Chasing a daunting target of 213 set by RCB, CSK started strong thanks to a brilliant half-century from young opener Ayush Mhatre. His composure and aggressive intent laid the foundation for a formidable partnership with Ravindra Jadeja.
The duo stitched together a crucial 114-run stand off just 64 balls, steering the innings into a dominant position. With only 43 runs needed from the final four overs and eight wickets still in hand, CSK looked firmly in control and well on track to secure a memorable win.
However, momentum quickly shifted when Lungi Ngidi delivered a breakthrough in the 17th over. He struck with the very first ball, removing Mhatre and silencing the roaring CSK fans. That dismissal reignited RCB’s hopes, injecting new energy into their bowling unit. From there, things spiraled for CSK, as nerves crept in and pressure mounted with every passing delivery.
Tensions escalated further when Dewald Brevis, facing his first ball, was adjudged LBW to a delivery from fellow South African Ngidi. The ball appeared to be sliding down leg, and Brevis, after completing a quick double, signaled for a review. But to everyone’s surprise, the on-field umpires denied the review, claiming he had run out of time. This led to confusion, as no timer had been displayed on the big screen for players or fans to see.
Brevis refused to leave immediately, and Ravindra Jadeja jumped into the argument, confronting the umpires in protest. The RCB players, fired up by the drama, rushed in to support the appeal, intensifying the already heated atmosphere.
Despite their protests, the decision stood. Brevis was forced to walk off, visibly frustrated, and was seen expressing his disappointment to the fourth umpire. Jadeja, equally livid, did not hold back his anger toward the on-field officials.
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The incident quickly set social media ablaze. Fans on Twitter criticized the umpires not only for the controversial LBW call but also for the mismanagement of the review system and lack of clarity. Many felt the episode disrupted the momentum CSK had built and significantly impacted their chances of chasing down the target. What had been a thrilling contest turned into a flashpoint of controversy, overshadowing what could have been a stunning finish.