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‘After Sakshi bhabhi, I am the only guy…’: Ravindra Jadeja teases MS Dhoni | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: MS Dhoni is known for his calm demeanour on the field, rarely allowing his emotions to overpower him. But last year's IPL final saw the other side of the 'Captain Cool' when his emotions ran high after Ravindra Jadeja guided CSK to their fifth IPL title.In the crucial 15th and final over of the rain-marred match, CSK found themselves in a precarious situation, requiring 10 runs off the last two balls.It was then that the seasoned Jadeja turned the tide in his team's favour, smashing medium-pacer Mohit Sharma for a six and a four.What followed next left an indelible mark in the hearts of fans as Dhoni was seen embracing and lifting Jadeja for his stellar performance.Recalling the incident during the promotional event on Thursday, Jadeja tickled his funny bone saying probably h...
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IPL 2024: Why Shivam Dube is thriving at Chennai Super Kings | Cricket News – Times of India

Shivam Dube seems to have taken off from the last season. On Tuesday night, the big-hitting Mumbaikar's blazing 23-ball 51, which included five sixes, helped the Chennai Super Kings score 206 for six in 20 overs and eventually score a 63-run win over Gujarat Titans.ROLE CLARITY AT CSKHe played for the Royal Challengers Bangalore and Rajasthan Royals, but Dube seems to have found his mojo under MS Dhoni at CSK.The brief to him is very simple: Go and attack spin without fear. It has resulted in Dube smashed 57 sixes, including 35 sixes-the most by any Indian player in any edition of the IPL-in CSK's victorious campaign last year. After his latest heroics, Dube spoke about the freedom that CSK leadership has given him has worked to his advantage. "This franchise (CSK) is something differen...
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IPL 2024: CSK’s Rachin Ravindra purchased for Rs 1.8 crore, proving to be a steal | Cricket News – Times of India

CHENNAI: Rachin Ravindra’s IPL career may be just two matches old, but the thrill-a-minute opener has already illustrated that he is a box-office T20 player in Indian conditions. After enjoying a dream IPL debut against Royal Challengers Bengaluru with a 15-ball 37, Ravindra tormented the Gujarat Titans bowling attack by smashing 46 off just 20 deliveries.With back to back impactful knocks, the Kiwi batter has not only massively contributed to CSK’s successive victories but also ensured that the team is not missing the services of first-choice overseas opener Devon Conway (who is on the sidelines with a thumb injury). Ravindra’s high returns are a reward for CSK’s forward thinking and smart work at the auction. Even though the southpaw displayed his batting might on Indian pitches in th...
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‘Looked like we were watching a 22-year-old…’: Former India wicket-keeper on MS Dhoni’s stunning catch | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: In Chennai Super Kings' impressive 63-run victory over the Gujarat Titans in the IPL 2024, Mahendra Singh Dhoni left spectators awestruck with an extraordinary diving catch of Vijay Shankar. The catch was so remarkable that former India wicketkeeper-batter Parthiv Patel likened Dhoni's agility to his younger self, suggesting that the 22-year-old version of Dhoni was back on the field.The electrifying moment occurred at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, where the home crowd erupted in jubilation as Dhoni exhibited his lightning-quick reflexes to pouch Shankar's wicket off all-rounder Daryl Mitchell's delivery. According to the host broadcasters, Dhoni stretched an impressive distance of 2.27 meters to complete the sensational catch, further cementing his reputation as one of the fin...
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‘Is there any Indian who hits sixes better than him?’: Former cricketer advocates for this CSK batter’s inclusion in T20 World Cup squad | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Former India opener Aakash Chopra has showered praise on Chennai Super Kings batter Shivam Dube, asserting that the left-hander should be a part of the Indian squad for the ICC T20 World Cup 2024, following his outstanding performance against Gujarat Titans in the ongoing Indian Premier League 2024 fixture.CSK clinched a comprehensive 63-run win over GT at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, maintaining their stronghold at the fortress of Chepauk.Dube's remarkable knock of 51 from just 23 balls, featuring five sixes and two fours at a staggering strike rate of 221.74, earned him the Player of the Match award.Speaking on his YouTube channel, Chopra lauded Dube's explosive batting prowess, particularly highlighting his ability to dispatch the ball for sixes with remarkable c...
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‘Tiger abhi zinda hai’: How cricketers reacted to *that* MS Dhoni catch in CSK vs GT IPL 2024 game

