Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) defeated Chennai Super Kings (CSK) by 8 wickets in IPL 2025 at Chepauk Stadium. Sunil Narine shines with bat and ball in a one-sided contest.

Match Summary: CSK vs KKR, IPL 2025

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) secured a convincing 8-wicket win over Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the 25th match of IPL 2025, held at the iconic MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. It was a disappointing day for the home fans as CSK suffered their fifth straight loss of the season and third consecutive defeat at their home ground.

Winning the toss, KKR captain Shreyas Iyer chose to bowl first—and the decision paid off brilliantly. The CSK batting order crumbled under pressure, managing to score just 103/9 in 20 overs. The standout bowler of the match was Sunil Narine, who picked up 3 wickets for 18 runs, dismantling CSK’s middle-order and dismissing veteran MS Dhoni cheaply.

In reply, KKR came out blazing. Sunil Narine continued his all-round performance, smashing 44 runs off just 27 balls. He was well supported by opener Phil Salt and Ajinkya Rahane, who anchored the chase. KKR finished the match in just 10.1 overs, scoring 107/2, registering a resounding victory and climbing up the points table.

Key Highlights:

• Sunil Narine: Player of the Match (3/18 & 44 runs)
• CSK’s lowest score at Chepauk in IPL 2025
• KKR moves to 3rd place in the points table

This win strengthens KKR’s campaign for the playoffs, while CSK needs to reassess their strategy going forward. The Super Kings, known for their resilience, now face a crucial stretch in the tournament to revive their season.

Stay tuned Newsaffair360 for more IPL 2025 updates, live scores, and post-match insights.

Also Read : CSK vs KKR Live: IPL 2025 Match Today at Chepauk – Score Updates & Highlights

📲 Follow us:
Instagram – @newsaffair360
Facebook – @newsaffair360
YouTube – @newsaffair360