Rajasthan Royals scored 141/5 in 20 overs, where as Chennai Super Kings scored 145/5 in 18.2 overs.
So, finally Chennai Super Kings beat Rajasthan Royals by 5 wickets.
Powered by Simarjeet Singh’s three-wicket haul and Ruturaj Gaikwad’s unbeaten 42 off 41, complemented by valuable contributions from the rest of the batting lineup, Chennai Super Kings secured a vital win over Rajasthan Royals at Chepauk on Sunday (May 12).
With a disciplined bowling effort limiting the Royals to 141/5, CSK chased down the target in the penultimate over, propelling them to the third position on the points table.
Difference: Middle overs
| Parameter | RR | CSK |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 52/3 | 60/3 |
| Run-rate | 5.77 | 6.66 |
| 4s/6s | 0 and 2 | 3 and 2 |
While there was just an eight-run difference between the teams during the 7-15 overs phase, CSK maintained control of the chase.
In contrast, RR faced challenges finding a clear direction on a challenging pitch for batting.
Their struggle to score at under 6 runs per over in the middle overs and the inability to hit a single boundary during this phase proved pivotal in determining the match’s outcome.
As a result, RR’s quest for a playoff spot extended with the team enduring their third consecutive loss.
Rajasthan Royals
Power play: CSK restrict RR openers, setting the tone
Phase score – 42/0 [RR: 6.00, 4s/6s: 5/1]
Tushar Deshpande and Maheesh Theekshana kept the RR openers quiet in the first two overs, conceding no boundaries.
Although Jos Buttler managed a boundary off Deshpande, Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shardul Thakur found it challenging to accelerate on a sticky pitch.
CSK’s bowlers capitalized on the conditions, limiting Jaiswal and Buttler to strike rates of 126.31 and 105.88, respectively.
Middle overs: Simarjeet strikes dent RR’s progress
Phase score – 52/3 [RR: 5.77, 4s/6s: 0/2]
The powerplay’s sluggish start translated into wickets in the middle overs, with Simarjeet Singh dismissing Jaiswal and Buttler.
Despite Riyan Parag’s efforts, RR struggled to up the run rate, managing only 61 runs in the first 10 overs.
Although Ravindra Jadeja and Theekshana were unable to capitalize on chances, Samson’s dismissal further dented RR’s momentum.
Death overs: CSK tightens grip as Jurel’s cameo falls short
Phase score – 47/2 [RR: 9.40, 4s/6s: 2/3]
Dhruv Jurel’s aggressive cameo lifted RR past 100, but Simarjeet Singh’s disciplined bowling restricted them.
Despite Jurel’s efforts, CSK’s bowlers maintained control, with Deshpande and Thakur picking up crucial wickets.
Parag’s late flourish wasn’t enough as CSK restricted RR in the death overs.
Chennai Super Kings
Power play: Kiwi duo propels CSK to positive start
Phase score – 56/1 [RR: 9.33, 4s/6s: 5/2]
Trent Boult and Sandeep Sharma contained CSK initially, but Rachin Ravindra’s aggressive stroke play provided momentum.
Daryl Mitchell’s contributions ensured CSK finished the powerplay strongly, setting a solid foundation for the chase.
Middle overs: Gaikwad, Ali steady CSK despite regular wickets
Phase score – 60/3 [RR: 6.66, 4s/6s: 3/2]
Ruturaj Gaikwad and Moeen Ali kept CSK on track, rotating the strike effectively.
Although wickets fell at regular intervals, CSK maintained a comfortable run rate, with Gaikwad leading the charge.
Death overs: Gaikwad, Rizvi guide CSK to victory
Phase score – 29/1 [RR: 8.70, 4s/6s: 3/1]
Despite Jadeja’s dismissal, CSK remained in control, with the required rate well within reach.
Impact sub Sameer Rizvi and Gaikwad’s aggressive stroke play ensured CSK’s victory, with Rizvi finishing the match with successive boundaries off Boult.
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