<p>The TATA IPL 2023 is on the way. With that being said, we will be witnessing several amazing games that will go down to the wire. There will be many last-ball finishes, and the games will get as close as possible. Over the years, the TATA IPL has given us many such matches and they have also given us many such moments to cherish. We have seen MS Dhoni lose his composure, we have seen Rahul Tewatia hit the last two balls for two sixes, and we have also seen Amit Mishra take 3 hat-tricks. So, which are the 3 most historic games in TATA IPL history? Here is a look:&nbsp;</p>



<h2>Rajasthan Royals VS Kolkata Knight Riders 19th Match TATA IPL 2014:&nbsp;</h2>



<p>Ajinkya Rahane scored an elite 72 of 59 balls in the first innings to take the Rajasthan team to a formidable score of 152 in the first innings. He had given his bowlers a fighting chance to stay in the game. Shane Watson also scored a handy 33 runs. It was a team effort by KKR, and they managed to score 152 runs too. Shakib Al Hasan chipped in with 29 runs, Suryakumar scored 31 and Gambhir notched up 40. &nbsp;</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img src="https://admin.icccricketschedule.com/uploads/2023/02/KKR-VS-RR.jpg" alt="TATA IPL 2023" class="wp-image-102742" title="TATA IPL 2023"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">IMG SRC: Rajasthan Royals</figcaption></figure>



<p>The game ended in a tie and was pushed into the super over stage. In the super over the stage as well, the game was a tie. But it was the presence of Steve Smith and Shane Watson that took Rajasthan home. They required 3 runs off the last ball and Smith placed it very fine; it was so precise that they scampered through for 2 runs and RR won on boundary count. This game was a nail-biter!&nbsp;</p>



<h2>Rajasthan Royals VS Mumbai Indians TATA IPL 2014 Last League Stage Match:&nbsp;</h2>



<p>Rajasthan Royals took on the Mumbai Indians in the last league game of 2014 and it is the best match in IPL history ever. The game was pure drama. The winner of this game would decide the qualification scenario for the playoffs. Rajasthan just needed a win and Mumbai needed a win with a decent margin. Rajasthan walked out to bat first and with the help of the fifties from Samson and Nair, they managed to get 189 runs on the board. &nbsp;</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full is-resized"><img src="https://admin.icccricketschedule.com/uploads/2023/02/Adittya-tare.jpg" alt="TATA IPL 2023" class="wp-image-102743" width="830" title="TATA IPL 2023"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">This game is one of the greatest games in the history of the TATA IPL. </figcaption></figure>



<p>The Mumbai Indians had to chase this score in 14.3 overs to win the game as well as qualify. Corey Anderson walked into bat and played the innings of a lifetime. He was smoking the RR bowlers. Every batter that walked in, was just trying to clear the fence. Rohit, Pollard, and Michael Hussey too. All of them did their small roles and hit a few out of the park. But Anderson stood strong, he scored 95 runs of 44 balls only. &nbsp;</p>



<p>Ambati Rayudu on the other hand scored 30 runs from 10 balls! This inning got Mumbai to 189 runs in 14.3 overs but to qualify, they had to get a boundary on the 4<sup>th</sup> ball of the 14<sup>th</sup> over. Aditya Tar walked out to bat and nonchalantly hit James Faulkner for a six over the sweeper. Mumbai won and Tare did a shirtless celebration too!&nbsp;</p>



<h2>Mumbai Indians VS Chennai Super Kings IPL Final 2019:&nbsp;</h2>



<p>The Mumbai Indians VS Chennai Super Kings games of the TATA IPL have a special place in the heart. These TATA IPL games have an unmatched intensity. This is a long-standing rivalry of the TATA IPL. The 2019 TATA IPL final was one such game. With 2 runs required of 1 ball, Malinga managed to get a wicket and Mumbai got their 4<sup>th</sup> title. What a story! Here is a look. Kieron Pollard did very well and scored 41 runs of 25 balls to take Mumbai to a respectable 148 runs. &nbsp;</p>



