MS Dhoni Became Highest Run Getter For CSK

MS Dhoni, an iconic figure in IPL history, became the highest run-scorer for Chennai Super Kings (CSK) during their clash against Royal Challengers Bangalore at the P Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. The hard-hitting lower-order batsman overtook Suresh Raina’s record to claim the top spot. Dhoni has now amassed 4,699 runs in 204 innings for CSK, surpassing Raina’s 4,687 runs in 171 innings.

In the match of IPL 2025, RCB set a challenging total of 196/7, putting CSK under pressure at their home ground. However, the hosts struggled, losing wickets at regular intervals and failing to accelerate when needed. Between 4.4 and 15.2 overs, CSK managed only 73 runs with the loss of five wickets.

A controversial moment arose when Dhoni came in to bat at number 9, requiring 97 runs from 28 balls. Despite the uphill task, he played a valiant knock of 30 off 16 balls, including two sixes and a four in the final over against Krunal Pandya, which lifted the spirits of CSK fans.

The 50-run defeat could haunt CSK later in the tournament, especially if qualification hinges on net run rate. Fans and experts suggested that Dhoni should have batted higher—at number 3 or 4—leveraging his batting prowess to turn the game in CSK’s favor.