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MS Dhoni lauds Ravindra Jadeja for his last over heroics against GT in 2023 IPL final: ‘Looking at the TV, it looks easy but..’

MS Dhoni recently reflected on the dying moment’s of last year’s Indian Premier League final against Gujarat Titans when Chennai Super Kings needed 10 runs from 2 balls and Jadeja scored a four and a six to guide the franchise to their 5th title. “And this situation also, you know I was quite confident, Jaddu has the talent and mindset to achieve the target. But again, it’s not definitely that this is what will happen. It was a very memorable innings. You know the few sixes that he hit before the last ball. I think those were very difficult,” Dhoni said lauding Jadeja. “Looking at the TV, it looks easy but now that I bat down the the order, I know how difficult it is to get that kind of elevation and win it with a six. And at the same time, everybody is under pressure. The opposition wa...
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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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WATCH: ‘Simply remarkable…’: Sachin Tendulkar and Hardik Pandya doff their hats to Rohit Sharma | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Rohit Sharma has become the first player to feature in 200 matches for Mumbai Indians, solidifying his status as one of the franchise's most iconic figures in a historic moment for the Indian Premier League. The milestone was celebrated by cricketing legend Sachin Tendulkar, who reminisced about his role in bringing Rohit to Mumbai Indians, stating, "Long time ago, I was having a discussion with Mrs Ambani that we have to bring Rohit to Mumbai Indians." Tendulkar hailed Rohit's achievements, calling them "simply remarkable."Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya also expressed his admiration for Rohit, saying, "You’ve been one of the pillars of this franchise who has achieved so much under your belt.Ro, you’re known for your double centuries, I’m sure this will also be special....
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Rohit Sharma joins MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli in this elite IPL list | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Rohit Sharma on Wednesday became the first player to feature in 200 IPL matches for Mumbai Indians, solidifying his status as one of the franchise's most iconic figures. This milestone places him in elite company alongside Virat Kohli (Royal Challengers Bengaluru) and MS Dhoni (Chennai Super Kings), who have also reached the 200-game mark with their respective franchises.Rohit's 200th appearance for Mumbai Indians marks his 245th IPL match overall, a testament to his enduring presence and impact in the tournament.Only MS Dhoni surpasses him in the number of IPL appearances, with 252 matches to his name.The Mumbai Indians stalwart has been an integral part of the franchise for 14 IPL editions, showcasing remarkable consistency and loyalty. Since joining the team in 2011, Rohit...
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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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IPL 2024: How MS Dhoni is using the ‘Impact Player’ rule | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: The 'Impact Player' rule, according to Michael Hussey, the batting coach for the Chennai Super Kings, has extended their batting order, enabling former captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni to bat as late as number eight in this IPL.With the implementation of the 'Impact Player' rule in the 2023 edition, each franchise is now allowed to designate five substitutes, one of whom may enter the game as a substitute.On Tuesday, CSK defeated Gujarat Titans in Chennai by scoring 206 for six, which was enough to win the game.Even though his admirers were growing a little impatient, Dhoni did not appear to be coming in with seven hitters out to bat."It's definitely been a directive from head coach (Stephen) Fleming to keep pushing the game forward. The 'Impact Player' has lengthened the batting...
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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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Watch: Fans peep through railway station vents to watch CSK-RCB IPL opener | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: A viral video circulating on social media captures the sheer enthusiasm of fans resorting to unconventional methods to catch the action-packed clash between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) during the IPL 2024 season opener on March 22. The video displays a sizable crowd of cricket enthusiasts queuing up in front of vents at Chepauk railway station, ingeniously opting for a more budget-friendly yet adventurous approach to witness the highly anticipated showdown between CSK and RCB.Also See: How to watch IPL Cricket 2024The scene, captured in the video shared across various social media platforms, showcases the vibrant spirit of IPL fandom, where fans spare no effort to immerse themselves in the excitement of the game, even if it means unconventi...
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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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Deepak Chahar ‘confused’ who to look at for instructions on the field – MS Dhoni or CSK captain Ruturaj Gaikwad | Cricket News – Times of India

