Fourteen-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi capped off a promising debut season with a composed half-century as Rajasthan Royals signed off from a disappointing IPL 2025 campaign with a six-wicket win over Chennai Super Kings in an otherwise inconsequential contest on Tuesday.

The prodigious Suryavanshi, who has emerged as one of the rare positives in an otherwise forgettable season for the Royals, scored a dazzling 57 off 33 balls to help his team chase down 188 with 17 balls to spare.

Royals’ Chase: Youth and Flair Take Centre Stage

Opener Yashasvi Jaiswal provided an explosive start, smashing a quickfire 36, including 18 runs off a single over from CSK’s Khaleel Ahmed. His early aggression laid the groundwork for the chase before he was bowled by Anshul Kamboj.

Suryavanshi then took charge, blending maturity with fearlessness. He targeted CSK’s spin stalwart Ravindra Jadeja, hitting him for two towering sixes and brought up his fifty with a fourth maximum off Noor Ahmad.

In partnership with skipper Sanju Samson (41), Suryavanshi stitched a match-winning 98-run stand, with Samson playing the supporting role.

Although the Royals briefly wobbled after the dismissals of Samson, Suryavanshi, and Riyan Parag (3), the chase remained in control. Dhruv Jurel (31)* and Shimron Hetmyer (12)* ensured there were no further hiccups, sealing the victory with 17 balls remaining.

It was only the Royals’ fourth win of the season, but enough to potentially avoid a bottom-place finish.

CSK Innings: Mhatre, Brevis Shine in a Disjointed Batting Display

Earlier, Ayush Mhatre once again showcased his talent with a brisk 20-ball 43, helping CSK post a competitive 187/8. The 19-year-old’s innings was crucial after early setbacks saw CSK lose half their side inside eight overs.

Openers Devon Conway (10) and Urvil Patel (0) fell cheaply to Yudhvir Singh Charak (3/47), who combined effectively with Akash Madhwal (3/29) to rip through the top and lower-middle order.

A brief revival came via Dewald Brevis (42 off 25) and Shivam Dube (39), who added 59 runs for the sixth wicket. Brevis struck three sixes in his entertaining cameo before being dismissed by Madhwal.

The home crowd erupted as MS Dhoni walked in, and the CSK skipper delighted fans with a solitary six before being dismissed for 16 off 17 balls, failing to provide the late flourish his side desperately needed.

Bowling Highlights

For the Royals, Yudhvir Singh was the pick of the bowlers with a fiery spell, including crucial wickets in the powerplay. Akash Madhwal continued his strong run with another disciplined performance, while Tushar Deshpande and Wanindu Hasaranga played supporting roles.

CSK’s bowlers had little answer to the Royals’ aggressive intent, though Ravichandran Ashwin (2/41) showed glimpses of control in the middle overs.

Brief Scores:

• Chennai Super Kings: 187/8 in 20 overs
  (Ayush Mhatre 43, Dewald Brevis 42; Yudhvir Singh 3/47, Akash Madhwal 3/29)

• Rajasthan Royals: 188/4 in 17.1 overs
  (Vaibhav Suryavanshi 57, Sanju Samson 41; R Ashwin 2/41)