Finally it's over! RCB end 17-year losing streak against CSK at Chepauk

TOI Sports Desk / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Mar 28, 2025, 23:33 IST

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Royal Challengers Bengaluru ended their 17-year drought at MA Chidambaram Stadium by defeating Chennai Super Kings by 50 runs in an IPL 2025 clash. RCB posted a formidable 196/7 with key contributions from Rajat Patidar, Phil Salt and Virat Kohli. Despite MS Dhoni's late efforts, CSK's chase faltered, marking RCB's first win at Chepauk since 2008.

Finally it's over! RCB end 17-year losing streak against CSK at Chepauk

Royal Challengers Bengaluru's Josh Hazlewood celebrates with teammates after taking a wicket. (PTI Photo)

NEW DELHI: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) finally broke their 17-year losing streak at MA Chidambaram Stadium, defeating Chennai Super Kings by 50 runs in their IPL 2025 clash on Friday. This was RCB’s first win at the venue since their 14-run triumph on May 21, 2008, during the inaugural IPL season.
It was the tenth meeting between the two popular franchises at Chepauk, where CSK had dominated with eight consecutive wins since 2010. While CSK went on to win five IPL titles during this period, RCB continued their search for a maiden championship.
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STATS: RCB vs CKS at Chepauk

2008 - Won by 14 runs
2010 - Lost by 5 wickets
2011 - Lost by 21 runs
2011 - Lost by 58 runs
2012 - Lost by 5 wickets
2013 - Lost by 4 wickets
2015 - Lost by 24 runs
2019 - Lost by 7 wickets
2024 - Lost by 6 wickets
2025 - Won by 50 runs

Batting first, RCB put up a commanding 196/7 in 20 overs, with captain Rajat Patidar leading from the front with a 32-ball 51. Phil Salt (32 off 16) set the tone early, while Virat Kohli (31 off 30) and Tim David (22 off 8) added crucial runs.
CSK’s chase got off to a disastrous start as Josh Hazlewood struck twice in his first over, dismissing Rahul Tripathi and Ruturaj Gaikwad. Rachin Ravindra (41 off 31) fought back, but regular wickets derailed CSK’s pursuit.
MS Dhoni (30 not out off 16) provided late fireworks, but it wasn’t enough as CSK managed 146 for 8 in their 20 overs, handing RCB a long-awaited win at Chepauk.

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