Legendary Chennai Super Kings captain MS Dhoni spoke on his retirement plans after CSK's thrilling two-wicket victory over the Kolkata Knight Riders at Eden Gardens in IPL 2025. This was only CSK's third win of the season - one of their historically worst campaigns - and gave their fans one last moment of joy and perhaps hope for one more season with Dhoni on the pitch.

While they are standing at the bottom of the points table, this game still meant something, as 43-year-old Dhoni was at his calm best, scoring 17 runs not out off 18 balls, finishing the team’s chase of 180 - CSK's best chase since 2019. After the match, Dhoni addressed the mounting speculation surrounding his future in cricket; although he did not confirm his retirement plans, he said that returning in 2026 is still a possibility.

"That's the love and affection I have gotten throughout. I'm 43 and play only two months a year. After this IPL, I need to work 6–8 months to see if my body is able to cope again. Nothing to decide right now, but the support I get everywhere is just amazing," Dhoni said at the post-match presentation.

Thala speaks. 🗣️ 🦁
We whistle. 🫡🥳#KKRvCSK #WhistlePodu 🦁💛 pic.twitter.com/2FQqeyjFL3

— Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) May 7, 2025

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"We Want Answers for the Next Year": Dhoni on CSK's Direction

CSK were bolstered by a team effort in Kolkata, with Noor Ahmad's four-wicket haul limiting KKR to 179, while Dewald Brevis (52 off 25), Shivam Dube (45), and Dhoni's calming influence made for a successful chase. The win didn't change the fact that Chennai are no longer in contention for the playoffs but dented KKR's title defense and restored pride back to the Yellow Army.

When looking back at the season, Dhoni felt the team needed to make some assessments strategically. "There were quite a few things that did not go our way. We need to be practical. We need to assess the players for next season - who is going where, who is able to cope with pressure, and who is aware of the game?" he said. It seemed clear from Dhoni's comments that a rebuilding approach was around for CSK. It was not about technique with Dhoni but mentality and the ability to adapt.

CSK fans are now left to ponder what is next, especially with Dhoni still remaining an active player and a chance that they could witness a goodbye at Chepauk in the home game coming up. However, with Dhoni's words, there is a glimmer of hope that the end to one of the game’s most loved careers is not set in stone just yet.

The 57th match of IPL 2025 between Kolkata Knight Riders and Chennai Super Kings was played at Eden Gardens ground in Kolkata. In this match, Chennai Super Kings defeated Kolkata Knight Riders by two wickets and got their third win this season. On the other hand, Kolkata Knight Riders team has suffered their sixth defeat this season. Kolkata team had set a target of 180 runs in front of Chennai. In response, Chennai Super Kings achieved the target at the loss of eight wickets.

Talking about this match, Kolkata team batted first and scored 179 runs in the stipulated 20 overs. For the Kolkata team, captain Ajinkya Rahane played an innings of 48 runs in 33 balls with the help of four fours and two sixes. Sunil Narine scored 26 runs in 17 balls, Manish Pandey scored 36 runs in 28 balls and Russell scored 38 runs in 21 balls. For Chennai Super Kings, Noor Ahmed took four wickets for 31 runs in four overs in this match. Apart from this, Ravindra Jadeja and Anshul Kamboj also took one wicket each.

Brevis scored a half-century in the run chase, and finally Chennai won

 Chasing the target of 180 runs, Chennai Super Kings had a very bad start and both the team's openers Ayush Mhatre and Devin Conway returned to the pavilion without opening the account. After this, Urvil Patel played a quick innings of 31 runs in 11 balls which included four sixes. Ravichandran Ashwin was sent to bat at number four in this match but he could score only eight runs in 7 balls. Ravindra Jadeja could also score only 19 runs in 10 balls.

Chennai's team had lost five wickets for just 60 runs at one point, but after that there was a brilliant partnership of 67 runs between Shivam Dubey and Brevis. Brevis played a brilliant innings of 52 runs in this match with the help of four fours and four sixes in just 25 balls. Apart from this, Shivam Dubey scored 45 runs in 40 balls and then Mahendra Singh Dhoni scored 17 runs in 18 balls to give the team victory. From the Kolkata Knight Riders team, Vaibhav Arora took three wickets by giving 48 runs in three overs. Apart from this, Harshit Rana and Varun Chakraborty also got two wickets each.

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Twitter reactions after CSK wins 57th match of IPL 2025

I didn't fully like it.