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) registered their second consecutive win of IPL 2024 in as many matches with a comprehensive 63-run victory over Gujarat Titans on Tuesday. And while Shivam Dube stole the show with his breezy half-century, Deepak Chahar's light-hearted comment on CSK captaincy after the match didn't go unnoticed. MS Dhoni had handed over the CSK captaincy to Ruturaj Gaikwad before the start of the season, but the former India skipper remains the man who the players look up to for guidance, besides skipper Gaikwad. So it was a valid question when batting legend Sunil Gavaskar asked Chahar after the match who he looks at for instructions on the field - Dhoni or Gaikwad. Chahar jokingly replied: "I got to look at Mahi (MSD) bhai and at Ruturaj - both of them these days for field p...
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Dhoni has worked personally on Shivam’s game: Chennai Super Kings skipper Gaikwad

Chennai Super Kings’ Shivam Dube played a key role as CSK beat Gujarat Titans by 63 runs. | Photo Credit: AFP Shivam Dube has worked on his weakness against short-ball quite well and it has a lot to do with Mahendra Singh Dhoni personally working with the beefy Mumbai man, said Chennai Super Kings skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad on Tuesday. Dube played a key role as CSK beat Gujarat Titans by 63 runs in an IPL game here. The left-handed batter smashed five sixes in his 23-ball 51 after his 34 not out in the opening victory against RCB and the most notable feature in his game is how he is managing the shortball. Early in his career, short ball had become his shortcoming but this season a transformed Dube has managed it well even when he looks a bit uncomfortable. "Just confidence. When he came ...
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CSK vs GT Emotional Rollercoaster: Comical fielding error, usual adulation for MS Dhoni, destruction from ‘Yuvraj Singh lite’

Chennai Super Kings dropped Maheesh Theekshana on Tuesday. Though it may raise eyebrows, the move to bring in Matheesha Pathirana made total sense.With Rachin Ravindra in the XI, who is also capable of bowling four overs, Chennai believe Pathirana will provide them with the edge. As far as Theekshana goes, since joining the Super Kings he hasn’t created the sort of impact that the team would have expected from him, especially in home conditions at the Chepauk. BRING IT ON! 🔥💪🏻#CSKvGT #WhistlePodu #Yellove 🦁💛 pic.twitter.com/zmnAjgFTLW — Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) March 26, 2024 In all of this, Mitchell Santner would feel hard done by. He had a superb outing for New Zealand at the last year’s World Cup at Chepauk. But he once again warmed the bench at Chepauk. Two cooks spoil the...
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IPL 2024: Chennai Super Kings showcase batting might as Shivam Dube stars in 63-run rout of Gujarat Titans at Chepauk

SYNOPSIS: With a batting template in tune with the demands of T20 cricket, Chennai Super Kings showed their might at home to bury Gujarat Titans by 63 runs for their second successive win. For a major part of the last decade, Chennai Super Kings’ template at home was to strangle opponents with their spinners. On the slow Chepauk pitches, where they enjoy a win percentage of over 70, this had been their success model. But with batting depth that extends all the way to No.9, CSK’s Plan A is to out-bat the opposition with sheer power. 2⃣ in 2⃣ for Chennai Super Kings 👏👏 That’s some start to #TATAIPL 2024 for the men in yellow 💛 Scorecard ▶️ https://t.co/9KKISx5poZ#TATAIPL | #CSKvGT | @ChennaiIPL pic.twitter.com/njrS8SkqcM — IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) March 26, 2024 And with a placid pitch...
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WATCH: MS Dhoni brings the roof off Chepauk with sensational diving catch, stretches 2.27m

