Sun Mar 30 17:50:00 UTC 2025: ## Dhoni and Ashwin Combine for Crucial Wicket in CSK’s Win Over Rajasthan Royals

**Guwahati, India –** Chennai Super Kings (CSK) secured a crucial victory over Rajasthan Royals (RR) in a thrilling IPL 2025 encounter in Guwahati on Sunday, March 30th. The match saw a nostalgic partnership between veteran CSK players R Ashwin and MS Dhoni, resulting in the dismissal of RR’s Nitish Rana.

Rana, who was on the verge of a century, scoring a blistering 81 off just 36 balls (including 10 boundaries and 5 sixes), was expertly stumped by Dhoni off an Ashwin delivery. The dismissal was a masterclass in teamwork; Ashwin cleverly bowled a wide delivery, drawing Rana out of his crease before Dhoni swiftly whipped off the bails. The wicket came in the 12th over, breaking a dangerous partnership and significantly impacting RR’s momentum.

While Ashwin conceded 46 runs in his four-over spell – his full quota for the first time this season – the wicket proved invaluable. This was Dhoni’s third stumping of IPL 2025, showcasing his continued sharpness behind the stumps. He particularly enjoyed this dismissal, citing the clever planning and execution.

CSK struggled initially, conceding 79 runs in the powerplay, but effectively stemmed the run flow after the field restrictions were lifted. The win comes as a relief for CSK, following their heavy 50-run defeat to Royal Challengers Bangalore on Friday. The victory highlights the experience and tactical prowess of the CSK veterans, crucial in overcoming a strong RR batting line-up.

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