But screw it. I'll happily take it 😍💯🔥

WE'VE WON A GAME CHASING 180 & THALA UNBEATEN TILL THE END 😎#KKRvsCSK #IPL2025 #WhistlePodu

pic.twitter.com/IBM0vM0twG

— Shreyas Srinivasan (@ShreyasS_) May 7, 2025

Trophy is back to #CSK #CSKvKKR #IPLFinal pic.twitter.com/oRuJeMAZDe

— Comedy Tonic Telugu (@ComedyTonic) October 15, 2021

Nacho .. unbelievable win by KKR 😍 #KKRvsKXIP pic.twitter.com/3wAniMQD1n

— Funnily Serious (@notionalvieww) October 10, 2020

FINALLY 🥳

CSK won the match 👏🏻
Onna polam moment 😂 #KKRvsCSK #KKRvCSK #CSKvKKR pic.twitter.com/vdDZhdFONI

— தங்கராசு வேலு (@offlThangaraj) May 7, 2025

The first pic is KKR saying “anyone wants to see the face before we bury them?”

Second picture is CSK rising from the Dead like The Undertaker to cook KKR lol pic.twitter.com/lxD1LzPPWO

— Eternal Red (@eternal_moi) May 7, 2025

CSK to KKR : கண்ணா நான் கீழ Safe-a இருக்கேன், நீ Safe-ah?? pic.twitter.com/WU1uVUtJRe

— Ethir Katchi (@sudhanks) May 7, 2025

Csk won the match
மகிழ்ச்சி 💛💛💛,#MSDhoni #KKRvCSK pic.twitter.com/miucBN3Un9

— ƙ♬ƦƬϦɨƙ 💙❤️🖤 (@E_quality_5ter) May 7, 2025

"Hum toh dub gaye sanam, tumhe bhi sath le ke dubenge" - CSK did the same thing with KKR tonight! 🤣

— 𝐒 𝐰 𝐚 𝐫 𝐚 ⎋ (@SwaraMSDian) May 7, 2025

Yellove victory! 🦁 #CSK roars back to stun KKR in a thrilling #KKRvsCSK clash! 💛 #WhistlePodu pic.twitter.com/AxkF9dP1cI

— ︎ ︎7` (@BeRural) May 7, 2025

CSK WINNING 😭😭 LOSING STREAK BROKE 😭💛💛 YOUNGSTER SHINING 💛🫶🏻😭😭😭🫶🏻🫶🏻 BUT STILL PEE MIDDLE ORDER WE MOVE 😭😭😭🫶🏻😭😭😭💛 THALA DOING IT ALL AGAIN 💛💛💛😭😭 pic.twitter.com/qFlS1JVpOd

— swathayyy (@adenngappa) April 14, 2025

In a nail-biting game at Eden Gardens, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) defeated Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) by two wickets in Match 57 of IPL 2025. In pursuit of a total of 180, CSK scored 183/8 in 19.4 overs, with MS Dhoni getting the match to end on a six and a single off the last over.

KKR batted out a strong total of 179/6, due to Ajinkya Rahane's 48 from 33 balls and Andre Russell's explosive 38 off 21. CSK, in reply, saw their innings stabilized by Dewald Brevis, whose 52 came in just 25 balls, and Shivam Dube's patient 45 off 40. Losing wickets at even intervals, CSK still edged the win with one over left.

This victory is CSK's third of the season, as KKR sees their playoff ambitions suffer a significant setback with this defeat.

Latest IPL 2025 Points Table:

As of May 07, 2025, following the match between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), the updated IPL 2025 points table is as follows:

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Orange & Purple Cap in IPL 2025

Orange Cap (Most Runs):

• SuryaKumar Yadav - 510 Runs
• B Sai Sudharsan - 509 Runs
• Shubman Gill - 508 Runs

Purple Cap (Most Wickets):

• Prasidh Krishna - 20 Wickets
• Josh Hazlewood - 18 wickets
• Trent Boult - 18 wickets

When Chennai Super Kings (CSK) went on to take the field to face Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) during Match 57 of the season for IPL 2025, two notable omissions from the playing XI had not gone unnoticed among fans — England all-rounder Sam Curran and young Indian batsman Shaik Rasheed. In a season that has been lacking in terms of momentum for CSK, team management now openly experimented with combinations as they geared up to look towards the future.

In the pre-match briefing, an older CSK player spoke about the emotional value of the ground and how much cricket he used to play there as a child. He made a point that at this stage of the season, the mindset had changed to planning for the next year — figuring out what hasn't worked and where things need to improve in batting and bowling. With playoff chances all but eliminated, this change of strategy is not unexpected.

