IPL 2023: MS Dhoni’s CSK defeat Mumbai Indians after 4777 days at Chepauk

MS Dhoni-led Chennai Super Kings defeated Rohit Sharma’s Mumbai Indians at the Chepauk Stadium in Chennai. Host finally bagged a home victory against MI after 4777 days. After being put to bat, Mumbai started with a different opening pair as the skipper decided to stay put and sent Cameron Green to open on his behalf. Both batters failed to deliver a good start as Tushar Deshpande got Chennai early breakthrough in his first over and cleared up Green for 6 runs. Captain Rohit Sharma, who is struggling with his form once again couldn’t escape from the unwanted duck. Left hand batter Ishan Kishan also went right after his skipper as MI were 14 for 3 at a movement. Surya Kumaryadav and Nehal Wadhera played some safe hands and made a 54 runs partnership for the fourth wicket. Wadhera’s crucial 64 and a cameo from SKY and Tristan Stubbs took Mumbai to 139 for 8.

With 140 required to win, Chennai Super Kings’ Ruturaj Gaikwad and Devon Conway gave a quick start but the right hand batter lost his wicket in the process after scoring 30 off 16. Ambati Ryudu once again failed to perform and got dismissed at 12 runs. A small cameo from every batter helped CSK register a comprehensive 6 wicket-victory after 4777 days in their home ground. Devon Conway's 44 off 42 remained the highest scorer for his side.

Chennai Super Kings beat Mumbai Indians after 4777 days in Chepauk.

MS Dhoni with Rohit Sharma after the game. pic.twitter.com/05Sj6r7Mkz

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Matheesha Pathirana was awarded as the player of the match for his brilliant bowling spell. The right arm pacer took 3 wickets and conceded only 15 runs in his 4 over spell. After beating MI, CSK stepped up to 2nd place, whereas, Mumbai Indians, who now have 5 loses in 10 games, remained at its place but lost the net run rate.