SRH Create History with First-Ever Win Over CSK in Chennai | IPL MATCHES 2025
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) delivered a commanding all-round performance to defeat Chennai Super Kings (CSK) by five wickets in Match 43 of the TATA IPL 2025, held at the iconic MA Chidambaram Stadium. This victory marked a historic first win for SRH in Chennai, breaking their long-standing losing streak at the venue.
A Night of Firsts in One of the Most Anticipated IPL MATCHES
It was a game filled with memorable moments and firsts. While SRH celebrated a significant milestone, the Chepauk faithful endured heartbreak as CSK faltered despite glimpses of promise from young stars.
Opting to bowl first, Pat Cummins’ decision paid dividends as Harshal Patel led the bowling unit brilliantly, restricting CSK to a modest 154. Although SRH’s chase had hiccups, a composed innings from Kamindu Mendis sealed the game with eight balls to spare.
Early Drama: SRH Strike on the First Ball
The match began with drama typical of high-voltage IPL MATCHES. Mohammed Shami made an immediate impact, dismissing Shaik Rasheed on the very first ball—caught smartly by Abhishek Sharma at slip.
Despite the early blow, CSK showed intent through 17-year-old Ayush Mhatre, who played a fearless knock of 30 off 19 balls. His strokeplay impressed the crowd, but Cummins eventually got the better of him, leaving CSK at 50/3 after the powerplay.
Middle Overs: CSK’s Struggle for Momentum
Hoping to rebuild, CSK turned to Ravindra Jadeja and Dewald Brevis, but the SRH bowlers continued to dominate. Kamindu Mendis, with his subtle off-spin, dismissed Jadeja with a beauty that drifted and held its line.
Brevis offered a glimmer of hope, smashing three sixes off Mendis and one off Harshal Patel during his CSK debut. But just as he looked to accelerate, he fell for 42 off 25—a turning point as Mendis took a brilliant catch running in from long-off.
CSK’s lower order failed to fire. Even MS Dhoni, in his 400th T20 match, couldn’t make an impact. Harshal Patel starred with the ball, returning figures of 4/28, while Cummins and Unadkat chipped in with two wickets each. CSK were bowled out for 154 in 19.5 overs.
SRH’s Chase: A Test of Nerves in Another Classic IPL MATCH
The SRH innings began on a similar note, losing Abhishek Sharma for a duck to Khaleel Ahmed. While Travis Head and Ishan Kishan started rebuilding, Head’s dismissal at the end of the powerplay left SRH at 37/2.
Ravindra Jadeja turned up again for CSK, trapping Heinrich Klaasen LBW, and when Noor Ahmad dismissed both Ishan Kishan (44 off 34) and Aniket Verma, SRH looked shaky at 106/5—still needing 49 from 36 balls.
But Mendis, having already shone with ball and in the field, rose to the occasion once again.
Kamindu Mendis – The Star of One of 2025’s Standout IPL MATCHES
In a pressure-filled situation, Kamindu Mendis played with remarkable calmness and maturity. He rotated the strike efficiently and punished loose deliveries with precision. Alongside Nitish Reddy, he stitched a 49-run unbeaten partnership, steering SRH home in 18.4 overs.
Mendis finished with 32 not out off 22 balls, completing a dream all-round performance that helped SRH register their first-ever win over CSK in Chennai—a landmark moment in their IPL journey.
Final Thoughts: A Historic Chapter in IPL MATCHES History
This clash was a reminder of why IPL MATCHES are among the most thrilling spectacles in world cricket. From young talent making bold statements to seasoned players rising under pressure, Match 43 had it all.
With this memorable win, Sunrisers Hyderabad not only earned two crucial points but also rewrote a frustrating chapter in their rivalry with CSK.
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