<p>Then in the bowling department, Malinga went for runs at 12 an over and K Pandya went for 13 an over. But it was Rahul Chahar, the unsung hero along with Jasprit Bumrah. They bowled at 3.5 runs an over! And on the last ball, the magic of Lasith Malinga worked. He got rid of Shardul Thakur. CSK finished with 148 only! Mumbai Indians were champions!&nbsp;</p>



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<p>To know more go to the <a href="https://www.iplt20.com/" target="_blank" data-type="URL" data-id="https://www.iplt20.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener">official website of the TATA IPL. </a></p>

TATA IPL 2023: Top 3&nbsp;Historic Games in TATA IPL History. Best Matches of TATA IPL.&nbsp;

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<p>The TATA IPL 2023 season will begin on March 31, 2023. The tournament is a two-month-long fiesta of cricket. With that being said, the best batters in the world will be present in the tournament. Over the years, opening batters like Matthew Hayden, Adam Gilchrist, Gibbs, Bairstow, and Gayle have been integral parts of the tournament. An opener has a crucial job as he sets the pace of the innings. If the start is laid back, it is laid back, and if it is a quick-fire one, it is quick-fire! Here is a look at the top 5 openers that the league has ever witnessed:&nbsp;</p>



<h2>Rohit Sharma is One of the Best Openers in the History of the TATA IPL.&nbsp;</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="http://www.icccricketschedule.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/rohit-sharma-1024x576.jpg" alt="Rohit Sharma" class="wp-image-98143"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Rohit is captain of Mumbai Indians franchise (IPL) </figcaption></figure>



<p>Rohit Sharma is one of the best openers in the league. Season after season Sharma has scored runs. He is also a part of the top run-getters in the TATA IPL. Sharma plays with a decent strike rate of 120 to 130 in the first 10 to 15 balls. Post that the strike rate inflates to 150. He has been an asset to the Mumbai Indians. As a captain, he has led them to 5 IPL victories. He does have a weakness against spinners in the powerplay and left-arm pacers as well, but if Rohit manages to get past the 10-ball mark, the opposition needs to start praying.&nbsp;</p>



<h2>Chris Gayle is One of the Best Openers in the History of the TATA IPL.&nbsp;</h2>



<p>The TATA IPL was synonymous to ?Chris Gayle? in the 2011 and 2012 seasons. It was a season of sheer dominance by the big Jamaican. He was the poster boy of the TATA IPL. The fans love Chris Gayle because he is not just a batter but an entertainer. He makes sports interesting. One can never forget his whirlwind 175 runs against the Pune Warriors India. On his day, Chris won the game single-handedly. He was a strike force scoring at a strike rate of 150 and averaging 39.7.&nbsp;</p>



<h2>KL Rahul is One of the Best Openers in the History of the TATA IPL:</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full KL-Rahul" id="KL-Rahul"><img src="http://www.icccricketschedule.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/KL-Rahul-min.jpg" alt="KL Rahul TATA IPL" class="wp-image-93739" title="KL Rahul"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">KL Rahul is one of the top players in the TATA IPL. IMG SRC: LSG</figcaption></figure>



<p>KL Rahul has assured dominance in the league since he was promoted to open the innings for the Punjab Kings. Before that, he was considered a fringe player with a lot of potential. But the Punjab Kings management helped him to grow. And since then, Rahul has had 4 IPL seasons in which he has scored more than 500 runs each. Now that?s an amazing thing to do! Season after season Rahul scored runs. At times his class is such that he appears to be India?s best T20 batter. Rahul has played 109 games scoring 3889 runs at an unreal average of 48 and strike rate of 136.8&nbsp;</p>



<h2>Shane Watson/ Shikhar Dhawan:&nbsp;</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full" id="Shane-Watson"><img src="http://www.icccricketschedule.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Shane-Watson-2CSK.jpg" alt="Shane Watson TATA IPL" class="wp-image-20666" title="Shane Watson TATA IPL"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">IMG SRC: CSK</figcaption></figure>



