff Hopes in IPL 2025

Chennai Super Kings suffer their seventh loss, while Kolkata Knight Riders aim for a dramatic turnaround inspired by past comebacks.

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Virat Kohli, centre, wasn't having Dinesh Karthik's suggestion
Ravindra Jadeja was dismissed by Kamindu Mendis after scoring 21(17).
Virat Kohli has struck 392 runs in nine innings so far in IPL 2025.

Overview

  • Chennai Super Kings remain at the bottom of the IPL 2025 table with only two wins from nine matches, following a five-wicket loss to Sunrisers Hyderabad.
  • CSK captain MS Dhoni criticized the team's batting failures, stating their total of 155 was insufficient on a favorable pitch, and hinted at rebuilding for the future.
  • Kolkata Knight Riders, currently seventh in the standings, must win five of their remaining six games to stay in playoff contention, with CEO Venky Mysore urging fans to draw hope from the team’s historic turnarounds in 2014 and 2021.
  • KKR's Venkatesh Iyer faces scrutiny for underperforming after a record ₹23.75 crore auction price, with experts suggesting pressure may be affecting his form.
  • Shreyas Iyer, now leading Punjab Kings, returns to Eden Gardens for a key match against his former team, adding personal stakes to KKR’s playoff bid.