Former India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni made jaws drop with an incredible catch in the Chennai Super Kings’ victory over Gujarat Titans in their second IPL 2024 game on Tuesday night. The CSK faithful were initially left disappointed that MSD didn’t not face a single ball in the first innings at Chepauk, with Shivam Dube (51), Ruturaj Gaikwad (46) and Rachin Ravindra (46) propelling CSK to a competitive target of 206/6. But Dhoni still managed to bring the roof down at the MA Chidambaram Stadium when he dove to his right to take an acrobatic catch and send Vijay Shankar back to the hut off the bowling of Daryl Mitchell. The broadcasters later revealed that the 42-year-old Dhoni’s dive was measured at 2.27m. While fans in Chepauk and on social media were left amazed, even those who hav...
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Why the bouncer is no longer a threat to CSK’s Shivam Dube

IT was the 14th delivery that Shivam Dube faced on Tuesday night. Seconds after Spencer Johnson ran in and delivered a well-directed, shoulder-high bouncer, the 33,400-odd spectators at Chepauk cleared the throat for the umpteenth time on the night. There was something about the roar as Dube got inside the line of the ball and deposited Johnson well into the stands beyond deep fine-leg. For a batsman, who has been at unease when facing chin music, Dube did well. The reward for all the hard work he had been putting behind the scenes in domestic cricket, to confront the short-ball challenge. In the middle, Johnson had a quizzical face. The rest of his Gujarat Titans teammates looked shell shocked. At the Chennai Super Kings dug-out, there were high-fives among the support-staff. “I know t...
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IPL 2024: Two bouncers an over, hosts dominant and India shining | Cricket News – Times of India

There were plenty of talking points in the first six games of the IPLHosts dominatingSix games into the IPL and already there is a bit of a trend developing. All the wins have gone to the home team. CSK, RR, PBKS, KKR, GT, RCB have won in their home venues. Will be interesting to see if this continues.Trash or treasureFormer India left-arm spinner Murali Kartik's comment on RCB's latest acquisition, Yash Dayal set social media ablaze.After an impressive first three overs against PBKS, Kartik, while praising the bowler and his move from GT, said, "Someone's trash is someone's treasure. After the game which RCB won, the franchise posted a picture of him with an emphatic, "He's treasure. Period."Indian players shining"Where talent meets opportunity", is the motto of the Indian Premier Leag...
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IPL 2024: RCB’s Virat Kohli proves a point ahead of T20 WC | Cricket News – Times of India

BENGALURU: Over the years, Virat Kohli has followed a familiar template in the shorter format. The RCB star accelerates gradually after having spent some time in the middle. But on Monday night against Punjab Kings, one witnessed Kohli take an aggressive route from the outset while scoring a match-winning 49-ball 77 at the Chinnaswamy stadium. The way Kohli paced his innings in a dominating fashion stood out as much as the manner in which he smashed the Punjab bowlers on both sides of the wicket. In a post-match interview, Kohli had a clear message for his detractors: “I know my name is quite attached to just promoting the game in many parts of the world when it comes to T20 cricket. But, I’ve still got it, I guess.” Kohli slammed five fours in the first eight balls he faced, something ...
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‘Mera hukum hai…’ – Mrs & Mr Ravindra Jadeja’s Instagram banter delights fans | Cricket News – Times of India

When Ravindra Jadeja's wife, Rivaba, posted an image in front of her husband's picture at the Chennai Super Kings' (CSK) team hotel in Chennai, the CSK allrounder's response to the post delighted his fans. Rivaba got herself clicked wearing a t-shirt with 'Hukum' (Hindi for 'order') written on it and posted the image on Instagram. To that Jadeja replied: "Mera hukum hai room aao jaldi (my order is come back to the room quickly)".The CSK players are allowed to travel with their families during the IPL, which also helps the players to stay stress-free and handle the constant on-field pressure. The defending champions, who have won the IPL five times, will host 2022 winners Gujarat Titans in what will be a repat of the 2023 final where Jadeja's heroics helped CSK beat the Titans. The victo...
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IPL 2024: Gujarat Titans’ TN factor can make it tough for Chennai Super Kings | Cricket News – Times of India