<p>Shikhar Dhawan and Shane Watson have also left a mark on the league as openers. The most impactful performance of Shane Watson came when he opened the innings. In the 2018 TATA IPL final, Shane was too good. The same was the case in the 2019 IPL final. He played with stitches in his knees and was batting exceptionally well. Shikhar Dhawan on the other hand is a blue-chip stock. He is a player on whom the team management can always rely. The short ball outside off-stump is his strong point. He has played 206 games and has scored 6244 runs at a strike rate of 129. Watson is on the list not because he has scored the most runs as an opener but because he has had a massive impact as an opener itself.&nbsp;</p>



<h2>David Warner:&nbsp;</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full" id="David-Warner"><img src="http://www.icccricketschedule.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/David-warner.jpg" alt="David Warner TATA IPL" class="wp-image-81616" title="David Warner"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">David Warner was in his prime at SRH. IMG SRC: SRH</figcaption></figure>



<p>David Warner is in the heart of every SRH fan. He won the orange cap 3 times and every time he was opening the batting for the Sunrisers. He was the backbone of their batting. David Warner took the Sunrisers Hyderabad to glory in TATA IPL 2016. He is one of the most dominant batters. On his day, he can flip the game in the team?s favor in a matter of a few overs. His timing is elite and he has a strong bottom hand. He is technically very sound. Warner has amassed 5881 runs at a strike rate of 140. &nbsp;</p>



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<p>To know more go to the <a href="https://bcci.tv/" target="_blank" data-type="URL" data-id="https://bcci.tv/" rel="noreferrer noopener">official website of the BCCI.</a></p>

TATA IPL 2023: Top 5 Openers in the History of the TATA IPL.&nbsp;

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<p><strong>IPL Best Bowlers: </strong>The 16th season of the Indian Premier League, the most popular T20 league of the cricket game, is going to start next month. These days everyone is waiting for the 2023 edition starting from 31st March.</p>



<p>The tournament of IPL season 16 is to be played till 28th May, in this tournament from 2008 to 2022, the best players have come in the game and have contributed significantly to the team with their tremendous performance.</p>



<p>Some of the legendary players who ruled the hearts of the audience have thus set records in the IPL. Today we tell you about another interesting fact.</p>



<p>Also we talk about those bowlers of IPL who have bowled the most maiden overs between fours and sixes and full dominance of batsmen.</p>



<div class="wp-block-rank-math-toc-block"><nav><ul><li class=""><a href="#strong-bhuvneshwar-kumar-11-maiden-overs-strong">Bhuvneshwar Kumar - 11 maiden overs</a></li><li class=""><a href="#strong-irfan-pathan-10-maiden-overs-strong">Irfan Pathan - 10 maiden overs</a></li><li class=""><a href="#strong-praveen-kumar-14-maidens-strong">Praveen Kumar - 14 maidens</a></li></ul></nav></div>



<h2 id="strong-bhuvneshwar-kumar-11-maiden-overs-strong"><strong>Bhuvneshwar Kumar - 11 maiden overs</strong></h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img src="http://www.icccricketschedule.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Bhuvneshwar-Kumar-SRH.jpg" alt="Bhuvneshwar Kumar" class="wp-image-75273"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Bhuvneshwar Kumar</figcaption></figure>



<p>At present, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, one of the active players, does not need any introduction. Bhuvneshwar Kumar, who deceived the batsmen with swing bowling, performed brilliantly in international cricket for a long time, along with which he was able to perform amazingly in the IPL as well.</p>



<p>Bhuvneshwar Kumar, the strike bowler of Sunrisers Hyderabad in India and IPL, has played 146 matches in this T20 league, in which he has bowled 11 maiden overs. He holds the record for the second highest number of maiden overs in IPL. Not only this, he has also taken 154 wickets.</p>



<h2 id="strong-irfan-pathan-10-maiden-overs-strong"><strong>Irfan Pathan - 10 maiden overs</strong></h2>



