Lucknow, April 14, 2025 — In a bold move during the IPL 2025 clash at Ekana Stadium, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) captain MS Dhoni opted to bowl first after winning the toss against the high-flying Lucknow Super Giants (LSG). The bigger surprise, however, came with the exclusion of two CSK stalwarts—Ravichandran Ashwin and Devon Conway—from the playing XI.
CSK brought in English pacer Jamie Overton and uncapped player Shaikh Rasheed to fill the gaps. This decision comes amid a tough stretch for the franchise, who have lost four of their last five games. The team appears to be seeking a fresh approach to revive their campaign.