On April 14, 2025, in the 30th match of the IPL season at Bharat Ratna Shri Atil Bihari Vajpey Ekna Cricket Stadium in Lucknow, Chennai Super Kings staged a thrilling run to defeat Lucknow Super Giant by 5 wickets. Chasing the target of 167, CSK did his work in the final overs, in which MS Dhoni once again proved to be an inter-producer. The veteran captain remained unbeaten on 26 off just 11 balls, completed the game in style and earned the Player of the Match award. Earlier, LSG posted a total competitive post of 166/7, but Dhoni’s late heroes ensured a memorable victory for Chennai.
Super Kings of Chennai won 5 wickets over LSG at Bharat Ratna Shri Atil Bihari Vajpey Ekna Cricket Stadium in Lucknow. Chasing the target of 167, CSK had ticking the scoreboard despite regular failures, but it was MS Dhoni’s explosives 26 unbeaten, which was just 11 balls, which sealed the victory in dramatic fashion. With the game in balance during the final over, Dhoni’s quiet appearance and powerful hitting proved to be decisive, taking Chennai across the Finnish line, just a few delivery. A total of 166/7 of Lucknow, built on a stable contribution, finally decreased against CSK’s experienced finishing power.
Lucknow Super Giants vs Chennai Super Kings: Match Information – Match No. 30, Venue, Date
Venue
Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow
Toss
Chennai Super Kings Won the toss, elected to field first
Series
IPL 2025
Match days
14 April 2025 – Night
Time
at 7:30 pm
On Field Umpires
Virender Kumar Sharma , Ulhas Gandhe
Third Umpire
Michael Gough
Referee
Narayanankutty V
1st Inning – Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on Batting – 166runs/7wicket- 20 Overs
