MS Dhoni turned back the clock with a sensational 26* off 11 balls, guiding Chennai Super Kings (CSK) to a thrilling five-wicket win over Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in IPL 2025. Chasing 167, Dhoni entered when CSK needed 52 off 30 balls and unleashed vintage power-hitting, supported by Shivam Dube (43*), as they sealed victory with three balls to spare. Dhoni’s blitz included 4 fours and a six, while also registering his 200th IPL dismissal as wicketkeeper. Despite the win, CSK remains at the bottom of the table with 4 points from 7 matches, next facing Mumbai Indians on April 20. (PC: X/CSK)

Rishabh Pant marked a stunning return to form in IPL 2025 with a gritty 63-run knock, guiding Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) to 166/7 against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in Lucknow. With early wickets tumbling and Nicholas Pooran falling cheaply, Pant held the innings together. His knock helped LSG recover after CSK’s disciplined bowling, led by Ravindra Jadeja and Noor Ahmad. MS Dhoni was sharp behind the stumps, showing glimpses of his vintage brilliance. Dhoni had earlier won the toss and opted to bowl first. LSG's total sets up an intriguing chase for CSK in this high-stakes IPL clash. (PC: BCCI)

Virat Kohli sparked concern among fans during RCB’s IPL 2025 clash against Rajasthan Royals after asking Sanju Samson to check his heartbeat mid-match. Battling tough Jaipur conditions, Kohli played a gritty knock filled with 24 singles, 3 doubles, 4 boundaries, and 2 sixes to reach his 100th T20 fifty. Despite an early dropped catch, he anchored RCB’s successful chase with Devdutt Padikkal, sealing a 9-wicket win. Kohli now has 100 fifties and 9 centuries in 405 T20s. Earlier, RR’s Yashasvi Jaiswal scored 60 off 39 balls. Kohli’s gesture raised health concerns, but he remained on field till the end. (Video Courtesy: X/Aman)

Karun Nair's explosive 89 off 40 balls was not enough as Delhi Capitals lost to Mumbai Indians by 12 runs in IPL 2025 at Delhi’s Arun Jaitley Stadium. Chasing 206, DC collapsed from 119/1 to 193 all out, with three run outs in the 19th over sealing their fate. Tilak Varma (59) and Naman Dhir (38*) powered MI to 205/5. Kuldeep Yadav impressed with 2/23, but DC's late-innings chaos ended their 4-match winning streak. Hardik Pandya’s MI climbed to 7th in the table with just their 2nd win. Nair’s return to form was the lone bright spot for Delhi. (PC: AP)

Virat Kohli created history on Sunday by becoming the first Indian and second overall to score 100 fifties in T20 cricket. The 36-year-old smashed an unbeaten 62 off 45 balls for Royal Challengers Bengaluru against Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2025. His knock, supported by Phil Salt’s explosive 65 and Devdutt Padikkal’s 40*, guided RCB to a 9-wicket win. Kohli reached his 100th fifty in 39 balls, showing class against Rajasthan’s spinners. With this fourth straight away win, RCB climbed to 3rd on the table with 8 points. Rajasthan Royals, meanwhile, slipped to 7th, suffering their fourth loss in six matches. (X/IPL)

In a heartwarming moment that highlights the camaraderie between Indian cricketers, Mumbai Indians (MI) captain Hardik Pandya gifted a bat to breakout Women’s Premier League (WPL) star Kashvee Gautam, just ahead of MI’s IPL 2025 match against Delhi Capitals in Delhi. Kashvee, who had an impressive outing in WPL 2025 while playing for Gujarat Giants, emerged as the team’s leading wicket-taker with 11 scalps. During the WPL, Kashvee had expressed a desire to own one of Pandya’s bats. The MI skipper took note and stayed true to his word. Ahead of Mumbai Indians’ sixth IPL fixture of the season, Pandya met Kashvee and presented her with a specially customized bat weighing 1100 grams, a thoughtful gesture acknowledging her talent and determination. The touching interaction, captured on video and shared widely on social media, showcases Pandya encouraging young talents and supporting the growing prominence of women’s cricket in India.

On April 12, 2025, at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) achieved a historic eight-wicket victory over Punjab Kings (PBKS), marking the second-highest successful run chase in IPL history. Chasing a formidable target of 246, SRH's triumph was spearheaded by opener Abhishek Sharma's explosive 141 off 55 balls, featuring 10 sixes and 14 boundaries, setting a new record for the highest individual score by an Indian in the IPL. His 171-run opening partnership with Travis Head (66 off 37) laid the foundation for the chase, with Heinrich Klaasen and Ishan Kishan sealing the win with nine balls to spare. Earlier, PBKS posted 245-6, bolstered by Shreyas Iyer's 82 off 36 balls. This victory ended SRH's four-match losing streak and showcased their batting prowess. (PC: AP Photo)

In a dramatic IPL 2025 clash at Chepauk, MS Dhoni’s LBW dismissal via DRS became the center of controversy during CSK’s match against KKR. The third umpire upheld the on-field decision, citing insufficient evidence to overturn it, although replays suggested the ball missed the bat. Fans and commentators debated the call, questioning the consistency of the DRS process. However, former India opener Virender Sehwag claimed Dhoni's wicket wouldn’t have changed the result, as CSK was already struggling. KKR chased the target in just 10.2 overs, securing a commanding win and continuing their strong IPL campaign. (PTI)

After CSK’s eight-wicket loss to KKR, MS Dhoni urged his players to deeply reflect on their performances. Highlighting the lack of partnerships, application, and runs, he stressed the importance of tackling challenging conditions smartly. He also addressed CSK's powerplay struggles, cautioning against chasing unrealistic targets and emphasizing authentic cricket over desperation. Dhoni believes better shot selection and building innings strategically can help the team bounce back from their record-breaking losing streak. (PTI)

After CSK’s eight-wicket loss to KKR, MS Dhoni urged his players to deeply reflect on their performances. Highlighting the lack of partnerships, application, and runs, he stressed the importance of tackling challenging conditions smartly. He also addressed CSK's powerplay struggles, cautioning against chasing unrealistic targets and emphasizing authentic cricket over desperation. Dhoni believes better shot selection and building innings strategically can help the team bounce back from their record-breaking losing streak.