Rajasthan Royals (RR) opened their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 campaign with a thrilling 6-run victory over Chennai Super Kings in Guwahati, securing their first win of the season under stand-in captain Riyan Parag. Despite putting up 182/9 on the board, Parag felt his team fell short with the bat but made up for it with an excellent bowling and fielding display.