It was a batting paradise at the Brabourne Stadium, where a massive 422 runs were scored in the duel between CSK and LSG. In a thrilling conclusion, the debutants LSG managed to chase 211, sealing the game with three balls to spare and six wickets left. This victory marked a historic first win for the franchise in the IPL.
Opting to bat first, CSK's start was rocky after Ravi Bishnoi executed a direct hit to dismiss Ruturaj Gaikwad. However, the innings recovered thanks to the impressive batting of Moeen Ali and Robin Uthappa. Uthappa played some powerful shots to reach 50 before Bishnoi eventually got him out LBW.
The momentum swung again when Avesh Khan removed Ali for 35. Shivam Dube then took charge, playing a fearless knock of 49 runs. With Ravindra Jadeja and MS Dhoni adding a few quick runs at the end, CSK managed to post a formidable 210/7.
LSG's chase got off to a flying start with captain KL Rahul (40) and Quinton de Kock (61) at the crease. Both openers benefited from dropped catches by CSK, turning those mistakes into a dominant 91-run opening stand. The tide began to turn for Chennai when Dwaine Pretorius stepped up and dismissed both openers.
The spotlight then shifted to Evin Lewis, whose aggressive batting kept the CSK bowlers under constant pressure. During the match, Dwayne Bravo made history by becoming the IPL's all-time leading wicket-taker after dismissing Deepak Hooda for 13. The game was effectively decided in the 19th over, where Shivam Dube leaked 25 runs. Ayush Badoni closed out the game with a quick 19 off 9 balls, while Lewis's commanding 55 ensured LSG crossed the finish line.