Should Pant Have Bowled Bishnoi? Can CSK Turn Their Season Around? A Thriller on Time Out – Winexch

The Tata IPL 2025 continues to throw surprises, and the latest clash added another thrilling chapter. CSK finally broke their losing streak and registered a much-needed win, keeping their playoff hopes barely alive. While the Super Kings still sit at the bottom of the table, they're now level on points with three other teams, making the race to the top even tighter.

This match raised multiple questions and left fans talking. One major talking point was Rishabh Pant’s decision to hold back on bowling Ravi Bishnoi in crucial moments. On Time Out, cricket experts Ian Bishop, Wasim Jaffer, and Abhinav Mukund dived deep into this decision and whether it cost Delhi the game. Tune into Time Out, exclusively streaming on Winexch, for full insights and tactical analysis.

Pant Reflects on the Loss

After the match, DC skipper Rishabh Pant admitted his side was at least 10-15 runs short.

"We kept losing wickets whenever we tried to build momentum. The wicket was slightly two-paced, but still good to bat on. We couldn't get partnerships going, which hurt us. I did think about bowling Bishnoi at various points, but after speaking with the team, we decided to take the game deeper."

Despite the loss, Pant had some positives to take away – particularly his improving form with the bat.

"I'm feeling better every game, slowly getting back into rhythm."

Dube Delivers for CSK

It was Shivam Dube who anchored the CSK chase. His calm, composed innings was vital in guiding the team to a win after five consecutive losses.

"This was an important game for me. Losing five in a row – that’s not the CSK we know. I wanted to stay till the end and finish the game. When Jadeja and Vijay got out, I knew I had to take it deep. Once MS came in and started smashing, things got a lot easier. My plan was simple – don't overhit, just time the ball."

Dube’s mature knock was a reflection of CSK’s resolve and hunger to bounce back despite a rocky start to their campaign.

Dhoni Turns Back the Clock

In what was a nostalgic moment for CSK fans, MS Dhoni rolled back the years with a vintage finishing performance, earning him the Player of the Match award – his first in the IPL since 2019.

"It’s great to win again. We’ve been on the wrong side of results, but this win gives us a boost. We struggled in the powerplay overs in earlier games – both with bat and ball – so we made some changes."

Dhoni spoke about adjusting the bowling strategy to reduce pressure on Ash in the powerplay.

"We were putting too much pressure on Ashwin to bowl two overs in the first six. We’ve now added more powerplay options, and this bowling attack looks more balanced."

He also praised Rasheed, a promising young batter who's been waiting in the wings for a chance.

"Rasheed has been improving a lot. He’s been with us for a few years and has worked hard in the nets. Today was just the beginning – he’s capable of dominating attacks with proper cricketing shots, not just flashy hitting."

Table Update and Playoff Math

With this win, CSK remains at the bottom of the IPL 2025 table but are now tied on points with three other teams. A few more consistent performances could push them back into contention. Meanwhile, Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) missed their chance to go top and stay locked in fourth position.

The mid-table remains tightly contested, and the next few games will be crucial in determining who qualifies for the playoffs. CSK’s improved bowling strategy and glimpses of brilliance from veterans like Dhoni might just ignite their late-season charge.

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