Imagine a cricket match where a bowler, known for getting players out, suddenly becomes the hero with his bat! That’s exactly what happened in an exciting Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 game between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Mumbai Indians (MI) on March 23, 2025. Deepak Chahar, a star bowler for MI, shocked everyone by scoring 29 runs off just 15 balls when his team needed help the most. But he wasn’t the only star—CSK’s Khaleel Ahmed and Noor Ahmed also made the match unforgettable with their amazing bowling. Let’s dive into this thrilling story!
MI started batting, but things went wrong fast. Khaleel Ahmed, a fast bowler for CSK, got MI’s captain Rohit Sharma out for zero runs in the very first over. Sharma, a big hitter, couldn’t even score because Khaleel’s ball swung in and got him caught. Then, Ryan Rickelton, another important MI player, got out for 13 runs. Soon, MI was in big trouble at 30 runs for 3 wickets. The Chennai fans were jumping with joy!
Noor Ahmed’s Super Start
Just when MI thought it couldn’t get worse, a new player stepped up for CSK—Noor Ahmed. Noor, a young spinner from Afghanistan, was playing his first-ever IPL game for CSK. He cost the team INR 10 crore (that’s a lot of money!), and he showed why he’s worth it. Noor bowled tricky spinning balls that fooled MI’s best batsmen.
First, he got Suryakumar Yadav, MI’s stand-in captain, out for 29 runs. Yadav tried to hit a big shot but only managed to edge the ball to CSK’s wicketkeeper, MS Dhoni. Then, Noor trapped Tilak Varma in front of the stumps for 31 runs. Varma thought he could save himself by asking for a review, but the umpire’s call stood. Noor kept going, getting Naman Dhir and Robin Minz out too. By the end, he had taken 4 wickets for just 18 runs in 4 overs—an amazing debut! MI was stuck at 120 runs for 7 wickets, and it looked like they’d finish with a tiny score.
Deepak Chahar to the Rescue MI
But then came the twist no one saw coming—Deepak Chahar, a bowler, turned into a batting hero! Chahar usually swings the ball to get players out, not swings the bat to score runs. But with MI in deep trouble, he walked out to bat at number 9. His team needed someone to step up, and Chahar said, “Why not me?”
Facing Khaleel Ahmed in the 19th over, Chahar hit a four—a ball that raced to the boundary. Then, he smashed a huge six—a shot that flew high over the fence! The Chennai crowd, who had been cheering loudly, went quiet as Chahar took charge. He didn’t just hit big shots; he played smart too, finding gaps and keeping the score moving. By the time he was done, Chahar had scored 29 runs off 15 balls, with 2 fours and 2 sixes. Thanks to him, MI finished at 155 runs for 9 wickets—a much better total than it could have been!
Khaleel Ahmed’s Big Moment
While Deepak Chahar stole the spotlight at the end, Khaleel Ahmed was a hero early on. Khaleel, who CSK bought for INR 4.20 crore, loves bowling fast and making the ball swing. He got MI’s openers out quickly, putting them in a tough spot. He finished with 3 wickets for 30 runs, showing why he’s so important to CSK. His early strikes made it easier for Noor Ahmed to come in and take more wickets later.
Fans Go Wild on Social Media
The match got everyone talking, especially on X (formally Twitter). Fans couldn’t believe Deepak Chahar’s batting. One fan wrote, “Deepak Chahar is a bowler? Someone tell him he’s a batsman now!” Others made funny jokes, like saying he should bat higher up in the team. Hashtags like #DeepakChahar and #IPLBattingHero were everywhere as people shared their excitement.
Noor Ahmed got tons of love too. Fans called him a “future star” and cheered his 4 wickets. “Noor Ahmed on debut against MI? He’s unreal!” one supporter posted. The game was all over X, with people wondering if CSK could chase 155 runs or if MI’s bowlers, including Chahar, could defend it.
Fun Facts About the Players
- Deepak Chahar: Usually takes wickets with his bowling, but now he’s famous for batting too!
- Khaleel Ahmed: Loves swinging the ball and getting big players out early.
- Noor Ahmed: A young spinner who made his IPL debut a dream come true with 4 wickets.
Deepak Chahar hit six to rescue MI
The match left fans excited for the second half—could CSK chase 155 runs? With players like MS Dhoni on their team, anything’s possible. For MI, Deepak Chahar’s batting gave them hope, and their bowlers were ready to fight back. One thing’s for sure: this game will be talked about for a long time!
