The Rivalry Week of the <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/t20/ipl-indian-premier-league/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025</a> is currently underway, bringing with it high-stakes matchups and electrifying action. One of the most anticipated fixtures of the tournament, the iconic clash between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Mumbai Indians (MI), often called as the El Clasico of the IPL happened on Sunday, April 20.
Historically, both teams have dominated the league, each securing the IPL trophy five times, which has cemented their legacy as two of the most successful and popular franchises in the competition. However, the 2025 season has been far from ideal for both CSK and MI, with neither team performing up to the high standards they have set over the years.
Currently, MI sit sixth in the points table, with a balanced stats of four wins and four losses in their eight games. CSK, on the other hand, find themselves suffering at the bottom, with just two wins to their name so far this season.
The two heavyweights have faced each other twice in IPL 2025. CSK had the upper hand in the first encounter, securing a comfortable victory. However, MI came back with a revenge win in the reverse fixture, played at the Wankhede Stadium, where they comprehensively defeated CSK. Here’s a look at the players who underperformed in their recent clash against MI and contributed to the team’s disappointing outing.
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<h3>3 Players who disappointed the most in MI vs CSK match -</h3>
<h3>1. Rachin Ravindra</h3>
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<figcaption>Rachin-Ravindra. (Photo Source: IPL/X)</figcaption>
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In the first fixture between CSK and MI, Kiwi cricketer <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-players/rachin-ravindra/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Rachin Ravindra</a> played a crucial role in Chennai's triumph, scoring a fluent 65* off 45 balls and anchoring the chase from the front. The left-hander’s composed knock set the tone for the Men in Yellow and guided them to a confident victory.
However, in the reverse fixture at the Wankhede Stadium, the CSK batter failed to replicate his heroics, falling cheaply for just five runs and making no impact. His inconsistency at the top has been a concern for CSK.
Also Check: <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-analysis/ipl-2025-qualification-scenarios-how-can-chennai-super-kings-still-qualify-for-playoffs-loss-against-mi">Qualification Scenarios: How can Chennai Super Kings still qualify for playoffs loss against MI?</a>

<h3>2. Noor Ahmad</h3>
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<figcaption>Noor-Ahmed. (Photo Source: IPL/X)</figcaption>
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Afghan spinner <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-players/noor-ahmad/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Noor Ahmad</a> made a stunning debut for CSK against MI, making an immediate impact with the ball. The left-arm wrist spinner picked up four wickets in that match and bowled a remarkably economical spell, conceding just 18 runs at an economy rate of 4.50.
However, in the second clash between the two sides, the spinner struggled to find his rhythm. Mumbai’s talented duo, Rohit Sharma and Suryakumar Yadav, took him apart, dispatching his deliveries to all parts of the ground. The left-arm spinner ended his spell with figures of 0/36 in just three overs, bowling at a disappointing economy rate of 12.00.

<h3>3. MS Dhoni</h3>
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<figcaption>MS Dhoni. (Photo Source - BCCI)</figcaption>
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Veteran cricketer <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-players/ms-dhoni/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">MS Dhoni</a> has been under scrutiny throughout this IPL season, with fans and experts alike questioning his impact with the bat. In the home fixture against MI, the right-handed batter walked in late after the fall of the sixth wicket and faced just two deliveries, offering little opportunity to play the game.
However, the away fixture at Wankhede Stadium provided a more promising stage. The wicketkeeper-batter came in during the 17th over with Ravindra Jadeja already set at the crease, and had the chance to showcase his finishing prowess. But his attempt to accelerate against death-over specialist Jasprit Bumrah backfired, as the Indian legend mistimed a shot and was caught by Tilak Varma. Across both encounters, the Ranchi-born stalwart failed to make any notable contribution.

