IPL 2025: Is This The Last Of Kohli v Dhoni? Relive The Iconic Rivalry In Images

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Last Updated:May 03, 2025, 13:57 IST

Let's relive the classic rivalry between the two legends, Kohli and Dhoni, and see what we have to look forward to tonight in what could be their final encounter!

A possible end of an era nears us, as tonight’s IPL 2025 encounter between the Royal Challengers Bengaluru and the Chennai Super Kings might just be the last time that ‘King’ Kohli and ‘Thala’ Dhoni face off against each other.

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RCB currently are on top of the world (and the IPL 2025 standings too almost), having accumulated 14 points in their 10 games so far, sitting at third place in the table, tied with GT and MI on points. (AP)

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CSK, on the other hand, have had a dismal season, becoming the first team to be eliminated from playoff contention, having mustered an embarrassing 4 points from their 10 matches so far. (AP)

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RCB also embarrassed CSK in the previous outing this season, breaking their 18-year jinx of losing at Chepauk in dominant fashion with a 50-run win. (Sportzpics)

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This year, Kohli has been in superb form, scoring 443 runs from 10 innings, compared to Dhoni, who has contributed 151 runs from as many innings, primarily playing the role of a finisher for his side. (AP)

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However, historically, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have been MS Dhoni's favourite opponents, and he has the most runs (894 runs) against them among all IPL teams. (Sportzpics)

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Kohli’s highest score against CSK stands at 90, while Dhoni’s best against RCB is 84. Both are innings remembered for their explosive impact and nostalgia. (AFP)

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Dhoni will also be aiming to break a record tonight with one mere stumping, which will make him the first wicket-keeper to reach 200 dismissals in the IPL. (AFP)

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Dhoni also needs just 1 six to complete 50 sixes vs RCB in the IPL, while Kohli needs 1 six of his own to complete 150 sixes in Bengaluru in T20s. (AP)

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This clash will not only see two cricketing giants battle for supremacy but might also see them bring the curtains down on a historic rivalry. (AFP)

IPL 2025: Is This The Last Of Kohli v Dhoni? Relive The Iconic Rivalry In Images

Let's relive the classic rivalry between the two legends, Kohli and Dhoni, and see what we have to look forward to tonight in what could be their final encounter!

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