IPL 2025: What caused Devon Conway to leave the game during the Chennai Super Kings’ pursuit of PBKS? An explanation of the reason

During CSK’s 220-run pursuit, an intriguing occurrence happened. Devon Conway, the Kiwi and CSK opener, was playing a strong innings, anchoring one end and, when able, giving the run rate the push it needed. Although the necessary run rate was much too high during the innings, it appeared that it might drop significantly if MS Dhoni got going. He really started going, and until they got out, it looked like he and Conway would be leading the club to the final ball.

“Devon Conway is more of a ball timer.

On Tuesday, April 8, Punjab Kings (PBKS) hosted Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in IPL 2025 Match 22 at Mullanpur. Although the home team prevailed by 18 runs, the game was expected to get much closer at one point than the score indicates.

When Devon Conway reached 69 off 49 balls, the CSK management made the decision to retire him at 17.5 overs and replace him with Ravindra Jadeja. Many viewers and followers expressed surprise on social media, expressing confusion about the choice. Supporters began to speculate that the club had brought Conway back into the dugout because they likely wanted new hands and legs in the middle for the final two overs.

Jadeja finished up at 9 off 5 balls, though, and was unable to do much. Despite having a lot on their plate, CSK lost their fourth game of the season.

CSK captain Ruturaj Gaikwad explained Conway’s retirement after the game.

incredibly helpful at the top of the hierarchy. Jaddu, you know the batsman is having trouble, and his function is very different. When we felt it was essential, we made the change after waiting for him to time it,” Gaikwad added.

Two players have already retired from the IPL 2025. The first one, against the Lucknow Super Giants, was Tilak Varma. Devon Conway retirement elicited a range of reactions, just as his did.