Saturday, March 29, 2025
Bengaluru, May 3, 2025 – In a dramatic clash between Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK), RCB emerged victorious by just 2 runs in a high-pressure IPL 2025 game. After the match, CSK legend MS Dhoni openly accepted responsibility for the defeat, calling it a missed opportunity in the final overs.
MS Dhoni said “I take the blame for this loss – I have to play couple of big shots earlier” pic.twitter.com/lmU892NSNN
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) May 3, 2025
Batting second, CSK needed 15 runs in the last over. Dhoni, known for his finishing skills, could not deliver this time. He scored 12 runs off 8 balls but failed to land a big hit when it mattered most. RCB had earlier posted a massive 213/5 in 20 overs, thanks to consistent middle-order performances. CSK responded with 211/5, falling just short.
After the match, Dhoni said, “When I went in to bat, I should’ve tried different shots to relieve pressure. I take full responsibility for the result. We need to practice yorkers more. When a batter settles in, bowling yorkers becomes crucial.”
He emphasized that yorkers remain one of the hardest deliveries to hit cleanly. “If someone like Pathirana isn’t nailing yorkers, his pace gives him the option of bowling bouncers. But even a slight error in line or length offers the batter an opening.”
This statement drew attention as it’s rare for Dhoni to single himself out. His honest reflection shows the mental and tactical depth he still brings to the game, even in its final overs.
Despite the loss, CSK remains in the playoff hunt. With experienced players like Dhoni guiding the team, fans remain hopeful for a strong comeback.
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