NEW DELHI: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) finally broke their 17-year losing streak at MA Chidambaram Stadium, defeating Chennai Super Kings by 50 runs in their IPL 2025 clash on Friday. This was RCB’s first win at the venue since their 14-run triumph on May 21, 2008, during the inaugural IPL season.
It was the tenth meeting between the two popular franchises at Chepauk, where CSK had dominated with eight consecutive wins since 2010. While CSK went on to win five IPL titles during this period, RCB continued their search for a maiden championship.
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STATS: RCB vs CKS at Chepauk
2008 - Won by 14 runs2010 - Lost by 5 wickets2011 - Lost by 21 runs2011 - Lost by 58 runs2012 - Lost by 5 wickets2013 - Lost by 4 wickets2015 - Lost by 24 runs2019 - Lost by 7 wickets2024 - Lost by 6 wickets2025 - Won by 50 runs
Batting first, RCB put up a commanding 196/7 in 20 overs, with captain Rajat Patidar leading from the front with a 32-ball 51. Phil Salt (32 off 16) set the tone early, while Virat Kohli (31 off 30) and Tim David (22 off 8) added crucial runs.
CSK’s chase got off to a disastrous start as Josh Hazlewood struck twice in his first over, dismissing Rahul Tripathi and Ruturaj Gaikwad. Rachin Ravindra (41 off 31) fought back, but regular wickets derailed CSK’s pursuit.
MS Dhoni (30 not out off 16) provided late fireworks, but it wasn’t enough as CSK managed 146 for 8 in their 20 overs, handing RCB a long-awaited win at Chepauk.
