CSK vs GT IPL 2025 : With nothing left to lose, Chennai Super Kings turned up in Ahmedabad on Sunday and played like a team with everything to prove. Already out of the playoff race, CSK showed heart, hunger, and freedom as they handed table-toppers Gujarat Titans a stunning 83-run defeat — a result that might just shake up the playoff picture in IPL 2025.
For Gujarat, who had already secured a playoff berth, the stakes were still high. A win here would have taken them closer to finishing in the top two, guaranteeing an extra shot at reaching the final. But the Titans, perhaps a bit too relaxed with qualification in the bag, ran into a Chennai side playing with nothing but pride on the line — and paid the price.
After winning the toss, Ruturaj Gaikwad made the bold decision to bat first — and his batters backed him up in style. Devon Conway looked as composed as ever, anchoring the innings with a steady 52 off 35 balls. But it was Dewald Brevis who stole the show. Nicknamed “Baby AB” for a reason, the young South African smashed 57 off just 23 balls, including four boundaries and five towering sixes that had the Ahmedabad crowd on their feet.
The middle order chipped in perfectly. Ayush Matre (34), Urvil Patel (37), Ravindra Jadeja (21), and Shivam Dube (17) all played impactful cameos, lifting Chennai to a commanding 230/5 — their highest total of the season and one of the most entertaining batting performances of the tournament.
Gujarat’s bowlers looked shell-shocked. Prasidh Krishna was the only one who managed to keep things somewhat tight with 2 for 22. The rest, including Rashid Khan and Shahrukh Khan, couldn’t contain the flow of runs on a belter of a pitch.
Chasing a record total, the Titans never looked settled. Shubman Gill, under pressure to lead from the front, fell cheaply for 13. Jos Buttler’s lean patch continued as he managed just 5. Sai Sudharsan tried to steady the ship with a gritty 41 off 28, but the target was always a mountain too high.
Shahrukh Khan (19), Rahul Tewatia (14), and Arshad Khan (20) tried to resist, but Chennai’s bowlers kept chipping away. What made the difference was how CSK played without pressure. Every fielder seemed sharper, every bowler seemed freer, and the entire team carried the energy of a side with something to prove, even with nothing at stake.
Eventually, Gujarat were bowled out for 147 in just 18.3 overs — a massive blow to their net run rate and their hopes of finishing in the top two.
The result doesn’t change the overall fate of the teams — CSK remain at the bottom of the table, while GT still head into the playoffs. But the win speaks volumes about Chennai’s spirit. Even in a season that didn’t go their way, they showed up and played with pride until the very end.
For Gujarat, this defeat should be a wake-up call. A place in the top four is secure, but if they want to lift the trophy, they’ll need to rediscover their edge — and quickly.
As for CSK, this win might not take them to the playoffs, but it does give their fans something to smile about. It’s the kind of performance that reminds everyone why Chennai Super Kings are one of the most respected sides in IPL history — win or lose, they never go down without a fight.
Match Summary
Chennai Super Kings: 230/5 (Devon Conway 52, Dewald Brevis 57; Prasidh Krishna 2/22)
Gujarat Titans: 147 all out in 18.3 overs (Sai Sudharsan 41; Rashid Khan 1/29, R Sai Kishore 1/30)
Result: Chennai Super Kings won by 83 runs
Player of the Match: Dewald Brevis
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