Overview

• Chennai Super Kings, with just two wins from eight matches, must win all six remaining games to stay in IPL 2025 playoff contention.
• MS Dhoni became the fourth Indian cricketer to play 400 T20 matches, marking the milestone as captain in this crucial fixture.
• Sunrisers Hyderabad, also in a must-win situation, elected to bowl first after captain Pat Cummins won the toss at MA Chidambaram Stadium.
• CSK's struggles at their home ground, compounded by an unpredictable Chepauk pitch, continue to challenge the team's performance this season.
• Kamindu Mendis' stunning catch to dismiss Dewald Brevis highlighted a pivotal moment in the match as CSK posted 154 runs in 19.5 overs.