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<p>Irfan Pathan, who was once called the Sultan of swing in the Indian cricket team, may have been completely away from the cricket field, but this player had done that in a very short time, which many in a long career could do. giants can't</p>



<p>Irfan Pathan, who scored a hat-trick in the very first over of International Test cricket, proved his bowling prowess in the IPL as well. In this T20 league, this star fast bowler played a total of 103 matches for different teams, in which he took 80 wickets and took 10 overs.</p>



<h2 id="strong-praveen-kumar-14-maidens-strong"><strong>Praveen Kumar - 14 maidens</strong></h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img src="https://admin.icccricketschedule.com/uploads/2023/02/image-1.png" alt="Praveen Kumar" class="wp-image-103069"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Praveen Kumar</figcaption></figure>



<p>The career of Praveen Kumar, who was one of the best fast bowlers of the Indian cricket team at one time, ended very early. Praveen Kumar may have been infamous many times due to being in controversies, but he has a record in the IPL, which has been maintained for years.</p>



<p>He is the bowler with the most maiden overs in this T20 league. He has bowled 14 maiden overs in just 119 matches played here. Apart from this, Praveen Kumar also did a wonderful job of taking 90 wickets. Now only Bhuvneshwar Kumar has a chance in the list of breaking this record.</p>



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IPL Best Bowlers: Most maiden over bowlers in IPL History.

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<p dir="ltr"><span>The<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Indian_Premier_League"> Indian Premier League </a>(IPL) has had an immense legacy in the history of Indian cricket as it has unfolded several gems of world cricket, making it one of the most desired platforms for real talents to showcase their brilliance in the T20 format with both bat and ball. </span></p>
<p dir="ltr"><span>Several veteran all-rounders have left their mark on the tournament with iconic hundreds as well as picking crucial wickets at game-changing junctures of the matches. With <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sunil_Narine">Sunil Narine</a> in the last IPL 2024, emerging as the player to have enlisted himself on this record, here are other players to have attained the same iconic feat. </span></p>
<h2 dir="ltr"><span>5 Instances of a Player Scoring a Hundred and Taking a Wicket in a Single IPL Game:</span></h2>
<h3 dir="ltr"><span>1. Chris Gayle, RCB vs KXIP, 2011 </span></h3>
<p dir="ltr"><span>The legendary list has the <strong>‘Universe Boss,’</strong> who was the first-ever player to have enrolled himself on the list, as he truly was a phenomenal player to showcase a stunning display. Back in 2011, his first edition with the <strong>RCB</strong> marked a ton scored (107 runs) and also claimed a three-wicket haul in the match (3/21).</span></p>
<h3 dir="ltr"><span>2. Chris Gayle, RCB vs PWI, 2013</span></h3>
<p dir="ltr"><span>Again in 2013, RCB was handed a stunning game with Chris Gayle scoring his iconic <strong>175*</strong>, which was the most brutal innings played in the shortest format of the game, with two wickets also picked in the game in a single over, ending with 2/5 in the victorious match. </span></p>
<h3 dir="ltr"><span>3. Shane Watson, RR vs KKR, 2015</span></h3>
<p><span><img class="img-additional" src="https://admin.icccricketschedule.com/uploads/images/202502/image_430x256_67b1674b01fab.jpg" alt="Shane Watson's first hundred in IPL" width="783" height="487"></span></p>
<p dir="ltr"><span>Another legendary all-rounder in cricket who was honoured with his extensive services in the IPL, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shane_Watson">Shane Watson</a> starred for the <strong>Rajasthan Royals</strong> and <strong>Chennai Super Kings</strong>, with some playing days for RCB as well. Watson in 2015 became part of the elite group, as the Australian scored a scintillating century and also picked two wickets in the proceeding. </span></p>
<h3 dir="ltr"><span>4. Shane Watson, CSK vs RR, 2018</span></h3>
<p dir="ltr"><span>Shane Watson rendered the iconic list with yet another stunning knock 3 years after his feat with the Royals. Playing for Chennai Super Kings, he scored a hundred (106 runs) and also picked a wicket in the game, as this all-round brilliance proved to be decisive for <strong>CSK</strong>’s iconic win. </span></p>
<h3 dir="ltr"><span>5. Sunil Narine, KKR vs RR, 2024</span></h3>
<p><span><img class="img-additional" src="https://admin.icccricketschedule.com/uploads/images/202502/image_430x256_67b166e0046ac.jpg" alt="The MVP for KKR in IPL 2024 (Image Credit: X)" width="791" height="492"></span></p>
<p><span>The MVP for KKR in IPL 2024 (Image Credit: X)</span></p>
<p dir="ltr"><span>The Windies all-rounder has been playing for the Kolkata Knight Riders, as Sunil Narine joined the elite list of cricketers with a hundred and took wickets in the game as well. The MVP of IPL 2024 dazzled with the iconic knock of 109 runs and seasoned it with a 2/30, two-wicket haul.</span></p>
<p><strong>ALSO READ:<a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/virat-kohli-is-set-to-achieve-an-incredible-accomplishment-in-ipl-2025-no-indian-has-been-able-to-do-so-until-now-/"> Virat Kohli is set to achieve this unique feat in the IPL</a></strong></p>

