The famous "Dhoni Review System" made a great comeback during the IPL 2025 match Chennai Super Kings (CSK) played against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on Monday. It happened on the last ball of the 4th over when CSK fast bowler Anshul Kamboj bowled a delivery that hit Nicholas Pooran on the pads. The umpire did not give it out, but Kamboj was sure it was hitting the stumps.

He asked MS Dhoni to take the review. Dhoni, with a smile, agreed after thinking for a few seconds. The Decision Review System (DRS) showed that the ball was going on to hit the stumps. Pooran was given out for just 8 runs, and fans were happy to see the "Dhoni Review System" back in action. Earlier, CSK won the toss and chose to bowl first in the 30th match of the IPL 2025 season, held at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow. Dhoni said there might be dew later, and the pitch would become better for batting. He added, "We need to play with the right mindset. Our bowling has been good, but we need to improve our batting."

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Dhoni Review System Returns in IPL 2025 After MS Dhoni's Reluctant DRS Call

CSK made two changes in their playing XI. Ravichandran Ashwin and Devon Conway were left out, and Sheik Rashid and Jamie Overton came in. LSG also made one change as Mitchell Marsh replaced Himmat Singh. LSG captain Rishabh Pant said he would have also liked to bowl first.

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"In Lucknow, the pitch is slow at the start but gets better later. We just want to play good cricket and give our best," Pant said. The match began with excitement, and Dhoni's DRS moment made it even more special. The match had plenty of crazy moments, but Dhoni’s cool and calm decision was to take the review in the high-pressure match for CSK. Even after so many years, his sharp thinking and calm nature continue to win hearts. The return of the “Dhoni Review System” brought every cricket fan’s face a smile and reminded us why Dhoni is still one of the smartest players in the cricket world. It was one of those simple yet special moments that make the IPL so enjoyable to watch.

Anshul Kamboj, Haryana’s fast-bowling sensation, made headlines with an extraordinary performance in the Ranji Trophy, capturing all ten wickets in an innings against Kerala. The third bowler to achieve this rare feat in the tournament's history, Kamboj’s incredible haul of 10 for 49 at the Chaudhary Bansi Lal Stadium in Lahli not only etched his name in the annals of Ranji history but also marked the best bowling figures by a Haryana bowler. This achievement places him in an elite club of Indian bowlers who have taken all ten wickets in a first-class cricket innings, an accomplishment previously achieved by only a few.

Anshul Kamboj’s ten-wicket magic makes history in Ranji Trophy

The feat was achieved on the third day of the fifth round of the 2024-25 season. Kamboj, needing just two more wickets at the start of the day, completed his spell with figures of 30.1-9-49-10, surpassing Joginder Sharma’s long-standing Haryana record of 8 for 24 set in 2004-05. Besides Kamboj, the only other bowlers to take all ten wickets in an innings in Ranji history are Bengal’s Premangsu Chatterjee in the 1956-57 season and Rajasthan’s Pradeep Sunderam in 1985-86.

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From small-town beginnings to big achievements

Born in the boxing hub of Karnal, Haryana, Kamboj’s path to cricket was unconventional. Growing up playing in open fields, it wasn’t until he was 14 that he took the game seriously. Kamboj’s journey to the Haryana team and beyond, including a stint with the Mumbai Indians in the IPL, is a testament to his dedication and skill. After narrowly missing a chance with India’s Under-19 squad, his breakthrough came as he emerged as the third-highest wicket-taker in Haryana’s successful Vijay Hazare Trophy run, capturing 17 wickets across ten games.

Kamboj’s stellar performance has been building for months. Earlier in the season, playing for India C in the Duleep Trophy, he recorded figures of 8 for 69, claiming wickets of prominent domestic players like Sarfaraz Khan, Rinku Singh, and N Jagadeesan. His form continued at the T20 Asia Cup, where he was part of the India Emerging squad and played a match-winning role against Pakistan Shaheens.

This recent 10-wicket achievement adds to Kamboj’s already impressive resume and could raise his profile in the upcoming IPL mega auction, especially after he just missed an uncapped retention with Mumbai Indians.

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Kamboj’s consistent form throughout the year and his recent record-breaking performance have made him one of the most promising young talents in Indian cricket. With the IPL 2025 mega auction approaching, the 10-wicket feat serves as a timely reminder of Kamboj’s potential. As an uncapped player, his skill and resilience make him one of the most sought-after bowlers, especially among teams looking to strengthen their bowling lineup.

In total, only six Indian players have claimed ten wickets in a single first-class innings, with Kamboj now joining the ranks of legends like Anil Kumble, who famously achieved a similar feat in a Test match. As the Ranji season unfolds, Kamboj’s journey stands as an inspiration for young cricketers, proving that grit and determination can lead to historic achievements on the field.