Kolkata Knight Riders and Chennai Super Kings met for the 35th time on May 7, 2025, at Eden Gardens. CSK won by 2 wickets in a nail-biting thriller.
Dewald Brevis changed the game with a sensational 30-run over off Vaibhav Arora (6,4,4,6,6,4). MS Dhoni sealed the victory with a trademark six in the final over. CSK chased 180 with just 2 balls remaining.
This Kolkata Knight Riders vs Chennai Super Kings timeline captures IPL’s greatest rivalry. Across 34 previous matches, CSK won 21 and KKR won 13. Their clashes have produced unforgettable finals, Super Overs, and last-ball finishes that define IPL drama.
Latest Match Scorecard: May 7, 2025
| Team | Runs/Wickets | Overs | Result |
| KKR | 179/6 | 20.0 | Lost by 2 wickets |
| CSK | 183/8 | 19.4 | Won (2 balls left) |
- Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata
- Toss: KKR won, elected to bat first
- Player of the Match: Noor Ahmad (4/31)
- Key Moment: Brevis’s 30-run over (11th over)
KKR Innings: Rahane Anchors 179/6
Ajinkya Rahane top-scored with 48 off 35 balls. Sunil Narine (23 off 16) and Andre Russell (38 off 22) provided explosive starts.
Manish Pandey remained unbeaten on 36 off 24 balls. His death overs hitting took KKR past 170 on a spin-friendly Kolkata pitch.
Noor Ahmad was CSK’s best bowler with 4/31 in 4 overs. He dismissed Narine, Raghuvanshi, Russell, and Rinku Singh – all crucial wickets.
KKR Batting Scorecard
| Batsman | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | SR |
| Sunil Narine | 23 | 16 | 5 | 0 | 143.75 |
| Angkrish Raghuvanshi | 11 | 9 | 1 | 1 | 122.22 |
| Ajinkya Rahane | 48 | 35 | 4 | 2 | 137.14 |
| Andre Russell | 38 | 22 | 2 | 3 | 172.72 |
| Rinku Singh | 18 | 17 | 1 | 1 | 105.88 |
| Manish Pandey | 36* | 24 | 2 | 2 | 150.00 |
| Venkatesh Iyer | 0* | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
CSK Chase: Brevis Turns the Game
CSK started disastrously, losing 5 wickets for 60 runs. Both openers fell for ducks.
Then Urvil Patel (31 off 11) attacked furiously. He hit 2 fours and 3 sixes before falling to Harshit Rana.
R Ashwin (7) and Ravindra Jadeja (2) couldn’t survive. CSK were 60/5 after 5.2 overs – a complete collapse.
The Match-Changing Over
Dewald Brevis faced Vaibhav Arora in the 11th over with CSK at 93/5. What followed was carnage:
- Ball 1: SIX over long-on
- Ball 2: FOUR through covers
- Ball 3: FOUR backward point
- Ball 4: SIX straight down the ground
- Ball 5: SIX over mid-wicket
- Ball 6: FOUR through extra cover
30 runs in one over! CSK’s win probability jumped from 22% to 78% in six balls.
Brevis reached his fifty in just 22 balls – the fastest IPL fifty of 2025. He scored 52 off 26 balls with 4 fours and 4 sixes before Varun Chakravarthy dismissed him.
Dhoni-Dube Finish the Job
Shivam Dube joined after Brevis fell. He scored 45 off 40 balls, rebuilding CSK’s chase intelligently.
MS Dhoni walked in with CSK needing 53 from 47 balls. The master finisher rotated strike perfectly, letting Dube attack.
CSK needed 8 runs from the final over. Andre Russell bowled. First ball – Dhoni launched a SIX over mid-wicket!
Anshul Kamboj hit the winning runs with 2 balls remaining. CSK won by 2 wickets.
CSK Batting Scorecard
| Batsman | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | SR |
| Ruturaj Gaikwad | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Rachin Ravindra | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Urvil Patel | 31 | 11 | 2 | 3 | 281.81 |
| R Ashwin | 7 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 100.00 |
| Ravindra Jadeja | 2 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 20.00 |
| Dewald Brevis | 52 | 26 | 4 | 4 | 200.00 |
| Shivam Dube | 45 | 40 | 1 | 3 | 112.50 |
| MS Dhoni (wk) | 21* | 17 | 0 | 1 | 123.52 |
| Noor Ahmad | 7 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 140.00 |
- Key Partnership: Brevis-Dube 67 runs (32 balls)
Head-to-Head: Complete Stats
- Total Matches: 35
- CSK Wins: 22
- KKR Wins: 13
- CSK Win %: 62.85%
- At Eden Gardens: KKR 8 wins, CSK 6 wins
- At Chepauk: CSK 9 wins, KKR 2 wins
- In Finals: CSK 2 wins, KKR 0 wins
IPL Finals History
2012 Final (Chennai): CSK won by 5 wickets
Chasing 191, CSK reached 192/5 in 19.5 overs. Suresh Raina scored 32 off 24 balls.
