In a pivotal encounter of the IPL 2025 season, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) secured a five-wicket victory over Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at the MA Chidambaram Stadium.

This win marked SRH's first-ever triumph against CSK in Chennai, significantly impacting the playoff aspirations of the home side.

Opting to bat first, CSK faced early setbacks, losing key wickets within the powerplay. Debutant Dewald Brevis showcased his potential with a brisk 42 off 25 balls, while Ayush Mhatre contributed a quick 30. However, consistent breakthroughs by SRH bowlers, notably Harshal Patel who claimed four wickets, restricted CSK to a total of 154 in 19.5 overs.

Chasing 155, SRH encountered initial resistance but stabilized their innings through a crucial 49-run partnership between Kamindu Mendis and Nitish Kumar Reddy. Their composed approach ensured SRH reached the target with 8 balls to spare, finishing at 155/5 in 18.4 overs.

CSK vs SRH: What was the Turning Point of the Match?

The defining moment of the match occurred in the 13th over of CSK's innings. Dewald Brevis, who had been aggressively steering the innings with a series of boundaries and sixes, attempted another big hit off Harshal Patel's delivery.

Positioned at long-off, Kamindu Mendis sprinted across and executed a full-length dive to his left, securing a sensational catch that dismissed the well-set Brevis for 42. This catch, lauded as one of the finest in IPL 2025, dramatically shifted the momentum in SRH's favor.

Following Brevis' dismissal, CSK's batting lineup faltered, losing wickets at regular intervals and failing to capitalize on the platform set earlier. The team managed to add only 40 more runs, culminating in a total of 154. Mendis' fielding brilliance not only curtailed CSK's scoring but also invigorated SRH's performance, ultimately guiding them to a historic victory at Chepauk.