He scored 156 runs at an average of 31.20 in IPL 2025.
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) recorded their worst performance in the Indian Premier League (IPL) history. The franchise finished last in the points table for the first time in its 18-year journey in the tournament. Their struggles were not restricted to a single department; CSK struggled in all three areas- batting, bowling, and fielding. However, the most glaring issue was the lack of intent shown by their batters. The five-time champions scored runs at a strike rate of 139.04 in the entire season, the slowest among all teams. Chennai also registered the second-lowest number of fours (199) and sixes (102) after Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in IPL 2025.
MAL
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HKG
–
WI
–
AUS
–
WI
–
AUS
–
RWA
49/10
BHN
163/6
Bahrain beat Rwanda by 114 runs
BHN
114/2
ML
113/9
Bahrain beat Malawi by 8 wickets
RWA
–
ML
–
ROM
128/9
AUST
129/3
Austria won by 7 wickets
HUN
93/10
ROM
94/0
Romania beat Hungary by 10 wickets
HUN
148/8
LUX
78/10
Hungary beat Luxembourg by 70 runs
ROM
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LUX
–
HUN
–
AUST
–
AUST
–
LUX
–
ALZ
114/2
RPH
108/6
Alby Zalmi CC won by 8 wickets
MAR
102/7
HDN
104/1
Huddinge beat Marsta CC by 9 wickets
MAR
93/8
ALZ
118/7
Alby Zalmi CC beat Marsta CC by 25 runs
HDN
188/2
RPH
135/4
Huddinge beat Rising Phoenix by 53 runs
MAR
110/6
HDN
195/1
Huddinge beat Marsta CC by 85 runs
ALZ
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JIHCC
–
RPH
–
MAR
–
JIHCC
–
ALZ
–
RPH
–
JIHCC
–
ALZ
–
RPH
–
BOT-W
–
MWW-W
–
EWW-W
–
LSN-W
–
RWA-W
–
SLO-W
–
CW-W
–
MZW-W
–
FEK
175/6
RLC
133/6
Fakhr-E-Kashmir beat Royal Lions CC by 42 runs
KRMPS
189/7
ALECC
79/4
GUJCC
–
SUL
–
FRC
79/3
UTC
77/7
Fatemi Resources Cricket Club beat Utkal Cricket Club by 7 wickets
JBK
97/3
MKP
99/4
MR KB Putrajaya won by 6 wickets
KLG
61/6
MXC
62/5
Maxx Cricket Club beat KL Gladiators by 5 wickets
SWCL
119/2
MBMS
–
Match abandoned due to rain
FRC
–
KLG
–
JBK
–
SWCL
–
UTC
–
MXC
–
MKP
–
MBMS
–
KNY
124/8
UGA
125/4
Uganda beat Kenya by 6 wickets
NIG
105/9
NBA
99/8
Nigeria beat Namibia A by 6 runs
UAE
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NIG
–
KNY
–
NBA
–
YAR
203/9
MMS
212/5
Mahe Megalo Strikers beat Yanam Royals by 9 runs
MAK
166/3
ASS
165/7
Mis Ainak Knights won by 7 wickets
BAD
177/7
SGT
178/6
Speen Ghar Tigers beat Band-e-Amir Dragons by 4 wickets
MAK
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BDS
–
ASS
–
SGT
–
WIU19-W
–
USAU19-W
–
PNC
198/5
SAC
167/9
Pakistan Champions beat South Africa Champions by 31 runs
IAC
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AAC
–
PNC
–
WIC
–
NZ
–
SA
–
IRE-W
–
ZIM-W
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The underwhelming campaign led to some changes in the last few games. CSK, a team known for reviving the careers of senior cricketers, handed debuts to youngsters like Ayush Mhatre, Urvil Patel and Dewald Brevis. Stand-in captain MS Dhoni also hinted at potential changes in the IPL 2026 mini-auction. Hence, CSK are expected to part ways with senior players, including Devon Conway. While Conway’s CSK stint may be closing, a new chapter awaits at KKR, where his wicket-keeping and stylish batting may fill a crucial vacuum.
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The Knight Riders have failed to replace former captain Dinesh Karthik. They have tried Sam Billings, KS Bharat, Quinton de Kock, and Rahmanullah Gurbaz, but none have made a lasting impact. Kolkata had the second-worst strike rate after CSK and recorded the fewest boundaries among all teams. De Kock registered the lowest strike rate (129.91) among the KKR’s top six batters. The southpaw batter accumulated just 152 runs in eight innings, with the highest score of 97. On the other hand, Gurbaz featured in five matches and managed 74 runs, averaging 18.50.
That’s where the New Zealand batter could fit in perfectly. Conway can open the innings alongside Sunil Narine and don the gloves. Additionally, he is also a gun fielder. The southpaw batter plays spin exceptionally well and possesses the ability to shift gears when required. Though the 34-year-old had a modest IPL season, amassing 156 runs in six appearances, averaging 31.20 and striking at 131.09, his vast experience across different conditions and franchise leagues adds value to any top order.
Eden Gardens has historically assisted the spinners. With world-class spinners like Sunil Narine and Varun Chakravarthy already in the squad, KKR might offer spin-friendly pitches in the upcoming edition again. Notably, Conway already has a fifty to his name at Eden Gardens in just two outings, a promising sign for a potential move to Kolkata.
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