Three Chennai-based players in Titans' XI will look to prove themselves at 'home'CHENNAI: If there is one IPL venue which Gujarat Titans can call home away from home, it is the MA Chidambaram Stadium, given the strong Tamil Nadu influence in their squad.The Titans playing pack comprises five TN members, who know the Chepauk pitches like the back of their palms. The TN group's 'local' knowledge will be worth its weight in gold when GT cross swords with reigning champions Chennai Super Kings in a repeat of last year's final, on Tuesday.The beauty of franchise cricket is such that the visiting Titans side will consist of five 'locals', while Super Kings, the only IPL team from the state, have none from the region. After featuring in the thrilling victory over Mumbai Indians in Ahmedabad on...
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IPL 2024: Sri Lanka’s Matheesha Pathirana reaches Chennai, will join CSK squad soon | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Matheesha Pathirana's manager, Amila Kalugalage, has confirmed that the talented Sri Lankan pacer has arrived in Chennai and is set to link up with the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) squad imminently.Pathirana had been sidelined due to a hamstring injury sustained during the second T20I of the series against Bangladesh. Consequently, he missed out CSK's season opener against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB).In a recent update, Kalugalage took to X (formerly Twitter) to share a photo of Pathirana, affirming his presence in Chennai and signaling his impending inclusion in the CSK squad.“Wanakkam Chennai, he (Matheesha Pathirana) has just landed in Chennai,” wrote Kalugalage on X.Despite being the highest wicket-taker for the franchise in the previous IPL season, with an impressive ...
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‘That’s what I have learnt…’: Shivam Dube credits MS Dhoni for his finishing skills | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: India all-rounder Shivam Dube attributes his knack for finishing crunch games to the guidance of his legendary Chennai Super Kings (CSK) teammate, MS Dhoni, renowned for his exceptional finishing skills in cricket.Dhoni, widely regarded as one of the finest finishers in the history of world cricket, has been a mentor figure for Dube, who played a pivotal role in CSK's thrilling six-wicket victory over Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the IPL opener on Friday.Also See: IPL 2024 ScheduleReflecting on his match-winning performance, Dube expressed his delight at contributing to CSK's victory, stating, "Finishing the game for Chennai is always something that amazes me. That's what I have learnt from Mahi bhai, and I try to do it every game."Dube's crucial 34-run cameo, coupled...
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‘I was shocked..’: Shivam Dube on MS Dhoni giving captaincy to Ruturaj Gaikwad | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Bangladesh speedster Mustafizur Rahman claimed four wickets as the reigning champions Chennai Super Kings kicked off their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 campaign on a high note. The five-time titleholders secured a six-wicket victory over Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the MA Chidambaram Stadium on Friday.This triumph marked the maiden win for CSK's newly appointed captain Ruturaj Gaikwad who was entrusted with the significant role by the legendary Mahendra Singh Dhoni just a day prior to the opening match of the season.Following the game, Shivam Dube, who contributed an unbeaten 34 off 28 balls to CSK's victory, shared his thoughts on playing under the leadership of the new CSK captain, Gaikwad.“I found out two days ago and I was shocked. I think he’s handed it to the per...
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‘Ruturaj ka bhi chehra dikha do…’: Virender Sehwag’s humorous remark during IPL 2024 opener | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Chennai Super Kings (CSK) kicked off their IPL 2024 campaign on a high note under the leadership of new skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad, securing a convincing six-wicket win against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB).Gaikwad's captaincy drew praise from spectators and analysts alike for steering the team to a successful start in the tournament. However, during the match, attention was diverted towards former captain MS Dhoni, who was seen actively setting the field, with the camera frequently focusing on him.In a light-hearted moment during the commentary, former cricketer Virender Sehwag, providing Haryanvi commentary for Jio Cinema, humorously remarked, "Bhai Ruturaj ka bhi chehra dikha do ek do baar, vo bhi captain hai. Sirf Dhoni ka hi chehra dikha raha hai (Brother, please show R...
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‘He might not…’: Chris Gayle’s predictions for MS Dhoni in IPL 2024 | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Former West Indies opener Chris Gayle shared his insights into the strategy behind Chennai Super Kings' (CSK) decision to appoint Ruturaj Gaikwad as captain for the IPL 2024 season, hinting at potential breaks for the legendary MS Dhoni during the tournament.Gayle emphasized the likelihood of Dhoni not featuring in every match, suggesting a possible hiatus midway through the season. "He (MS Dhoni) might not play all games. There may be a little break in between for him. That's why the decision. But MSD will go well, don't worry about that," Gayle remarked during an interview on Jio Cinema.Gayle's remarks were made prior to the CSK vs RCB IPL 2024 opener in Chennai, shedding light on the strategic move to transfer captaincy to Gaikwad to manage Dhoni's workload effectively.Des...
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AB de Villiers points out MS Dhoni’s ‘huge mistake’ in leaving CSK captaincy – Times of India

