IPL 2025: 3 reasons why CSK lost to RCB

The five-time IPL winners Chennai Super Kings have suffered a crushing defeat in the eighth game of the Indian Premier League 2025 against RCB. Ruturaj Gaikwad and his men had a great start in the cash-rich league as they registered a big win over Mumbai Indians in the first clash.

However, the side failed to maintain the dominating run in their own backyard. RCB posted a massive total of 196/7 in the allotted 20 overs of the game. However, the hosts could only manage to get 148/8 and lost the game by 50 runs. In the same vein, given below are the reasons that speak to why Ruturaj Gaikwad and his men suffered defeat.

CSK’s inconsistent batting unit

The five-time IPL champions seem to have inconsistency in their batting unit. CSK won the toss and opted to bowl first. During the chase, their top-order batting unit faltered and reduced them to 30/3 in the powerplay itself. They need to stabilize their batting unit. Apart from the top order, the middle order also faltered, with New Zealand cricketer Rachin Ravindra only handling the strike.

Full dominance of RCB’s bowling attack

RCB showcased a stellar performance, with Aussie sensation Josh Hazlewood delivering an exceptional performance. The right-arm seamer picked up three crucial wickets for 21 runs that have faltered their batting unit in this game. In addition, Bhuvneshwar Kumar also picked up the crucial wicket of Deepak Hooda. This inconsistency has showcased that RCB was fully dominant in the game. In addition, this bowling display has not restricted the CSK batting unit but has put immense pressure on them.

CSK’s inability to handle spin at Chepauk

The CSK batting unit faltered against RCB’s spin attack. Despite the five-time IPL champions having the world’s best spinners in their franchise, they struggled to pile up runs at Chepauk. Krunal Pandya’s dominance was blistering against their batting order, and they failed to overcome him.

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