The CSK think tank is using these remaining fixtures to test bench strength and identify the core squad moving forward. "We’re giving chances to players to figure out our best XI or XII," the player added. It’s a practical move to bring fresh talent into the mix while also analyzing how they fare against quality opposition like KKR.

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Why Curran and Rasheed Miss Out

The reason for firing Shaik Rasheed is due to his disappointing performances over the course of the season. Though he began with promise, Rasheed has failed to convert starts and deliver under pressure. Conversely, replacement Urvil Patel has been in red-hot touch over the past domestic matches and has earned his selection on merit.

As for Sam Curran, the selection looks more tactical than on form. The Eden Gardens pitch is likely to provide turn, and Devon Conway, with his reputation for being a cool customer and having a strong hand against spin, has been selected as a better option for these conditions.

In a high-octane IPL 2025 clash between Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at the iconic Eden Gardens on Wednesday, May 7, fans were surprised to see Venkatesh Iyer missing from KKR’s playing XI. Instead, the experienced Manish Pandey was drafted into the side, bringing a touch of composure to the top order.

KKR captain Ajinkya Rahane won the toss and chose to bat first, citing the dry but good-looking wicket. "We will look to bat first. Looks a very good wicket. We have seen here the wickets are on the drier side. But this looks a good wicket. In the last two games, we batted first and did really well. We will look to put a good total on the board and defend it," Rahane said at the toss.

The team management made a notable change by replacing Venkatesh Iyer, who has been a key part of KKR’s middle order in recent seasons. While no official statement was provided at the toss regarding Iyer’s absence, sources suggest he has been rested due to a minor niggle and is being preserved for the business end of the tournament. In his place, Manish Pandey, known for his calm demeanor and vast experience, was slotted in. Pandey’s inclusion adds stability and a wealth of experience, especially useful against a seasoned CSK attack.

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Conway Back, Urvil Debuts as Dhoni Feels at Home in Eden Gardens

On the other hand, CSK made a couple of changes as well. Devon Conway returned to the side, adding solidity at the top, while Urvil Patel made his debut for the franchise. Captain MS Dhoni, speaking at the toss, reminisced about his long history with Eden Gardens. “I have played a lot of cricket over here growing up U-16, U-19, club cricket. It’s like a home ground for me,” Dhoni said.

With match number 57 promising fireworks, fans will be keenly watching how the reshuffled lineups perform under pressure.

KKR Playing XI: Gurbaz (wk), Narine, Pandey, Rahane (c), Rinku, Raghuvanshi, Russell, Ramandeep, Moeen, Vaibhav Arora, Varun Chakaravarthy

CSK Playing XI: Mhatre, Urvil Patel, Conway, Jadeja, Brevis, Ashwin, Dhoni (c & wk), Kamboj, Khaleel, Noor Ahmad, Pathirana

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 is returning with exciting cricket action, which is all set to begin on April 22, 2025. This season holds the promise of exciting matches, fierce rivalries, and memorable performances by the best cricketers in the world. Fans globally are eagerly waiting to watch and support their favorite teams. From watching television to streaming online, here is a complete guide to IPL 2025 

Match Details:

• Fixture: KKR vs CSK
• Date: 7 May 2025
• Venue: Kolkata
• Time: 7:30 PM IST

KKR vs CSK Live Streaming  TV Broadcast by Country

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Kolkata Knight Riders vs Chennai Super Kings Predicted Playing XI

Chennai Super Kings Playing XI 

Ayush Mhatre, Shaik Rasheed, Sam Curran, Ravindra Jadeja, Dewald Brevis, MS Dhoni, Deepak Hooda, Khaleel Ahmed, Noor Ahmed, Anshul Kamboj, Matheesha Pathirana 

Impact Player: Shivam Dube

Kolkata Knight Riders Playing XI

Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Sunil Narine, Ajinkya Rahane, Ankgrish Raghuvanshi, Venkatesh Iyer, Rinku Singh, Andre Russell, Ramandeep Singh, Moeen Ali, Harshit Rana, Varun Chakravarthy

Impact Player: Vaibhav Arora

The Knight Riders are taking one game at a time, knowing that they need to win in it all here to keep themselves alive. They target 17 points with questions over their middle order. Andre Russell, though, finds form again, which is a good spot for them.

KKR vs CSK Match Details

Date: May 7th, 2025

Time:  7:30 PM IST

Venue: Kolkata

KKR vs CSK Weather Report

Clear weather and a nice evening are expected for the game.