NEW DELHI: The highly anticipated season-opener of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 witnessed Chennai Super Kings (CSK) locking horns with Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in Chennai on Friday. Amid the fervour surrounding the mega clash, former RCB stalwart AB de Villiers didn't mince words when commenting on MS Dhoni's decision to relinquish his captaincy in favour of Ruturaj Gaikwad before the opening game.LIVE UPDATES: CSK vs RCB"I think it's a huge mistake. To me, MS Dhoni is five guys in the team as captain. Will that work together? I am not sure. We will have to wait and see. I do think it's a mistake. What happened last time is similar. I feel CSK's all about MS Dhoni's leadership. And his captaincy will be a mistake," remarked de Villiers during his stint as a cricket anal...
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‘It’s been a while…’: Virat Kohli eager to reconnect with MS Dhoni in IPL 2024 opener – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) stalwart Virat Kohli has voiced his excitement about the forthcoming showdown against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) on Friday in the Indian Premier League (IPL) season opener, expressing eagerness to reconnect with cricketing legend MS Dhoni.Kohli, renowned as the highest run-getter in IPL history, shared his sentiments in a recent episode of RCB's Bold Diaries, highlighting the significance of the impending encounter against CSK. With a staggering record of 7263 runs in 237 matches and 229 innings, including seven centuries and 50 fifties, Kohli's stature as a formidable force in the tournament is unparalleled."Playing against Chennai is obviously always a special occasion, a big game. You know, the Southern Derby as they call it. Yeah, it's nic...
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‘Jadeja went into…’: CSK coach Stephen Fleming after Ruturaj Gaikwad replaces MS Dhoni as captain | Cricket News – Times of India

CHENNAI: Two years ago, when MS Dhoni handed over the captaincy reins to Ravindra Jadeja, things didn’t go too well for CSK. But coach Stephen Fleming feels this time, things will be handled better as Ruturaj Gaikwad takes charge of the hugely successful IPL franchise. “To be honest, the leadership group was not ready for Dhoni to step aside last time around. This year, we will be working very hard to have a leadership plan in place,” Fleming said ahead of CSK’s practice session at the MA Chidambaram Stadium on Thursday evening.Also See: CSK vs RCB Live ScoreThe coach said Ruturaj was being groomed for the job, but it was Dhoni’s call at the end of the day. “MS took the call after much consideration. After last year, when we won the title, he felt that this was the best time (to hand th...
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IPL 2024: MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli will still hold centerstage but Ruturaj Gaikwad’s elevation adds a twist to opening night

The stage was set. One player who hasn’t played a game since the last Indian Premier League season, and is the darling of the masses. Another, who the whole of India is waiting to return to action, with questions still lingering in the air as to how he would use the IPL to confirm his spot in the T20 World Cup squad.MS Dhoni vs Virat Kohli. Chennai Super Kings vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru. It seemed to be the ideal curtain-raiser for a party that would go on for two months. But courtesy of a last-minute decision, the spotlight will now be trained on Ruturaj Gaikwad, CSK’s new captain. Mehekegi fizaChamkega samaaChadhega paaraJab maidaan mein utregaCricket ka har ek sitaara ✨#CSKvRCB in #IPLonJioCinema, sirf ek din door pic.twitter.com/WRGHhCvRcz — JioCinema (@JioCinema) March 21, 202...