The Chennai Super Kings loyalists, who craved for their former skipper to walk in to bat, were left disappointed for a second time when CSK innings ended on Tuesday without MS Dhoni coming in to bat. However, the 42-year-old amped up the decibels at the MA Chidambaram Stadium when he took a quick-reflex diving catch to his left to get rid of Vijay Shankar. Here’s the video: 𝗩𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗠𝗦𝗗 😎 An excellent diving grab behind the stumps and the home crowd erupts in joy💛 Head to @JioCinema and @StarSportsIndia to watch the match LIVE#TATAIPL | #CSKvGT pic.twitter.com/n5AlXAw9Zg — IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) March 26, 2024 A graphic from the host broadcasters later revealed that Dhoni had stretched as much as 2.27m to complete the catch off Daryl Mitchell’s bowling. Dhoni had relinquished the ca...
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CSK vs GT Highlights, IPL: All-round Chennai Super Kings thrash Gujarat Titans by 63 runs | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Chennai Super Kings showcased their prowess with a comprehensive 63-run victory over Gujarat Titans in their second match of the ongoing Indian Premier League 2024 on Tuesday. The match, held at MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, witnessed a spectacular display of cricketing talent as CSK's batsmen dazzled before their bowlers ran riot, leaving the Titans struggling to keep up.SCORECARD: CSK vs GTSent in to bat first, CSK's batting lineup delivered a scintillating performance, posting a formidable total of 206 for 6. Ruturaj Gaikwad laid the foundation with a composed 46 off 36 balls, while Rachin Ravindra's aggressive 46 off just 20 deliveries provided the early momentum. However, it was Shivam Dube's explosive innings that stole the show, as he unleashed his beast mode to s...
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Watch: MS Dhoni’s age-defying catch sends Chepauk into a frenzy | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: How old is MS Dhoni? He's 42. Well, that's just another number for the legendary wicketkeeper-batsman. Dhoni, affectionately known as 'Thala' among his fans, showcased his brilliance during the match against Gujarat Titans.Bowling his first over, CSK's Daryl Mitchell delivered a full delivery around the off-stump to Vijay Shankar. Shankar attempted a straight drive but only managed to edge the ball.A vintage Dhoni dived to his right and pulled off a spectacular catch, sending Shankar back to the pavilion.Witnessing the veteran's remarkable effort behind the stumps, the Chepauk crowd erupted in joy.WATCH:Rachin Ravindra started with a bang and Shivam Dube finished with a flourish as Chennai Super Kings posted a commendable 206 for 6 against Gujarat Titans. CSK are defending ch...
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CSK vs GT Live Score, IPL 2024: Ruturaj Gaikwad’s Chennai Super Kings face Shubman Gill’s Gujarat Titans in Chepauk

Chennai Super Kings vs Gujarat Titans IPL 2024 Live Score: In a repeat of the 2023 IPL final, defending champions CSK host Gujarat Titans in match 7 of the Indian Premier League season at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Tuesday.Both teams, led by new young captains in Ruturaj Gaikwad and Shubman Gill, enter the clash with wins of contrasting characters. While CSK comfortably trumped Royal Challengers Bengaluru by six wickets in the opening game in Chennai, Gujarat began on a high after pipping Mumbai Indians for a six-run win at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday. The Indian Express has learnt that Sri Lankan pacer Matheesha Pathirana who picked up a hamstring injury is available for their next fixture. In his stead, it was the Bangladeshi left-armer Mustafizur R...
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Chennai Super Kings’s new method: All-out attack with the bat

These are still early days into the IPL 2024, but there is new found intent and purpose in Chennai Super Kings’ batting might. Blessed with batting depth all the way till No 9 — which can extend even further – CSK are looking to break the glass ceiling where the strike-rate has taken total precedence over other batting metrics.Sample this. On Friday, in pursuit of Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s target of 174, Chennai’s batting line-up drifted away from their usual conventional approach where one among the top three bats the distance. Instead, their line-up came with the sole intention of keeping the pressure on the RCB’s bowlers at all times. Barring their skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad who fell early, their other five batsmen marched on at a strike-rate of: 246.66, 142.10, 122.22, 121.42, 147....
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CSK vs GT Live Streaming, IPL 2024: When and where to watch Chennai Super Kings vs Gujarat Titans live?

Chennai Super Kings vs Gujarat Titans Live Streaming, IPL 2024: Both Chennai Super Kings and Gujarat Titans have new captains at the helm with Ruturaj Gaikwad replacing Mahendra Singh Dhoni and Shubman Gill replacing Hardik Pandya. Another thing these two young guns have in common is that both began their Indian Premier League campaigns with wins with GT defeating MI and CSK taking out RCB. This will also be the re-run of last year’s IPL final where Chennai had defeated Gujarat to win the title for the 5th time. Both teams have had contrasting bowling efforts with CSK guilty of leaking runs against RCB in the first match after Mustafizur Rahman had initially rattled Bengaluru with 4 wickets. On the other hand, despite losing Mohammed Shami to injury, the Gujarat Titans bowlers put on a ...