Honestly, if you’re a CSK fan, this match probably felt like breathing after being underwater for too long. After 5 straight losses, the yellow boys finally got their groove back — and what a way to do it. On April 14, 2025, they pulled off a tight 5-wicket win against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), and just like that, the vibe flipped.
It wasn’t just a match. It was a comeback. And somewhere in the middle of all this, Dhoni reminded us that age is just a number — especially when you’ve still got those helicopter shots in the tank.
Before This? Things Weren’t Looking Good…
Let’s be real — CSK was down bad. Five games lost back-to-back, team looking off, fans getting nervous. People started saying “maybe this season’s over” — but this is CSK we’re talking about. They’ve bounced back from worse.
Meanwhile, LSG walked in looking strong. Rishabh Pant leading confidently, a balanced side, things in their favour. But cricket’s a funny game. And sometimes, just having Dhoni around — even if he’s not playing every ball — is enough to tilt things.
That quiet confidence in the dugout? Yeah, it makes a difference.
LSG’s Batting: Decent, But Not Enough
Batting first, LSG managed 166/7. Decent score, but not scary.
Pant played a solid knock — 63 off 49 balls, clean hitting, looked settled. But the rest? Meh. Markram (6), Pooran (8) – both fell early, and suddenly LSG was 23 for 2. Marsh and Badoni tried patching things up, and they did okay. But after that, the tail didn’t wag much.
CSK’s bowlers looked better than usual. Jadeja grabbed 2 wickets, Pathirana also picked a couple, though he was a bit all over the place — 7 wides, not ideal. But Noor Ahmad was solid, just 13 runs in 4 overs, and no wickets, sure, but he kept it tight. That helped.
One thought though — LSG clearly depended too much on Pant. If someone else had stayed in a bit longer, maybe they could’ve crossed 170. Just saying.
CSK’s Chase: That Dhoni Magic, Back Again
When CSK came out to bat, you could feel the intent. Rasheed and Rachin Ravindra gave a quick 48-run start — both batted with purpose. But things got shaky in the middle. Tripathi and Jadeja didn’t stay long, and suddenly it was 96/4.
At that point, fans were probably thinking, “Not again…”
But then Shivam Dube stepped up. Played a smart, calm knock — 43 off 37. And then came the man himself. MS Dhoni. 4 Fours and 1 six overall. 26 runs off 11 balls. Strike rate? Insane — 236+. It was like he time-travelled back to 2011. But this time Dube finish the match with 4s
That crowd? Lost it. Yellow flags, whistles, and goosebumps everywhere.
And yeah, LSG’s bowling didn’t help. Bishnoi tried his best — 2 wickets for 18 runs. But Shardul Thakur’s 56-run disaster from 4 overs hurt them. Can’t let that happen in tight games.
Powerplay also helped CSK — 59 runs for just one wicket. That gave the momentum they needed.
So… What Actually Clicked for CSK This Time?
This wasn’t just fluke or luck. CSK played for this win.
- Middle Order Fought Back: Even after early wickets, Dube and Dhoni stitched it together. That 72-run partnership in the end was gold.
- Bowling Got Sharper: Jadeja’s control, Noor’s economy — made LSG work for every run.
- Captain Cool Energy: Dhoni didn’t just bat well. His calm, that aura — it gave belief to the whole team.
- LSG’s Death Bowling Flopped: You can defend 167 if your bowlers don’t leak runs at the end. But LSG didn’t hold up.
All in all, this win felt like CSK getting serious again. No more confusion, no more hesitation — just classic, experienced cricket.
Back in the Game: Dhoni & CSK Ain’t Done Yet
This one win may not fix the whole season — but it surely changed the mood. Reminded fans of those dream runs in 2018 and 2021. It’s not about how you start. It’s about how you finish.
And with Dhoni looking this good, even in his 40s — who knows? Playoffs aren’t that far.
As for LSG — time to fix that death bowling. Otherwise, more heartbreaks waiting.
Final Thoughts (Just Like Friends Chatting Post-Match)
This game? It had everything. Drama, nerves, sixes, old-school Dhoni — the full CSK experience.
Ending a 5-match losing streak like that? That’s what makes cricket beautiful. And that’s why, no matter what, CSK always brings hope. They’re never out until the very end.
Let’s see how far this momentum takes them. For now, the yellow army’s drums are back, and the party’s on.
So what do you think? Is CSK back for real? Or was this just one good day? Drop your thoughts and let’s keep the cricket talk going.
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