The Rivalry Week of the <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/t20/ipl-indian-premier-league/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025</a> is currently underway, bringing with it high-stakes matchups and electrifying action. One of the most anticipated fixtures of the tournament, the iconic clash between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Mumbai Indians (MI), often called as the El Clasico of the IPL happened on Sunday, April 20.
Historically, both teams have dominated the league, each securing the IPL trophy five times, which has cemented their legacy as two of the most successful and popular franchises in the competition. However, the 2025 season has been far from ideal for both CSK and MI, with neither team performing up to the high standards they have set over the years.
Currently, MI sit sixth in the points table, with a balanced stats of four wins and four losses in their eight games. CSK, on the other hand, find themselves suffering at the bottom, with just two wins to their name so far this season.
The two heavyweights have faced each other twice in IPL 2025. CSK had the upper hand in the first encounter, securing a comfortable victory. However, MI came back with a revenge win in the reverse fixture, played at the Wankhede Stadium, where they comprehensively defeated CSK. Here’s a look at the players who underperformed in their recent clash against MI and contributed to the team’s disappointing outing.
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<h3 style="text-align: justify;">3 Players who disappointed the most in MI vs CSK match -</h3>
<h3>1. Rachin Ravindra</h3>
<figure class="image"><img src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/1742751143867_Rachin-Ravindra.jpeg" alt="Rachin-Ravindra" loading="lazy">
<figcaption>Rachin-Ravindra. (Photo Source: IPL/X)</figcaption>
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In the first fixture between CSK and MI, Kiwi cricketer <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-players/rachin-ravindra/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Rachin Ravindra</a> played a crucial role in Chennai's triumph, scoring a fluent 65* off 45 balls and anchoring the chase from the front. The left-hander’s composed knock set the tone for the Men in Yellow and guided them to a confident victory.
However, in the reverse fixture at the Wankhede Stadium, the CSK batter failed to replicate his heroics, falling cheaply for just five runs and making no impact. His inconsistency at the top has been a concern for CSK.
Also Check: <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-analysis/ipl-2025-qualification-scenarios-how-can-chennai-super-kings-still-qualify-for-playoffs-loss-against-mi">Qualification Scenarios: How can Chennai Super Kings still qualify for playoffs loss against MI?</a>

<h3>2. Noor Ahmad</h3>
<figure class="image"><img src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/1742744404880_Noor-Ahmed.jpeg" alt="Noor-Ahmed" loading="lazy">
<figcaption>Noor-Ahmed. (Photo Source: IPL/X)</figcaption>
</figure>
Afghan spinner <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-players/noor-ahmad/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Noor Ahmad</a> made a stunning debut for CSK against MI, making an immediate impact with the ball. The left-arm wrist spinner picked up four wickets in that match and bowled a remarkably economical spell, conceding just 18 runs at an economy rate of 4.50.
However, in the second clash between the two sides, the spinner struggled to find his rhythm. Mumbai’s talented duo, Rohit Sharma and Suryakumar Yadav, took him apart, dispatching his deliveries to all parts of the ground. The left-arm spinner ended his spell with figures of 0/36 in just three overs, bowling at a disappointing economy rate of 12.00.

<h3>3. MS Dhoni</h3>
<figure class="image"><img src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/1744176727578_MS-Dhoni.jpeg" alt="MS Dhoni." loading="lazy">
<figcaption>MS Dhoni. (Photo Source - BCCI)</figcaption>
</figure>
Veteran cricketer <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-players/ms-dhoni/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">MS Dhoni</a> has been under scrutiny throughout this IPL season, with fans and experts alike questioning his impact with the bat. In the home fixture against MI, the right-handed batter walked in late after the fall of the sixth wicket and faced just two deliveries, offering little opportunity to play the game.
However, the away fixture at Wankhede Stadium provided a more promising stage. The wicketkeeper-batter came in during the 17th over with Ravindra Jadeja already set at the crease, and had the chance to showcase his finishing prowess. But his attempt to accelerate against death-over specialist Jasprit Bumrah backfired, as the Indian legend mistimed a shot and was caught by Tilak Varma. Across both encounters, the Ranchi-born stalwart failed to make any notable contribution.

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