Brevis’ Fiery 57 and Mhatre’s Powerplay Blitz led to a stunning victory over the Titans in Ahmedabad. Discover the match highlights and key moments.
Introduction:
The 67th match of IPL 2025 at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, saw Chennai Super Kings (CSK) deliver their most complete batting performance of a difficult season, posting a mammoth 230/5 before dismantling Gujarat Titans (GT) for a resounding win. While the match had no bearing on the playoff race—CSK were already eliminated and GT had all but secured a top-two finish—the contest delivered fireworks, individual brilliance, and a glimpse of CSK’s future stars.
CSK’s Batting: Mhatre’s Carnage and Brevis’ Brilliance
Winning the toss and opting to bat first, CSK signaled their intent from the outset. Seventeen-year-old Ayush Mhatre set the tone with a blistering cameo, smashing 34 off just 17 balls. His assault on Arshad Khan in the second over, which yielded 28 runs including three sixes and two fours, stunned the Titans and gave CSK early momentum.
Devon Conway anchored the innings with a composed 52, rotating strike and punishing loose deliveries. Urvil Patel (37 off 21) and Shivam Dube (17 off 11) maintained the tempo, but it was Dewald Brevis who truly lit up the afternoon. The young South African, often compared to AB de Villiers for his audacious strokeplay, hammered 57 off just 23 balls, including four boundaries and five towering sixes. His late-innings fireworks, highlighted by a thunderous pull shot off Prasidh Krishna that even drew applause from MS Dhoni in the dugout, propelled CSK to a daunting 230/5. See also: Klaasen’s 37-Ball Century Powers to Record Win
Ravindra Jadeja’s unbeaten 21 provided the finishing touches, while Prasidh Krishna was the lone bright spot for GT’s bowlers, finishing with an economical 2/22 amid the carnage.
GT’s Chase: Early Collapse and No Way Back
Facing a daunting target of 231, Gujarat Titans needed a flying start but instead lost their way almost immediately. CSK’s bowlers struck early and often: Anshul Kamboj removed the dangerous Sherfane Rutherford for a duck, while the usually reliable top three failed to fire. By the end of the powerplay, GT were already three wickets down and well behind the rate.
Sai Sudharsan’s brief resistance (21), along with cameos from Arshad Khan (20 off 14, including back-to-back sixes off Pathirana) and Rahul Tewatia (14), did little to alter the inevitable. Dewald Brevis’ fielding and CSK’s sharp catching ensured GT never regained momentum. Noor Ahmad’s late hitting was not enough as the Titans were bowled out for 142 in the 18th over. See also: Sameer Rizvi’s Blazing 58 Powers DC to Thrilling Win
Kamboj was the pick of the bowlers, finishing with 3/13, while Noor Ahmad also claimed three wickets, including a crucial strike to end Arshad Khan’s cameo.
Moments That Defined the Match
Mhatre’s Powerplay Assault: The 17-year-old’s 28-run over off Arshad Khan was the most expensive of the match and set the tone for CSK’s dominance.
Brevis’ Late Onslaught: Brevis’ 57 off 23 not only entertained but ensured CSK crossed the psychological barrier of 230, putting the game out of GT’s reach.
GT’s Top-Order Collapse: Losing three wickets inside the first six overs left GT with too much to do, and CSK’s bowlers never let them recover.
Dhoni’s Applause: In a rare moment, MS Dhoni was seen applauding Brevis’ six from the dugout, a gesture that captured the spirit and camaraderie of the franchise even in a tough season.
What the Result Means
For CSK, the win was bittersweet. It was their most dominant performance of the season, but it came too late to alter their fate—they finished bottom of the table for the first time in IPL history. Still, the emergence of young talents like Mhatre and Brevis, and the leadership of stalwarts like Jadeja and Dhoni, offer hope for the future.
For GT, the defeat is a wake-up call ahead of the playoffs. Their top order’s failure and inability to contain CSK’s hitters exposed vulnerabilities that could be exploited in the knockout stages, especially with Jos Buttler set to leave for international duty.
Voices from the Game
Dewald Brevis, reflecting on his innings, said, “The wicket was good, and we knew if we stuck to the basics, we could post a big score. I’m just happy to contribute and grateful for the support from the team and the fans.†MS Dhoni’s rare public display of appreciation for Brevis’ six was a talking point, symbolizing a passing of the torch to the next generation.
Looking Ahead
As the league stage wraps up, CSK will look to rebuild around their young core, while GT must address their batting frailties before the playoffs. The Narendra Modi Stadium witnessed a match that, while inconsequential for the points table, was rich in entertainment and full of IPL’s trademark drama.
