Chennai Super Kings (CSK) ended their IPL 2025 campaign on a bittersweet note after thrashing Gujarat Titans (GT) by 83 runs in game 67 of the ongoing Indian Premier League 2025 season at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. While CSK displayed sheer dominance on the field, this victory couldn’t change their fate in the tournament. For the first time in IPL history, the five-time champions finished 10th—a record that dents their prestigious legacy.

The match, held on May 25, began with CSK winning the toss and opting to bat first. The openers Ayush Mhatre and Devon Conway gave the team a solid foundation with scores of 34 and 52 respectively. Their aggressive approach set the tone for the innings, and CSK capitalised on it brilliantly.

Youngster Urvil Patel added a quickfire 37 runs off just 19 balls, maintaining the momentum. However, the real standout was Dewald Brevis, who displayed class and aggression with his 57-run knock in only 23 deliveries. With consistent contributions from the top and middle order, CSK posted a towering total of 230 runs in their 20 overs.

On the bowling side for Gujarat, Prasidh Krishna was the pick of the lot, managing to claim two wickets despite going for runs. Sai Kishore, Rashid Khan, and M Shahrukh Khan picked up a wicket each but couldn’t contain the CSK batters.

Gujarat’s run chase started on a shaky note. Their skipper Shubman Gill, expected to anchor the innings, was dismissed early for 13 runs in 9 balls. Things worsened quickly as Jos Buttler, a key figure in their batting lineup, departed for just 5 runs, exposing their fragile top order.

While Sai Sudharsan attempted to stabilise the innings with a well-crafted 41, CSK’s bowling unit was relentless. Led by the experienced Ravindra Jadeja and supported by Anshul Kamboj, Khaleel Ahmed, and Matheesha Pathirana, the Super Kings kept a tight grip on the Titans’ batters.

In a brilliant bowling performance, Noor Ahmad emerged as GT’s best bowler in the match, claiming three wickets, but it wasn’t enough to stop the Super Kings’ juggernaut.

GT eventually crumbled under pressure and were restricted to 147 runs, falling short by a massive 83-run margin. With this defeat, Gujarat Titans’ hopes of finishing in the top two were severely dented. While they had already qualified for the playoffs, their path to the final became more complicated.

This match was a tale of contrasting emotions. On one side, Chennai Super Kings achieved one of their biggest wins of the season, and on the other, they ended their IPL 2025 journey at the bottom of the points table—a first in the franchise’s history.

Despite strong performances from players like Brevis, Conway, and Jadeja, CSK failed to maintain consistency throughout the season. Their batting was sporadic in many matches, and the bowling unit often lacked penetration in crucial moments. The team’s management now faces a crucial off-season, where strategic changes and fresh signings might be necessary to revive their campaign for IPL 2026.

For fans, this match was a rollercoaster. They saw a glimpse of what CSK is capable of when firing on all cylinders—power-packed batting, disciplined bowling, and electric fielding. Unfortunately, that wasn’t the story of their season. While they can take heart in finishing with a commanding win, the bottom-table finish will linger in memory as a rare low point for the celebrated team.

On the other hand, Gujarat Titans, who were seen as one of the favourites early in the season, now need to regroup and come back stronger in the playoffs. Their batting order needs urgent introspection, especially with senior players like Gill and Buttler failing at crucial junctures.

This match not only highlighted CSK’s brilliance but also exposed GT’s vulnerabilities. With the playoffs around the corner, they will need to reassess strategies, particularly in their batting line-up, if they aim to make a serious title run.

In conclusion, Chennai Super Kings’ 83-run win over Gujarat Titans in game 67 of IPL 2025 will go down as a memorable match for the scoreboard but a historical low for the franchise's final standings. As the league phase of IPL 2025 concludes, this game will be remembered for CSK’s bold statement and GT’s missed opportunity to secure a top-two finish. The Narendra Modi Stadium witnessed an electric performance, and fans will now look forward to the drama of the playoffs, albeit without CSK for only the second time since the league’s inception.

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