Top 5 Players in IPL history to have scored a hundred and picked a wicket in a single match

Five players in IPL history have scored a hundred and picked wickets in a single game of the IPL.

Top 5 players to have scored a hundred and picked a wicket in a single IPL game

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<p>The Indian Premier League (IPL) has seen some explosive hitters over the years, but only a few have consistently maintained a high strike rate. A high strike rate reflects a player's ability to score runs quickly, making them invaluable in the fast-paced T20 format.</p>
<p>Here, we have come up with the top 5 players with the highest strike rate in the IPL history. These five players have redefined power-hitting in the IPL with their incredible strike rates. Their ability to score at a rapid pace puts pressure on the opposition and makes them invaluable in T20 cricket. As the IPL continues to evolve, we can expect even more fireworks from these batting superstars!</p>
<p>Here’s a look at the top five players with the highest strike rate in IPL history:</p>
<h2><strong>TOP 5 Players With Highest Strike Rate In IPL History</strong></h2>
<h3><strong>1. Travis Head – 176.63</strong></h3>
<p><strong><img class="img-additional" src="https://admin.icccricketschedule.com/uploads/images/202503/image_430x256_67e39e2c83721.jpg" alt=""></strong></p>
<p>Travis Head has emerged as a destructive batter in the IPL, boasting an impressive strike rate of 176.63. The Australian left-hander has played for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) and now represents Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH). With his fearless approach and ability to take on any bowler, he remains a key asset in T20 cricket.</p>
<h3><strong>2. Andre Russell – 174.84</strong></h3>
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<p>One of the most dangerous all-rounders in IPL history, Andre Russell has a staggering strike rate of 174.84. Starting his IPL journey with Delhi Capitals (DC), he found his true home with Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), where he has played match-winning knocks consistently. His ability to clear the boundary effortlessly makes him a fan favorite.</p>
<h3><strong>3. Heinrich Klaasen – 170.03</strong></h3>
<p><strong><img class="img-additional" src="https://admin.icccricketschedule.com/uploads/images/202503/image_430x256_67e39e2416786.jpg" alt=""></strong></p>
<p>The South African wicketkeeper-batsman Heinrich Klaasen has proven to be a hard-hitter in the IPL, striking at 170.03. He has played for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) and now shines for Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH). His aggressive batting style and power-hitting ability make him a game-changer.</p>
<h3><strong>4. Sunil Narine – 165.93</strong></h3>
<p><strong><img class="img-additional" src="https://admin.icccricketschedule.com/uploads/images/202503/image_430x256_67e39e260be5b.jpg" alt=""></strong></p>
<p>Initially known for his mystery spin, Sunil Narine turned into a surprise pinch-hitter for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). With a strike rate of 165.93, he has played several quickfire innings at the top of the order. His fearless batting and ability to hit big shots make him a valuable asset in the IPL.</p>
<h3><strong>5. Nicholas Pooran – 164.64</strong></h3>
<p><strong><img class="img-additional" src="https://admin.icccricketschedule.com/uploads/images/202503/image_430x256_67e199ed24b9b.jpg" alt=""></strong></p>
<p>The West Indian power-hitter Nicholas Pooran has always been a destructive batter, striking at 164.64 in the IPL. He has played for Kings XI Punjab (KXIP, now PBKS), Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), and currently represents Lucknow Super Giants (LSG). His ability to accelerate the innings and finish games in style makes him one of the most dangerous batters in T20 cricket.</p>

