The Chennai Super Kings lost to Kolkata Knight Riders by 8 wickets at Chepauk. Kolkata had a target of 104 runs, which they chased down with 59 balls to spare. This is Chennai’s biggest defeat at Chepauk in IPL history. It was also their fifth consecutive loss in IPL 2025. With this defeat, Chennai has slipped to the 9th position on the points table, with only 2 points from 6 matches. On the other hand, KKR has moved up to 3rd place with this win — their third victory in 6 games.

KKR Created History Against CSK

Kolkata Knight Riders won the match with 59 balls to spare. With this, KKR became the first team to defeat Chennai Super Kings with 50 or more balls remaining. They broke the previous record held by the Mumbai Indians. In 2020, Mumbai Indians had beaten Chennai in 12.2 overs, with 46 balls to spare.

CSK’s Biggest Defeats (By Balls Remaining)

  • Against KKR – 59 balls (2025)
  • Against Mumbai Indians – 46 balls (2020)
  • Against Punjab Kings – 42 balls (2021)
  • Against Delhi Daredevils – 40 balls (2012)
  • Against Mumbai Indians – 37 balls (2008)

Sunil Narine’s All-round Show Gave KKR a Big Win

  • Kolkata’s victory came thanks to a brilliant all-round performance by Sunil Narine.
  • With the bat, he scored 48 runs in just 18 balls, hitting 2 fours and 5 sixes.
  • With the ball, Narine took 3 wickets for just 13 runs in 4 overs.

He was named Player of the Match for his outstanding performance.