MS Dhoni LBW DRS out CSK Vs KKR IPL 2025:
Was Mahendra Singh Dhoni truly out LBW against Sunil Narine's delivery? Upon the immediate LBW call, Captain Dhoni opted for DRS (Decision Review System). Despite the review, the third umpire upheld the decision. A spike appeared on live broadcast from Dhoni’s bat, stirring a range of reactions from fans on social media and experts offering varied opinions.
The intense clash of IPL 2025, match 25, pitched Chennai Super Kings (CSK) against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on April 11 at MA Chidambaram Stadium. Chennai succumbed to an 8-wicket defeat with 58 balls to spare, marking their fifth consecutive loss in the tournament and dropping to ninth in the points table. Stepping in for injured Ruturaj Gaikwad, Dhoni helmed Chennai as captain and player, drawing significant attention.
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Amid a challenging 7-wicket fall, Dhoni, affectionately known as 'Thala', took to the field amidst a roaring 120 DB crowd. Hopes were high for a partnership with Shivam Dube to stabilize the innings. Unfortunately, those hopes were short-lived.
In the 16th over against KKR, Dhoni received an LBW call from Sunil Narine’s bowling. Opting for a review, Dhoni believed it was an inside edge. The UltraEdge technology indicated a slight bat spike, but after extensive deliberation, the third umpire’s decision stood that the ball hadn’t hit the bat before impacting the pad. The ball-tracker endorsed the LBW call, shocking fans at Chepauk and stirring debates on social media. Star Sports panelist Piyush Chawla had a contrasting view, while many aligned with the umpire’s decision.
This outcome left Chennai fans in disbelief. Batting at number nine, Dhoni managed only 1 run off four balls, returning dejected.
Unprecedented Setbacks for Chennai
This game turned into a nightmare for Chennai, as it marked their third consecutive loss at Chepauk, a first in IPL history. Consecutively five losses this season landed them at the bottom of the points table. The 103/9 score was their lowest on this home ground and ranks as the third lowest in IPL history.