TOP 5 Players With Highest Strike Rate In IPL History

The IPL has witnessed explosive batting performances, with some players maintaining exceptional strike rates. Their fearless approach, power-hitting skills, and game-changing abilities make them invaluable assets in the fast-paced T20 format.

2500+IPL's top strikers dominate with aggressive batting, rapid scoring, and match-winning performances, making them crucial assets in the T20 format.

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<p><strong>CSK vs RCB 2025: </strong>RCB have finally defeated CSK at Chepauk for the first time since 2008! They didn’t just breach it—they tore it down. Such was their dominance today, handing CSK one of their rare thrashings at home.</p>
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<h2><strong>CSK vs RCB Match Summary</strong></h2>
<p>Things started with Chennai Super Kings winning the toss and they opted to field first. Both sides strengthened their bowling units as Bhuvaneshwar Kumar Came in for RCB and Pathirana came in for CSK.</p>
<p><strong>Playing11s</strong></p>
<p><strong>Royal Challengers Bengaluru: </strong>Virat Kohli, Philip Salt, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar(c), Liam Livingstone, Jitesh Sharma(w), Tim David, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood, Yash Dayal</p>
<p><strong>Chennai Super Kings:</strong> Rachin Ravindra, Rahul Tripathi, Ruturaj Gaikwad(c), Deepak Hooda, Sam Curran, Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni(w), Ravichandran Ashwin, Noor Ahmad, Matheesha Pathirana, Khaleel Ahmed</p>
<p>Virat Kohli and Phil Salt provided a decent start to RCB where Salt played the anchor role. Salt faced 16 balls and smashed 32 runs before the electric fast hands of MS Dhoni stumped him out. </p>
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<p>Virat Kohli and Padikkal got good starts but failed to prolong their innings. Skipper Rajat Patidar played a crucial innings of 51 runs at a strike rate of 160. Jitesh Sharma added 12 runs in 6 balls and Tim David played a stellar cameo of 22 runs from just 8 balls.</p>
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<p>All this led RCB to post a total of 196. It was a good surface to bat but there was certainly space for bowlers to do some magic. </p>
<p>Chennai had a disastrous start, losing two wickets in the second over bowled by Hazlewood. By the end of the powerplay, they were struggling at 30/3. The middle order faltered, with batters at positions 2, 3, 4, and 5 failing to reach double digits, adding to their woes.</p>
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<p>Rachin Ravindra, who was working hard to keep CSK alive, chopped one to the stumps after his 41. Apart from him, Ravindra Jadeja and MS Dhoni were the only two batters, who were batting without such struggles and that was never going to win them the game. MS Dhoni opened his arms towards the end but coming that late would never have helped CSK. </p>
<p>As a result, CSK lost the game by 50 runs. This was a big success for RCB as they won a game by such a huge margin when the set target was less than 200. Jos Hazlewood ended up with the best bowling figures of <strong>4-0-21-3 </strong>along side the all-important innings by skipper Patidar.</p>
<h2><strong>CSK vs RCB Scorecard</strong></h2>
<p><strong>RCB (Batting First)- 196/7 </strong>in 20 overs<br>Rajat Patidar- 51 (32)<br>Noor Ahmed- 4-0-36-3</p>
<p><strong>CSK (Chasing 167)- 146/8 </strong>in 20 overs<br>Rachin Ravindra- 41 (31)<br>Jos Hazlewood- 4-0-21-3</p>

CSK vs RCB 2025: HISTORIC! RCB beat CSK at Chepauk by 50 runs, powered by stellar shows from Hazlewood and Patidar.

