Rajasthan Royals capped off their IPL 2025 season with a commanding six-wicket victory over Chennai Super Kings. Despite a brief middle-overs wobble, brilliant half-century from Vaibhav Suryavanshi and a blistering finish from Dhruv Jurel, coupled with a disciplined bowling effort led by Akash Madhwal, ensured the Royals chased down 188 with 17 balls to spare, ending their campaign on a high.
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