Kolkata Knight Riders vs Chennai Super Kings Pitch Report

Average Score Batting First in the five games: 209

Average Score Batting Second in the five games: 179

Wins Batting First in the last five games: 4

Wins Batting Second in the last five games: 0

Batting second continues to be a better way to go at Kolkata.

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Kolkata Knight Riders vs Chennai Super Kings Head-to-Head

Kolkata Knight Riders vs Chennai Super Kings Predicted Playing XI

Chennai Super Kings Playing XI 

Ayush Mhatre, Shaik Rasheed, Sam Curran, Ravindra Jadeja, Dewald Brevis, MS Dhoni, Deepak Hooda, Khaleel Ahmed, Noor Ahmed, Anshul Kamboj, Matheesha Pathirana 

Impact Player: Shivam Dube

Kolkata Knight Riders Playing XI

Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Sunil Narine, Ajinkya Rahane, Ankgrish Raghuvanshi, Venkatesh Iyer, Rinku Singh, Andre Russell, Ramandeep Singh, Moeen Ali, Harshit Rana, Varun Chakravarthy

Impact Player: Vaibhav Arora

Kolkata Knight Riders vs Chennai Super Kings: Players to Watch

Andre Russell

Dre Russ is back. He was at his explosive best. Can he do the same against a bowling attack that does not have as much bite as some of the others?

Ravindra Jadeja

Jadeja finally seems to be getting the job done as a batter. He fell short again but his batting has looked good with a lot of intent shown in the last two games. 

Kolkata Knight Riders vs Chennai Super Kings Match Tips

Kolkata may start favourites with their recent momentum.

Match Prediction: Kolkata Knight Riders Will Win the Match

KKR vs CSK Match Preview

In their most recent home match, the Kolkata Knight Riders defeated the Rajasthan Royals by a single run. The home team can learn a lot from that match in terms of bowling performance. Chennai Super Kings are struggling to get any closer to a win. This provides an excellent opportunity for KKR to add two more points to their total and move ahead in the points table. MS Dhoni would be satisfied with his team's recent performance compared to RCB. It was a much stronger batting performance, and CSK came very close to victory. The way MSD and Jadeja went about things in the 19th over, it appeared that CSK would end up on the winning side.

KKR vs CSK Match Details 

Kolkata Knight Riders vs Chennai Super Kings – 57th Match, IPL 2025

Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata

Date & Time: 07th May 2025 at 07:30 PM IST

Live Streaming: Disney+Hotstar

KKR vs CSK Venue Stats

KKR vs CSK Pitch Report

The Eden Gardens pitch in Kolkata is well-known for being a wicket that is conducive to batting. The new ball should be offered with good bounce and carry. The spinners might benefit from the dryness.

KKR vs CSK Weather Report

The temperature will be extremely hot and humid. With some showers expected in Kolkata, the season opener is in danger of rain.  

KKR vs CSK Last Five Matches

KKR vs CSK Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.

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KKR vs CSK Probable Playing XIs:

Kolkata Knight Riders Probable Playing XIs

Chennai Super Kings Probable Playing XIs

Shaik Rasheed, Ayush Mhatre, Sam Curran, Ravindra Jadeja, Dewald Brevis, Deepak Hooda, MS Dhoni (c & wk), Noor Ahmad, Khaleel Ahmed, Anshul Kamboj, Matheesha Pathirana, Shivam Dube (Impact Player)

Topmost Picks for KKR vs CSK Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Kolkata Knight Riders

• Rinku Singh – He has scored 118 runs in 5 games at Kolkata this season and is averaging more than 50, striking at 177.
• Sunil Narine –  Sunil Narine added depth with seven wickets and an impressive economy rate of 7.33.

Top Picks – Chennai Super Kings

• Ravindra Jadeja – Ravindra Jadeja has demonstrated a different dimension to his batting by scoring 77, 17, 21, and 53 in his last four outings.
• Khaleel Ahmed –  Khaleel Ahmed has been consistent—16 wickets in eight matches at an economy rate of 10.66.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for KKR vs CSK Dream11 Team:

Rahmanullah Gurbaz, MS Dhoni, Angkrish Raghuvanshi, Ajinkya Rahane, Ayush Mhatre(VC), Shivam Dube, Sam Curran, Ravindra Jadeja, Sunil Narine(C), Harshit Rana, Varun Chakaravarthy, Noor Ahmad

Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for KKR vs CSK Dream11 Team:

Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Angkrish Raghuvanshi, Ajinkya Rahane, Ayush Mhatre, Shivam Dube, Sam Curran, Ravindra Jadeja(C), Sunil Narine, Andre Russell(VC), Varun Chakaravarthy, Khaleel Ahmed

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Ravindra Jadeja, Sunil Narine

Vice-captain – Andre Russell, Ayush Mhatre

Wicketkeeper – Rahmanullah Gurbaz

KKR vs CSK Probable Winners:

The two teams appear to be competing closely. CSK has nothing to lose and will play more fearlessly. They can give KKR bowlers a run for their resources in this match, especially on such a batting-friendly wicket. Nonetheless, KKR will have the advantage in their final home game and will begin as favorites in our match prediction. Considering the team combination, Kolkata Knight Riders is expected to win this match.

The Kolkata Knight Riders vs Chennai Super Kings (KKR vs CSK) match has been scheduled for the 57th match of the IPL 2025 at Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Wednesday evening (May 7). It will be their second meeting in the IPL 2025. 

Defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders are in the sixth position in the IPL 2025 points table with 11 points in 11 matches (five wins, five losses, and one no result), and the last-placed Chennai Super Kings have only four points in 11 games (two victories and nine defeats). While CSK have no chance to qualify for the playoffs of this season, this home fixture is a must-win game for KKR to stay in the competition. 

IPL 2025, Match 57: KKR vs CSK - Detailed Match Preview

Match Type: League

Match No: 57

Match: Kolkata Knight Riders vs Chennai Super Kings (KKR vs CSK)

Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata

Match Date (Day): May 7, 2025 (Wednesday)

Official Toss Time: 19:00 local time

Official Match Start Time: 19:30 local time

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IPL 2025, Match 57: KKR vs CSK - Venue Stats

Eden Gardens (Kolkata) will host its seventh match of the IPL 2025. Apart from one no result, this venue experienced four successful defending results after starting this season with Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s comfortable chase of the 175-run target. This season, this venue experienced one four-run victory, and the last game had a one-run win. 

• Five out of the last six completed IPL games at Eden Gardens in Kolkata ended with successful defending results, including the last four matches. 

IPL 2025, Match 57: KKR vs CSK - Head-to-Head

• It will be their second meeting in the IPL 2025. Chennai hosted their first IPL 2025 meeting on April 11, where KKR won by eight wickets after successfully chasing the 104-run target in 10.1 overs. 

• Kolkata Knight Riders last beat Chennai Super Kings at Eden Gardens in Kolkata in 2018. CSK won the last two times against KKR in Kolkata (2019 and 2023).

In the 57th match of the IPL 2025, Kolkata Knight Riders vs Chennai Super Kings (KKR vs CSK) has been scheduled for Wednesday evening (May 7) at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. It will be their second meeting this season, while KKR thrashed the hosts CSK in their first IPL 2025 meeting by eight wickets after successfully chasing the 104-run target in 10.1 overs after losing only two wickets. 

The five-time IPL champions Chennai Super Kings are in the last position in the IPL 2025 points table with only four points in 11 games with two wins and nine losses, including losing the last four fixtures. Meanwhile, the defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders are struggling in the sixth place in the points table with 11 points in 11 games with five wins, five losses, and one no result, including ending last three undefeated (one no result and two victories). 

IPL 2025, Match 57: KKR vs CSK - Playing XIs Status

While it will be an important home encounter for KKR, as it will be a must-win game for them, KKR are unlikely to break their latest winning combination. 

Meanwhile, CSK may go with few changes, especially work with youngsters, as their present goal is to look for the next season. Their batting line-up is the major concern along with their costly fielding mistakes.

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IPL 2025, Match 57: KKR vs CSK Probable Playing XI

Kolkata Knight Riders Predicted Playing XI: Sunil Narine, Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Ajinkya Rahane (Captain), Rinku Singh, Vaibhav Arora/Angkrish Raghuvanshi (Impact Sub), Ramandeep Singh, Venkatesh Iyer, Moeen Ali, Andre Russell, Harshit Rana, Varun Chakravarthy

Chennai Super Kings Predicted Playing XI: Ayush Mhatre, Shaikh Rasheed/Khaleel Ahmed (Impact Player Sub), Dewald Brevis, Vijay Shankar/Deepak Hooda, Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, Sam Curran, MS Dhoni (Captain and wk), Matheesha Pathirana, Noor Ahmad, Anshul Kamboj