Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) scripted history with a commanding 50-run victory over Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. This monumental victory not only marked a dream start to Rajat Patidar's captaincy tenure but also ended a 17-year-long wait for an RCB triumph at Chepauk, a venue that had been a fortress for CSK.
Rajat Patidar’s Dream Start as Captain
Leading RCB for the first time, Rajat Patidar has had an exceptional start to his captaincy career. Prior to this historic win against CSK, he guided RCB to a convincing seven-wicket victory over defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at Eden Gardens. His leadership has already begun to redefine RCB’s campaign this season.
Patidar was named Player of the Match (POTM) for his stellar knock of 52 off just 31 balls. His innings, laced with four boundaries and three sixes, played a pivotal role in helping RCB post a formidable total of 196/7.
On the bowling front, Josh Hazlewood delivered a match-winning performance, taking three crucial wickets, while Yash Dayal and Liam Livingstone contributed with two wickets each. Their collective efforts restricted CSK to a mere 146/8 in 20 overs, sealing a comprehensive victory for RCB.
Breaking the 6155-Day Drought at Chepauk
This victory holds immense historical significance for RCB as it marked their first win over CSK at Chepauk since May 21, 2008—a staggering 6155 days ago. The only previous instance of an RCB win at this venue was in the inaugural IPL season under the leadership of Rahul Dravid. Since then, RCB had suffered eight consecutive defeats at Chepauk under captains Anil Kumble, Daniel Vettori, Virat Kohli, and Faf du Plessis. This included a heartbreaking loss in the 2011 IPL final at this very venue.
Interestingly, RCB did experience success at Chepauk in 2011 but against Mumbai Indians in the second qualifier. They also secured victories at this venue against Mumbai Indians, Sunrisers Hyderabad, and Kolkata Knight Riders in 2021 when the tournament was played in a caravan model.
CSK’s Heaviest Defeat at Chepauk
Patidar’s leadership has already set records, with RCB’s 50-run victory being the largest margin by which any team has ever beaten CSK at Chepauk. This historic feat makes him the first captain to lead a team to a 50-run or greater win over CSK at their home ground.
Heaviest Defeats for CSK at Chepauk stadium (By Runs)
| Team | Loss Margin | Captain | Year | Tournament |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Challengers Bengaluru | 50 Runs | Rajat Patidar | 2025 | IPL 2025 |
| New South Wales | 46 Runs | Simon Katich | 2011 | Champions League |
| Mumbai Indians | 46 Runs | Rohit Sharma | 2019 | IPL 2019 |
| Deccan Chargers | 31 Runs | Adam Gilchrist | 2010 | IPL 2010 |
| Pune Warriors India | 24 Runs | Ross Taylor | 2013 | IPL 2013 |
This defeat also ranks as CSK’s third-heaviest loss in IPL history, behind a 60-run defeat to Mumbai Indians in 2013 under Rohit Sharma’s captaincy and a 54-run loss to Punjab Kings in 2022 under Mayank Agarwal’s leadership. Both these losses occurred in Mumbai, at the Wankhede and Brabourne Stadiums, respectively.
Greats of the game in 1️⃣ Frame! ♥️??#CSKvRCB #WhistlePodu ?? pic.twitter.com/JbKPG7DS70
— Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) March 28, 2025
Match Summary
RCB Innings:
- Total: 196/7 (20 overs)
- Key Performers:
- Rajat Patidar: 52 runs off 31 balls
- Virat Kohli: 31 runs off 28 balls
- Phil Salt: 32 runs off 16 balls
- Tim David: 18 runs off 5 balls (unbeaten)
CSK Bowling Performance:
- Noor Ahmad: 3 wickets for 36 runs (4 overs)
- Matheesha Pathirana: 2 wickets for 36 runs (4 overs)
- Ravichandran Ashwin: 1 wicket for 22 runs (2 overs)
Starts like these don’t come often! Well done, boys. ?
— Royal Challengers Bengaluru (@RCBTweets) March 28, 2025
12th Man Army, how are we feeling? ?#PlayBold #ನಮ್ಮRCB #IPL2025 pic.twitter.com/gpjl2UYQIr
CSK Innings:
- Total: 146/8 (20 overs)
- Key Performers:
- Rachin Ravindra: 41 runs off 31 balls
- Ravindra Jadeja: 25 runs off 19 balls
- MS Dhoni: 30 runs off 16 balls
RCB Bowling Performance:
- Josh Hazlewood: 3 wickets for 21 runs (4 overs)
- Yash Dayal: 2 wickets for 18 runs (3 overs)
- Liam Livingstone: 2 wickets for 28 runs (4 overs)
Key Moments of the Match
- Explosive Start by RCB: Phil Salt’s quickfire 32 off 16 balls provided early momentum.
- Patidar’s Leadership: A composed 52 off 31 balls anchored the innings.
- Tim David’s Cameo: A late flourish with an unbeaten 18 off 5 balls.
- Hazlewood’s Early Strikes: Three quick wickets derailed CSK’s chase.
- Yash Dayal & Livingstone’s Contributions: Their disciplined bowling ensured CSK never recovered.
Mahirat, but make it Ghibli. ❤️? pic.twitter.com/9EwliudeN9
— Royal Challengers Bengaluru (@RCBTweets) March 28, 2025
Conclusion
RCB’s emphatic victory against CSK in IPL 2025 has reshaped their rivalry and showcased their potential as serious title contenders. With Rajat Patidar leading from the front, the Bengaluru-based franchise has not only broken long-standing records but also set new benchmarks. Their dominance at Chepauk—a venue where they previously struggled—signals a new era for RCB under Patidar’s leadership.
As the IPL season progresses, all eyes will be on RCB to see if they can maintain their momentum and push for their maiden IPL trophy. This win is a statement of intent, proving that RCB is ready to challenge the best and create more historic moments in the tournament.
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