CSK’s X-Factor Sam Curran Guides Desert Vipers to Victory Over Shahrukh Khan-Owned Team in ILT20

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Desert Vipers secured a thrilling 7-wicket win over Abu Dhabi Knight Riders in the second match of ILT20 2025. The match was played at Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi. Sam Curran, the CSK star, delivered a match-winning performance for the Vipers.

Abu Dhabi Knight Riders batted first but had a tough start. Kyle Mayers struggled to score just 2 runs off 10 balls, while Joe Clarke was dismissed on the first delivery he faced from Lockie Ferguson. Michael Pepper managed only 11 runs before being run out.

Phil Salt steadied the innings and remained unbeaten with 71 runs off 49 balls, hitting five boundaries and four sixes. He was supported by Alishan Sharafu, who added 46 runs off 34 balls in a solid 86-run partnership. Andre Russell added fireworks at the end with a quick 30 off 14 balls.

Desert Vipers bowlers, led by Lockie Ferguson and Mohammad Amir, claimed a wicket each while keeping the Knight Riders to 166/5 in their 20 overs.

Sam Curran and Daniel Lawrence Seal the Win

In the chase, Desert Vipers lost Fakhar Zaman early, as he scored 23 off 15 balls before being dismissed by Andre Russell. Alex Hales, returning from his stint in the BPL, struggled for 10 runs off 17 balls.

The game turned in Desert Vipers’ favor when Daniel Lawrence and Sam Curran joined hands. Lawrence played a brilliant knock of 70 runs off 39 balls, smashing seven fours and three sixes. Sam Curran, after a slow start, anchored the chase with an unbeaten 50 off 37 balls, hitting two boundaries and one six. Sherfane Rutherford sealed the win with a quick 9 off 4 balls.

Abu Dhabi Knight Riders’ bowlers, including Russell, Sunil Narine, and Shahid Bhutta, each took a wicket, but they couldn’t defend the target.

CSK Fans Rejoice Over Sam Curran’s Heroics

Sam Curran, who was bought back by Chennai Super Kings for ₹2.40 crore in the IPL 2025 mega auction after a massive pay cut from his ₹18.50 crore price in 2023, showed his worth with this performance. CSK fans will surely be thrilled to see their all-rounder shine on the international stage.

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