The 11th match of the TATA IPL 2025 delivered everything fans expect from a high-stakes clash between Rajasthan Royals (RR) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK). From powerful hitting to strategic bowling and a nail-biting finish, this game had it all.In this blog, we break down the RR vs CSK match highlights, analyzing key performances, momentum shifts, and what lies ahead for both franchises in IPL 2025.

Match Overview: RR vs CSK, IPL 2025 Game Recap

Key Match Details

• Match Number: 11
• Venue: ACA Stadium, Guwahati
• Result: Rajasthan Royals won by 6 runs
• Player of the Match: Nitish Rana (81 off 36 balls)

Rajasthan Royals’ Innings: Rana’s Blazing Start

A Rocky Beginning Turned Into Fireworks

• RR were put into bat by CSK skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad.
• Khaleel Ahmed struck early, removing Yashasvi Jaiswal on the third ball.
• But the spotlight quickly shifted to Nitish Rana, who played a blistering knock to anchor the innings.

Nitish Rana’s Match-Turning Knock

• Scored 81 off 36 balls
• Reached 50 in just 21 balls
• Smashed 7 fours and 4 sixes
• Attacked key bowlers like Ashwin and Khaleel Ahmed

His power-packed performance was the backbone of RR’s innings, taking them to a strong position at 129/3 after 12 overs.

RR’s Middle-Order Collapse

Despite Rana’s heroics, CSK clawed back through:

• Ravindra Jadeja and Noor Ahmad, who picked up crucial wickets.
• Brilliant fielding by Matheesha Pathirana and Vijay Shankar.
• Death overs squeeze: Only 17 runs conceded in the last 3 overs.

Final Score:

Rajasthan Royals – 182/9 in 20 overs

Chennai Super Kings’ Innings: A Thriller in the Chase

Jofra Archer’s Fiery Start

• Dismissed Rachin Ravindra for 0 in a maiden over – the first of IPL 2025.
• CSK were under pressure at 46/2 by the 8th over.

CSK’s Recovery and Gaikwad’s Steady Hand

• Ruturaj Gaikwad kept things steady with a classy 63 off 44 balls.
• Brief cameos by Shivam Dube (18 off 10) added quick runs.
• Dube’s wicket to Wanindu Hasaranga via a one-handed stunner from Riyan Parag turned the tide.

Hasaranga’s Game-Changing Spell

• Finished with 4/35
• Broke the backbone of CSK’s middle-order
• Dismissed both set and new batters, maintaining scoreboard pressure

Dhoni-Jadeja Magic: Almost a Dream Finish

In true CSK style, MS Dhoni and Ravindra Jadeja brought the game to the wire:

• 19 runs off the 19th over
• Audacious shots: Dhoni’s six over long-on and Jadeja’s sweep stunned fans
• Needed 20 off the final over

Final Over Dram

RR vs CSK Match Highlights: Top Performers

Rajasthan Royals (RR)

• Nitish Rana – 81 (36) – Player of the Match
• Wanindu Hasaranga – 4/35
• Riyan Parag – 37 (28) + Stunning catch
• Sandeep Sharma – Ice-cool in final over

Chennai Super Kings (CSK)

• Ruturaj Gaikwad – 63 (44)
• Ravindra Jadeja – 32 (18) + 1 wicket
• Noor Ahmad – 2/28
• Matheesha Pathirana – 2/28

What This Means for the IPL 2025 Points Table

• Rajasthan Royals rise to 9th place with their first win
• Chennai Super Kings sit at 7th, with one win in their campaign so far

Upcoming Fixtures

• RR vs PBKS – April 5 in Chandigarh
• CSK vs DC – April 5 in Chennai (earlier game of the day)

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RR vs CSK Match Highlights – Key Takeaways

• Explosive start wins matches: Rana’s powerplay aggression gave RR the cushion they needed.
• Spin continues to dominate: Hasaranga, Noor Ahmad, and Jadeja all played crucial roles.
• MS Dhoni still a finisher: Even in the final years of his career, he turns games into thrillers.
• Depth in RR’s bowling is proving to be a game-changer under pressure.

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