South African youngster Dewald Brevis made an eye-catching debut for Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in their IPL 2025 clash against Sunrisers Hyderabad on April 25 at the MA Chidambaram Stadium. Although he narrowly missed out on a half-century, his composed and aggressive innings won the hearts of fans. Walking in during a tense moment with CSK reeling at 47/3, Brevis played a crucial role in stabilizing the innings alongside Ravindra Jadeja.
While Jadeja departed for 21, Brevis continued to score freely before his knock was ended by an excellent catch from Kamindu Mendis. He scored a quick 42 off just 25 deliveries, featuring one boundary and four sixes, showcasing both his maturity and power-hitting skills.
Trademark No-Look Six Steals the Spotlight
Brevis’s debut innings was highlighted by his trademark no-look six, a shot that has become synonymous with his flamboyant style. It came in the 12th over when he launched an attack on Kamindu Mendis, smashing the bowler for three towering sixes. On the first ball of the over, Mendis delivered a tossed-up ball on the leg stump, which Brevis effortlessly sent sailing over long-on.
Only a catch like that could’ve stopped that cameo from Brevis! 🤯
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What stunned fans and commentators alike was that Brevis kept his head down and didn’t even watch the ball sail over the ropes—a signature no-look six that sent the Chennai crowd into a frenzy. This electrifying moment marked the young batter’s formal arrival on the big stage, living up to his nickname “Baby AB” and leaving a lasting impression.
CSK Struggles Post Brevis Dismissal
Dewald Brevis made his debut for Chennai Super Kings in the IPL 2025 season on Friday, stepping in as a replacement for the injured Gurjapneet Singh. The young South African made an immediate impact, scoring a brisk 42 off just 25 deliveries, which included one boundary and four powerful sixes.
Aside from Brevis and teenage batter Ayush Mhatre, who chipped in with 30 runs, the rest of the CSK lineup failed to make a significant contribution. The team struggled against a disciplined Sunrisers Hyderabad bowling attack and was eventually bowled out for 154 runs. Harshal Patel stood out with the ball for Hyderabad, delivering an impressive spell of 4 wickets for 28 runs in his four overs.
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