Chennai Super Kings vs Kolkata Knight Riders LIVE Updates, CSK vs KKR LIVE Score, IPL 2025:
A massive clash is set to unfold at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, as MS Dhoni returns to lead Chennai Super Kings (CSK) against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in IPL 2025. After 682 days away from the captaincy role, the iconic former India skipper is back at the helm under unexpected circumstances, replacing Ruturaj Gaikwad, who has been ruled out for the rest of the season with a serious elbow injury.
For CSK fans, it’s an emotional moment — Dhoni’s return to captaincy at Chepauk has reignited hope in a season that’s quickly gone off the rails. The Men in Yellow have slumped to four straight defeats and are currently second from bottom in the points table. Their last win came nearly three weeks ago, and without Ruturaj’s calm presence at the top, the batting order has looked shaky.
The pressure is on — not just for Dhoni, but for the entire squad to regroup and salvage their campaign. All eyes will be on how the team responds to their talisman’s leadership and whether Dhoni can inspire another classic CSK comeback story.
Meanwhile, Kolkata Knight Riders, led this season by Ajinkya Rahane, haven’t had smooth sailing either. With two wins from five games, they sit mid-table and are yet to find consistency. Star players like Andre Russell and Sunil Narine have shown flashes of brilliance, but KKR have struggled to click as a unit. A win against CSK would give their season a much-needed boost.
With the Chepauk crowd expected to erupt in full voice and the return of one of the most beloved captains in IPL history, Friday night promises to be electric.
