In a massive error, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) pacer Mukesh Choudhary dropped a regulation catch of Delhi Capitals (DC) wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul in the 17th match of the IPL 2025 season. Mukesh gave a reprieve to the right-handed batter as he failed to grab a catch off his own bowling in the ongoing match.
Mukesh Choudhary returned to the Chennai Super Kings playing XI after missing three matches. He replaced Rahul Tripathi, who didn’t perform with the bat. Delhi Capitals skipper Axar Patel opted to bat first after winning the toss at the iconic MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Saturday, April 5.
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The incident took place on the third ball of the 19th over in Delhi’s innings. The left-arm pacer delivered a low full-toss that KL Rahul attempted to slog. However, the batter mistimed it, sending the ball high into the air.
Choudhary positioned himself under the ball but completely misjudged it, dropping the catch. MS Dhoni's wife Sakshi Dhoni, who was in the stands, looked quite disappointed after the pacer made the big blunder.
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However, Rahul failed to make the most of the opportunity. The wicketkeeper-batter was dismissed in the next over without adding any runs after the dropped catch. He had to depart to the dressing room after scoring 77 runs off 55 balls, which included six boundaries and three sixes during his stay at the crease.
KL Rahul Dismissed by Matheesha Pathirana in Final Over of Delhi Capitals’ Innings
Rahul’s knock came to an end in the 20th over when Matheesha Pathirana struck with a well-directed short ball. Pathirana angled the delivery into Rahul’s body, and while attempting a pull shot, Rahul got a slight glove on it. MS Dhoni made no mistake behind the stumps.
Rahul didn’t wait for the umpire’s decision and walked off immediately. The dismissal proved to be a crucial breakthrough for Chennai Super Kings.
KL Rahul vs CSK in IPL
| Innings | Runs | Balls | Average | Strike Rate | 50s | Highest Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | 630 | 441 | 45 | 142.85 | 6 | 98* |
KL Rahul vs Matheesha Pathirana in IPL
| Innings | Runs | Balls | Dismissals | Average | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 23 | 20 | 2 | 11.50 | 115.00 |
Mukesh Choudhary Fails to Pick Up Any Wickets
Talking about Mukesh Choudhary, he came on to bowl the second over of the first innings. The bowler conceded 19 runs in his first over of the tournament. However, skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad continued with him during the powerplay. Mukesh gave away just 8 runs in his second over of the ongoing match.
He returned for his second spell in the 16th over and conceded another 8 runs in the death overs. However, he missed a chance to take a wicket after dropping a catch. To make matters worse, Tristan Stubbs smashed a six and a four off the next two deliveries. Mukesh ended his spell with 50 runs from four overs.
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