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2021 Final (Dubai): CSK won by 27 runs
CSK posted 192/3. Faf du Plessis scored 86 off 59 balls. KKR managed only 165/9.
Memorable Matches Through IPL History
2008: KKR’s First Win vs CSK
KKR won by 9 wickets at Eden Gardens. Brendon McCullum smashed an unbeaten 78 off 54 balls.
2010: Qualifier 1 Thriller
CSK beat KKR by 38 runs at Mumbai. Dhoni’s 42 off 32 balls sealed CSK’s spot in the final.
2012: Final at Home
CSK won their third title, beating KKR by 5 wickets at Chepauk. Mike Hussey’s 54 guided the chase.
2018: Karn Sharma’s Last-Ball Six
KKR won by 6 wickets at Eden Gardens. Karn Sharma hit a six off the last ball to seal victory.
2019: Super Over Drama
CSK tied with KKR at 108/6 (rain-reduced match). CSK won the Super Over 5-3.
2021: IPL Final Glory
CSK won their 4th title, dominating KKR in Dubai. Ruturaj Gaikwad (32) and Faf (86) starred.
2023: Rinku’s Heroics
KKR won by 6 wickets. Rinku Singh scored 54* off 43 balls, chasing 145 at Eden Gardens.
2025 Match 25: KKR’s Dominance
KKR crushed CSK by 8 wickets at Chepauk. They chased 104 in just 10.1 overs. Sunil Narine scored 44 off 18 balls.
CSK collapsed to 103/9 – their third-lowest total ever. This was CSK’s fifth consecutive loss.
2025 Match 57: CSK’s Revenge
The thriller detailed above where Brevis and Dhoni led CSK’s comeback victory.
Key Player Stats
MS Dhoni vs KKR:
- 825 runs at average 38.23
- 12 half-centuries
- Strike rate: 135.20
- Most wins as captain (18)
Suresh Raina vs KKR:
- 748 runs at average 40.43
- Strike rate: 139.88
- 5 fifties including 87* in 2012 Final
Sunil Narine vs CSK:
- 38 wickets at economy 6.82
- Career-best 4/20 in 2014
- 412 runs at strike rate 182.30
Andre Russell vs CSK:
- 476 runs at strike rate 171.22
- 23 wickets at economy 8.91
- Multiple match-winning performances
FAQs
Who has won more matches between KKR and CSK?
CSK leads 22-13 in 35 matches. They have a 62.85% win rate against KKR. CSK also won both IPL finals (2012, 2021) against KKR.
What is the highest score in KKR vs CSK matches?
CSK’s 246/5 in 2008 at Chepauk is the highest. Matthew Hayden scored 81 off 46 balls. KKR’s highest is 222/3 in 2021 at Chennai.
Who scored 30 runs in one over in KKR vs CSK?
Dewald Brevis hit 30 runs (6,4,4,6,6,4) off Vaibhav Arora’s 11th over on May 7, 2025. This changed CSK’s win probability from 22% to 78% instantly.
How many IPL finals have KKR and CSK played?
They’ve played 2 IPL finals. CSK won the 2012 final by 5 wickets at Chennai and the 2021 final by 27 runs in Dubai.
Who is the highest run-scorer in KKR vs CSK matches?
MS Dhoni leads with 825 runs in 33 matches at average 38.23. Suresh Raina scored 748 runs before retirement.
Why This Rivalry Matters
Most Finals: These teams have met in 2 IPL finals – more than any other rivalry.
Contrasting Styles: CSK’s experience vs KKR’s youth creates tactical battles.
Captain Cool vs Mystery Spin: Dhoni’s finishing against Narine and Varun produces electric moments.
Home Dominance: Both teams protect their fortresses fiercely. CSK dominates Chepauk 9-2, while KKR leads Eden Gardens 8-6.
Title Implications: Matches often decide playoff spots or championship races.
Fan Base: Two of IPL’s most passionate fan bases create incredible atmospheres.
Wrapping Up
The Kolkata Knight Riders vs Chennai Super Kings timeline represents IPL’s most decorated rivalry. Two franchises with 6 IPL titles combined (CSK-4, KKR-2) have produced cricket’s most memorable T20 moments.
From 2012’s first final to 2025’s Brevis special, every match writes new chapters in IPL folklore. Their battles continue defining what makes IPL the world’s premier T20 league.
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