IPL 2025: Jitesh Sharma Breaks MS Dhoni’s Record in RCB’s Historic Win

The season of IPL 2025 has been nothing less than spectacular, and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) plotted yet another thrilling page from its history book by clinching a sensational win over Lucknow Super Giants (LSG). The game witnessed Jitesh Sharma give a record-breaking show, breaking the milestone achieved by the legendary MS Dhoni in a knife-edge chase.

A Chase for the Ages

RCB were presented with a steep target of 227 runs, courtesy a record 118-run individual score by Rishabh Pant, set by LSG. A good start in the chase was provided by the opening duo of Phil Salt (30) and Virat Kohli (54), but the middle-order collapse saw RCB tottering at 123/4 in the 12th over. Enter Jitesh Sharma, who turned the game on its head with an explosive 85 off 33 balls*, forging a crucial 107-run partnership with Mayank Agarwal (41 off 23 balls).

Breaking MS Dhoni’s Record

Jitesh Sharma’s unbeaten 85 set a new IPL record for the highest score by a No. 6 or lower-order batsman in a successful run chase, surpassing MS Dhoni’s 70-run effort against RCB in IPL 2018. His fearless batting, combined with a strike rate of 257.58, ensured RCB’s victory with eight balls to spare.

RCB’s Historic Feat

This victory was not only a record-breaking show—it was RCB coming back to Qualifier 1 in nine years. RCB also became the first team in IPL history to win all seven away matches in a season, breaking records held before by Kolkata Knight Riders and Mumbai Indians.

Final Thoughts

Jitesh Sharma's knock will be etched in IPL history as one of the match-winning innings. His pressure-handling skills and ability to perform under pressure have ranked him among the game's best finishers. As RCB prepares to play Qualifier 1 against Punjab Kings, the fans can't wait for more fireworks from Sharma and his squad.

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