The IPL 2025 season has not been kind to Chennai Super Kings, and Friday’s game marked a new low. CSK’s worst IPL defeat, in terms of balls remaining, came at the hands of Kolkata Knight Riders, as the five-time champions failed to put up any resistance on their home ground. MS Dhoni’s men could muster only 103/9 in their 20 overs, which KKR chased down effortlessly in just 10.1 overs.
CSK’s Struggles Reach a New Low
With this loss, CSK suffered their fifth defeat in six matches, pushing them to the ninth position on the points table. More alarmingly, this match etched an unwanted record in the franchise’s history. For the first time in IPL history, CSK have lost three consecutive games at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai—a venue once considered their fortress.
The performance on Friday lacked fight and composure. The batting unit, expected to deliver under pressure, collapsed without any major contribution.
Manoj Tiwary’s Blunt Assessment
Following CSK’s worst IPL defeat, former India cricketer and MS Dhoni’s ex-teammate Manoj Tiwary didn’t hold back. He questioned the team’s intent and decision-making, especially in the batting department. “This is not the CSK we are used to seeing,” Tiwary remarked during a post-match analysis.
He also expressed concern over the lack of urgency from experienced players. “There seems to be no spark, no fire in their approach,” he added. Many fans echoed his sentiments across social media, calling for a shake-up in the playing XI.
Can CSK Bounce Back?
CSK’s campaign is now hanging by a thread. With several more games to go, there’s still a chance to turn things around. However, the team must make tough calls, reassess their strategy, and show hunger for wins. A side known for comebacks, CSK needs to draw on their legacy and experience if they hope to climb the ladder.
For now, CSK’s worst IPL defeat has left fans disheartened and experts worried. The next few games will define whether this is just a rough patch—or the beginning of the end for their 2025 campaign.
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