Sun Mar 30 15:50:00 UTC 2025: ## RCB Shatters 17-Year Jinx, Thrashes CSK by 50 Runs in Chennai
**Chennai, India –** Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) ended a 17-year drought on Friday, securing a resounding 50-run victory over Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at the MA Chidambaram Stadium. This was only RCB’s second win at the venue, their first coming way back in 2008.
RCB, batting first, posted a challenging 196/7 thanks to a stellar performance from Rajat Patidar (51 off 32), along with significant contributions from Phil Salt (32 off 16) and Devdutt Padikkal (27 off 14). A late flourish from Tim David (22* off 8, including a hat-trick of sixes) further boosted their total. Noor Ahmad was CSK’s most successful bowler, taking 3 wickets for 36 runs.
In response, CSK never threatened RCB’s total, facing a disciplined bowling attack. Josh Hazlewood led the RCB charge with 3 wickets (figures not fully specified in the provided text), effectively stifling the CSK chase. The comprehensive victory marks a significant milestone for RCB, breaking a long-standing losing streak at a venue that has traditionally proved challenging for them.
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