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CSK's Struggles Deepen After Record Loss to KKR in IPL 2025

Chennai Super Kings hit a new low with their worst-ever home performance, as MS Dhoni's return to captaincy fails to reverse their fortunes.

KL Rahul after winning the match against RCB
Cricket - Indian Premier League - IPL - Chennai Super Kings v Kolkata Knight Riders - M.A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai, India - April 11, 2025 Kolkata Knight Riders' Sunil Narine in action REUTERS/Stringer
Cricket - Indian Premier League - IPL - Chennai Super Kings v Kolkata Knight Riders - M.A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai, India - April 11, 2025 Chennai Super Kings' MS Dhoni in action REUTERS/Stringer
Cricket - Indian Premier League - IPL - Chennai Super Kings v Kolkata Knight Riders - M.A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai, India - April 11, 2025 Chennai Super Kings' Rachin Ravindra in action REUTERS/Stringer

Overview

  • Chennai Super Kings suffered their heaviest home defeat in IPL history, managing only 103/9 as Kolkata Knight Riders chased the target in just 10.1 overs.
  • Sunil Narine's standout all-round performance, including 3/13 with the ball and a blistering 44 off 18 balls, highlighted KKR's dominance.
  • MS Dhoni expressed disappointment with CSK's lack of partnerships and poor shot selection, urging his team to focus on better application moving forward.
  • Critics and former players, including Manoj Tiwary, have harshly criticized CSK's outdated tactics and questioned the decision-making under Dhoni's leadership.
  • Fans voiced frustration over CSK's deteriorating performance, with many lamenting the team's inability to adapt and evolve in the modern T20 landscape.