The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 has been filled with thrilling matches, and the recent game between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) has made quite an impact on the points table. In this match, Rajasthan Royals secured a narrow six-run win over CSK, making their first victory of the tournament. This article will cover the updated IPL 2025 points table, standings, and net run rate (NRR) after the CSK vs RR match.
Rajasthan Royals Defeat Chennai Super Kings in a Close Match
Rajasthan Royals (RR) defeated Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in a tight encounter that saw several exciting moments. RR posted a total of 182/9 in their 20 overs after a powerful knock by Nitish Rana. Rana scored 81 runs off just 36 balls, hitting 10 fours and 5 sixes. Though RR’s innings slowed down towards the end, they still managed to post a competitive total.
Chennai Super Kings, chasing 183 runs, faced difficulties in their innings. Ruturaj Gaikwad tried to lead the chase with a knock of 63 runs off 44 balls, but consistent breakthroughs by RR bowlers, led by Wanindu Hasaranga (who took 4 wickets for 35 runs), kept CSK under control. Despite late fireworks from Ravindra Jadeja and MS Dhoni, the target remained out of reach, and RR won by 6 runs.
Nitish Rana’s Explosive 81 Sets the Stage for Rajasthan Royals
Rajasthan Royals’ innings started on a rough note, with opener Yashasvi Jaiswal dismissed early for just 4 runs. However, Riyan Parag’s selfless gesture to give up his batting position allowed Nitish Rana to take charge. Rana’s explosive 81 runs from 36 balls, featuring 10 fours and 5 sixes, helped RR recover and set a strong total.
Riyan Parag also played a crucial role, contributing 37 runs from 28 balls, with 2 fours and 2 sixes. After their dismissals, RR’s momentum slowed down, but they still posted 182/9. CSK’s bowlers Khaleel Ahmed, Noor Ahmed, and Matheesha Pathirana took two wickets each to keep Rajasthan from going past 200 runs.
Chennai Super Kings Struggle in Their Chase
Chasing a target of 183 runs, CSK had a tough start. Their opener Rachin Ravindra was dismissed for a duck by Jofra Archer. Rahul Tripathi’s 23-run knock off 19 balls kept the scoreboard ticking, but CSK lost wickets quickly. Ruturaj Gaikwad and Shivam Dube tried to build a partnership, but both were dismissed in quick succession. Gaikwad scored 63 runs off 44 balls, and Dube was dismissed for 18 runs off 10 balls. In the end, the target was too high for CSK, and they were restricted to 176/6, giving RR a well-deserved victory.
Updated IPL 2025 Points Table After CSK vs RR
After Rajasthan Royals’ win against Chennai Super Kings, here is the updated points table for IPL 2025:
| Team | Played | Won | Lost | No Result | CupR | Net Run Rate (NRR) | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Challengers Bangalore | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 5.6 | +2.266 | 4 |
| Delhi Capitals | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 7.8 | +1.320 | 4 |
| Lucknow Super Giants | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 14.5 | +0.963 | 2 |
| Gujarat Titans | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 12.5 | +0.625 | 2 |
| Punjab Kings | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 8.8 | +0.550 | 2 |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 13 | -0.308 | 2 |
| Chennai Super Kings | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 11.5 | -0.771 | 2 |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 7.8 | -0.871 | 2 |
| Rajasthan Royals | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 19.5 | -1.112 | 2 |
| Mumbai Indians | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 9 | -1.163 | 0 |
A Tight Race for the Top
With Rajasthan Royals’ recent win, the IPL 2025 points table has become even more competitive. The top teams, like Royal Challengers Bangalore and Delhi Capitals, remain unbeaten with 4 points, while teams like Chennai Super Kings and Rajasthan Royals are fighting to stay in the hunt. As the tournament progresses, the importance of net run rate (NRR) becomes clearer, especially when teams are closely matched on points.
The next few matches will be crucial for teams like CSK and RR to bounce back and improve their standings. IPL 2025 continues to be full of surprises and thrilling cricket, and it’s anyone’s game as the season moves forward.