Rajasthan Royals may be out of the playoff race, but they exited IPL 2025 with fireworks as teenage talents turned the heat up on Chennai Super Kings in Match 62.
Early Blows and a Spirited Fightback from CSK
Rajasthan Royals’ decision to bowl first was a chess move that paid early dividends. Yudhvir Singh Charak knocked the wind out of CSK’s sails with two wickets in three balls.
Likewise, Devon Conway and Urvil Patel fell cheaply, leaving CSK gasping at 12/2. But Ayush Mhatre, playing like a seasoned campaigner rather than a 17-year-old, revived the innings.
In addition, his 43 off 20, paired with R. Ashwin’s steady hand, built a 56-run partnership that briefly brought CSK back into the game. However, the Royals weren’t done.
Tushar Deshpande and Kwena Maphaka triggered a middle-order collapse with timely strikes. Brevis and Dube threatened to resurrect CSK’s innings with a 59-run stand, but Akash Madhwal and Deshpande bowled tight at the death, restricting the Super Kings to a par 187/8.
Jaiswal Fires First, Then Enter the Prodigy
Rajasthan’s chase began with the usual fireworks from Yashasvi Jaiswal, who smoked 19 runs off Khaleel Ahmed’s over like a gunslinger clearing out a saloon. He was gone soon after for 36 off 19, but he had already lit the fuse.
Then came Vaibhav Suryavanshi — just 14, but already playing with the poise of a veteran. Initially watchful, he shifted gears against Noor Ahmad, launching into him with a six and two fours in one over. Like a tide that couldn’t be held back, he surged past fifty with a towering six over square leg.
Samson, Suryavanshi Lay the Foundation for Victory
Captain Sanju Samson played the perfect foil, rotating strike and punishing loose deliveries. The duo stitched a 98-run partnership that suffocated CSK’s bowlers and all but sealed the result.
Ashwin broke the stand by removing Samson for 41 and dismissed Suryavanshi (57 off 33) in the same over, but the damage was done. RR stood at 138/3 after 14 overs, needing just 50 to win.
Jurel, Hetmyer Seal the Chase in Style
In previous seasons, Rajasthan Royals have often stumbled at this crucial stage. But this time, Dhruv Jurel played the finisher’s role to perfection. His 31* off 12 balls was a flurry of strokes that crushed any CSK hope.
Alongside him, Shimron Hetmyer calmly struck 12* off 5, as Rajasthan crossed the finish line with 17 balls to spare. It wasn’t just a win — it was a statement from a team brimming with young firepower.
Key Performers – Match 62
| Player | Team | Performance |
| Vaibhav Suryavanshi | RR | 57 (33), 1 catch |
| Yashasvi Jaiswal | RR | 36 (19) |
| Akash Madhwal | RR | 3/29 |
| Ayush Mhatre | CSK | 43 (20) |
| Dewald Brevis | CSK | 42 (25) |
| Yudhvir Singh Charak | RR | 3/37 |
