In a dramatic twist in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) delivered a crucial blow to Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)'s playoff hopes with a nail-biting two-wicket victory. Defending a target of 180, KKR initially seemed in control, reducing CSK to 60-5 within the powerplay. However, the game turned when Dewald Brevis was dropped at a critical moment, leading to a spectacular recovery.

Brevis, who scored a rapid 52 off 25 balls, including multiple sixes and fours, partnered with Shivam Dube to steer CSK towards the target. Despite Brevis's dismissal, Dube continued the charge, eventually falling in the penultimate over. The legendary MS Dhoni ensured the win with an unbeaten 17, sealing the victory with just two balls remaining.

Earlier, KKR had posted a competitive total of 179-6, thanks to contributions from Ajinkya Rahane (48), Andre Russell (38), and *Manish Pandey (36). Ravindra Jadeja** also made history, becoming CSK's all-time leading wicket-taker in the IPL with 141 wickets.

This result leaves KKR's playoff chances hanging by a thread, requiring them to win their remaining matches and rely on other results to go their way. CSK, on the other hand, keeps their slim hopes alive in the race for the top four.