Today’s Match: Chennai Super Kings (CSK) vs Rajasthan Royals (RR)
Date & Time: Tuesday, 20 May 2025, 7:30 PM IST
Venue: Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
Match Number: 62nd Match, TATA IPL 2025
Captains: MS Dhoni (CSK), Sanju Samson (RR)
As Chennai Super Kings take the field for their second-last match of IPL 2025, MS Dhoni will once again lead the side, continuing to inspire millions of fans even at this stage of his career. This might be one of his final few appearances, and his stats against RR and at Delhi show just how impactful he’s been over the years.
MS Dhoni vs Rajasthan Royals – Head-to-Head IPL Stats
MS Dhoni has faced Rajasthan Royals in 31 matches, scoring an impressive 585 runs across 26 innings. With two fifties, a best of 75*, and a strong average of 39.00, he has consistently performed well against RR.
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Runs | 585 |
| Span | 2008–2025 |
| Matches (Mat) | 31 |
| Innings (Inns) | 26 |
| Not Outs (NO) | 11 |
| Highest Score (HS) | 75* |
| Average (Ave) | 39 |
| Balls Faced (BF) | 455 |
| Strike Rate (SR) | 128.57 |
| 100s | 0 |
| 50s | 2 |
| Ducks (0s) | 1 |
| Fours (4s) | 32 |
| Sixes (6s) | 25 |
Expert View: Dhoni’s calm approach and powerful finishing ability have often been the difference against RR. With a high strike rate and consistency, he’s always been a big threat to Rajasthan’s bowling unit.
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MS Dhoni at Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi – IPL Stats
In 12 matches at the Delhi venue, Dhoni has scored 186 runs at an average of 31, with a highest score of 44. While he doesn’t have a fifty here, his experience and finishing prowess make him dangerous on this surface.
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Matches (Mat) | 13 |
| Span | 2008–2025 |
| Runs | 202 |
| Highest Score (HS) | 44 |
| Batting Average (Bat Av) | 28.85 |
| 100s | 0 |
| Catches (Ct) | 3 |
| Stumpings (St) | 1 |
Expert Note: Though this isn’t Dhoni’s highest-scoring ground, he’s shown excellent finishing skills here. On a flat Delhi pitch with small boundaries, Dhoni can still be the game-changer in the last few overs.
MS Dhoni might not be in peak form, but his numbers and presence alone are enough to lift CSK. Against RR, his track record speaks volumes. If CSK find themselves in a tight chase or setting a target, expect Dhoni to finish with a bang, possibly for one last time in Delhi.
