TATA IPL 2025 Match 30: LSG vs CSK – Match Highlights

LSG vs CSK Match 30 Highlights,In a dramatic IPL 2025, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) snapped their five-match winless streak with a five-wicket victory over Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in Lucknow. MS Dhoni’s boundary-filled 26 off 11 balls* under pressure, coupled with Shivam Dube’s composed 43 off 37 balls*, saw CSK over the line in a thrilling chase of 167.

CSK’s Clinical Bowling Sets the Stage

CSK’s captain MS Dhoni won the toss and chose to field first, a decision that paid off early. Despite a solid opening stand from Nicholas Pooran and Mitchell Marsh, LSG found themselves under pressure after CSK‘s bowlers executed well.

Rahul Tripathi produced a brilliant diving catch to dismiss Aiden Markram early in the innings.
Khaleel Ahmed continued his good form with a crucial early breakthrough.
Anshul Kamboj struck with the prized scalp of Pooran (8 off 9), leaving LSG at 23/2 after four overs.

The pressure mounted as Krunal Pandya and Mitchell Marsh attempted to steady the ship, but Ravindra Jadeja broke the partnership by dismissing Marsh for 30. Ayush Badoni survived two close calls but was eventually dismissed by Jadeja, with MS Dhoni completing his 200th IPL dismissal, marking a historic moment.

Pant led the recovery with a brilliant 63 off 49 balls, but LSG only managed to reach 166/7 in their 20 overs, thanks to Jadeja‘s 2/24 and Noor Ahmad‘s remarkable figures of 0/13 in 4 overs.

CSK’s Chase: Dhoni and Dube Finish the Job

In response, CSK started well with Rachin Ravindra and Shaik Rasheed. Their partnership of 52 runs in just 5 overs set the tone. However, LSG’s spinners, led by Markram, quickly turned the game in LSG’s favor, reducing CSK to 96/4.

Ravindra was dismissed for a solid 37 (22), and CSK slipped to 96/4 in the 13th over.
Ravi Bishnoi then dismissed Tripathi and Jadeja, leaving CSK at a precarious position of 96/6.

However, MS Dhoni provided a much-needed blitz, smashing three fours and a six to reduce the required runs to 20 off 11 balls. Shivam Dube smashed a no-ball six from Shardul Thakur, which proved to be a pivotal moment in the match.

Dhoni’s calm and composed finishing skills, combined with Dube’s solid hitting, led CSK to a 5-wicket win in a chase that went down to the wire.

Key Moments:

MS Dhoni’s 26 off 11 balls* helped CSK edge closer to the target.
Shivam Dube’s 43 off 37 balls* guided CSK home.
Karn Sharma’s 2/24 and Noor Ahmad’s economical spell of 0/13 in 4 overs restricted LSG.
CSK’s brilliant fielding, including Rahul Tripathi’s diving catch, made a big impact.

Match Summary:

LSG: 166/7 (20 overs)
CSK: 167/5 (19.3 overs)
Result: Chennai Super Kings won by 5 wickets
Player of the Match: MS Dhoni for his 26 off 11 balls* in the chase

What’s Next?

CSK will face Mumbai Indians on April 15, 2025.
LSG will look to bounce back in their next match against Kolkata Knight Riders.

Conclusion

MS Dhoni’s match-winning cameo and Shivam Dube’s steady knock guided CSK to a well-deserved win over LSG in Match 30 of IPL 2025. Despite a valiant effort from Pant and a strong start, CSK’s bowlers and finishers proved too strong in the final moments, sealing a much-needed victory.