RCB posted 196, led by Rajat’s 51 and crucial cameos. Hazlewood tore through CSK’s top order, spinners dominated, and RCB secured a commanding 50-run win—one to cherish for years.

RCB’s 196 proved too much as Hazlewood and spinners dismantled CSK, sealing a historic 50-run triumph at Chepauk.

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<p>Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) have long been one of the most popular and powerful teams in the Indian Premier League (IPL), boasting legendary names like Virat Kohli, AB de Villiers, and Chris Gayle over the years. Yet, despite their superstar squads and devoted fan base, the trophy cabinet has remained empty. As RCB prepare to enter their fourth IPL final in 2025, the question resurfaces — can they finally end the drought and lift their maiden IPL title?</p>
<h3><strong>2009: A Final of Missed Chances</strong></h3>
<p>In their first IPL final in 2009, RCB faced the Deccan Chargers. Anil Kumble, leading the side, delivered a masterclass with the ball, taking 4 for 16 to restrict Deccan to 143. However, Bangalore’s chase faltered under pressure. Andrew Symonds and Pragyan Ojha turned the tide with crucial breakthroughs, including the dismissals of Ross Taylor and Virat Kohli in a single over. RCB fell short by just six runs in a tightly fought contest — a heartbreak that hinted at the struggles that would follow.</p>
<h3><strong>2011: Chennai’s One-Sided Domination</strong></h3>
<p>Two years later, RCB returned to the final, this time against defending champions Chennai Super Kings. Having topped the table, RCB looked confident, but a dream opening stand from Michael Hussey and Murali Vijay, who scored 63 and 95 respectively, powered CSK to a daunting 205. RCB’s chase never really got off the ground. Chris Gayle, their most dangerous weapon, was dismissed for a duck in the first over by R Ashwin. AB de Villiers and Virat Kohli couldn’t rescue the innings either, as RCB crumbled to 147 for 8, losing by a massive 58 runs.</p>
<h3><strong>2016: The One That Got Away</strong></h3>
<p>The 2016 final against Sunrisers Hyderabad was perhaps RCB’s closest brush with glory. David Warner’s aggressive 69 and Ben Cutting’s explosive finish lifted SRH to 208. In reply, Gayle and Kohli put on a dazzling 114-run partnership in just over 10 overs, putting RCB in control. But once Gayle fell for 76 and Kohli for 54, the innings lost momentum. The lower order struggled against the clever bowling of Mustafizur Rahman and Bhuvneshwar Kumar. With 47 needed off the last 24 balls, RCB stumbled to 200 for 7, falling short by eight runs. Another final, another missed opportunity.</p>
<h3><strong>2025: The Fourth Chapter; A New Dawn?</strong></h3>
<p>As RCB prepare for their fourth IPL final in 2025, the atmosphere feels different. This season hasn’t just been about individual brilliance; it’s been about teamwork. A well-balanced squad, smart leadership, and consistent performances across departments have brought them to the brink of history once again. There’s a quiet confidence in the camp — no over-the-top flair, just focus.</p>
<p>Fans are hopeful, but the scars of past finals still linger. RCB has been stronger on paper before, but this year, they look more united, more strategic, and more prepared.</p>
<h3><strong>Can RCB Break the Final Jinx?</strong></h3>
<p>From the heartbreak in Johannesburg in 2009, to the one-sided defeat in Chennai in 2011, and the near-miracle that slipped away in Bengaluru in 2016, RCB’s IPL final history is a saga of pain and perseverance. But with the 2025 final upon us, there’s a new script waiting to be written.</p>
<p>Will RCB finally break the curse and lift their first IPL trophy? Or will the wait continue? The answer awaits.</p>

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