New Delhi: Former cricketers highlight the much-awaited match between Royal Challengers Bangalore and Chennai Super Kings in the Indian Premier League, highlighting MS Dhoni's formidable presence and the team's ability to play in pressure situations. Due to their track record, CSK was named as the winning candidate.
Former Indian cricketer Mohammad Kaif told Star Sports, citing Dhoni's key role in India's 2011 World Cup victory despite his poor form, he said Dhoni's performance in a high-stakes match was He spoke at length about excellence. Kaif pointed out that CSK's history of success in knockout games further cements their status as the front-runners against RCB, and Dhoni's tendency to step up when it matters most. emphasized.
“CSK is a big match-oriented team and they know how to win knockout matches. The last time they won the IPL in 2023, they lost in the final by conceding 10 runs from two balls. It was almost over. But that was over.” [Ravindra] Jadeja won the match with 4 hits and 6 hits. Dhoni himself has been in good form with the bat this time and whoever bats with him usually plays match-winning knocks, especially in do-or-die matches,'' Kaif said.
“Dhoni's rule in tense matches is to not panic and take a breath. He is the only one who has this art in tense matches. Many IPL captains have come but the key to the match is not to panic. Dhoni's vigilance in moments is unparalleled. He makes very few mistakes and that's why they are a champion team. [Dhoni galtiyan kam karte hai, isliye champion team hai]. Therefore, CSK are favorites against RCB in the important league match,” Kaif added.
Echoing Kaif's sentiments, former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan highlighted Dhoni's exceptional form this season and the unpredictability he brings. Pathan pointed out Dhoni's impressive performance with an average of 68 and a strike rate of over 200, as well as his tendency to take six hits. He even suggested that Dhoni might change his usual batting habits depending on the situation, highlighting the captain's adaptability and potential for surprises.
“He has been in great form this season, scoring 136 runs at an average of 68, with a strike rate of over 200.” [226.66]. We've already done 12 sixes. He hits six hits every time he's at bat. What was special about CSK was that they played at a different level when it mattered. You never know if Dhoni will be able to do what he couldn't do during the season, but so far he has come into bat for the last one or two overs,'' Pathan said.
RCB will face host CSK at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Saturday, with both teams needing a win to qualify for the IPL 2024 playoffs.
With expectations high and the spotlight firmly on Dhoni and CSK, cricket lovers are eagerly awaiting the outcome of this match to see if the seasoned activist can weave magic in the IPL arena once again. There is.
Former Indian cricketer Mohammad Kaif told Star Sports, citing Dhoni's key role in India's 2011 World Cup victory despite his poor form, he said Dhoni's performance in a high-stakes match was He spoke at length about excellence. Kaif pointed out that CSK's history of success in knockout games further cements their status as the front-runners against RCB, and Dhoni's tendency to step up when it matters most. emphasized.
“CSK is a big match-oriented team and they know how to win knockout matches. The last time they won the IPL in 2023, they lost in the final by conceding 10 runs from two balls. It was almost over. But that was over.” [Ravindra] Jadeja won the match with 4 hits and 6 hits. Dhoni himself has been in good form with the bat this time and whoever bats with him usually plays match-winning knocks, especially in do-or-die matches,'' Kaif said.
“Dhoni's rule in tense matches is to not panic and take a breath. He is the only one who has this art in tense matches. Many IPL captains have come but the key to the match is not to panic. Dhoni's vigilance in moments is unparalleled. He makes very few mistakes and that's why they are a champion team. [Dhoni galtiyan kam karte hai, isliye champion team hai]. Therefore, CSK are favorites against RCB in the important league match,” Kaif added.
Echoing Kaif's sentiments, former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan highlighted Dhoni's exceptional form this season and the unpredictability he brings. Pathan pointed out Dhoni's impressive performance with an average of 68 and a strike rate of over 200, as well as his tendency to take six hits. He even suggested that Dhoni might change his usual batting habits depending on the situation, highlighting the captain's adaptability and potential for surprises.
“He has been in great form this season, scoring 136 runs at an average of 68, with a strike rate of over 200.” [226.66]. We've already done 12 sixes. He hits six hits every time he's at bat. What was special about CSK was that they played at a different level when it mattered. You never know if Dhoni will be able to do what he couldn't do during the season, but so far he has come into bat for the last one or two overs,'' Pathan said.
RCB will face host CSK at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Saturday, with both teams needing a win to qualify for the IPL 2024 playoffs.
With expectations high and the spotlight firmly on Dhoni and CSK, cricket lovers are eagerly awaiting the outcome of this match to see if the seasoned activist can weave magic in the IPL arena once again. There is.