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IPL 2024: Gaikwad, Simarjeet shine as CSK secure a vital win

Sunday, 12-May-2024
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In a captivating showdown, Chennai Super Kings emerged triumphant against Rajasthan Royals, securing a thrilling five-wicket victory in a low-scoring encounter on Sunday at MA Chidambaram Stadium. The encounter, which saw CSK successfully chase down the RR’s total of (145) runs in just (18.2) overs, also witnessed a disciplined bowling attack from men in yellow. 

Rajasthan Royals, deciding to bat first, faced a formidable challenge from CSK’s bowling attack, which consistently applied pressure and restricted their scoring opportunities. Despite recurring setbacks, Rajasthan managed to post a competitive total of (145) runs, thanks to a valuable contribution from Riyan Parag, top-scoring with 47-run knock unbeaten. 

Chasing the total, CSK’s response was nothing short of exceptional, with Ruturaj Gaikwad being on the task from the very start. Gaikwad played a composed knock of (42), while fellow opener Rachin Ravindra chipped in with (27) runs. In the middle-order, Daryl Mitchell’s rapid knock of (22) off (13) involving four boundaries, propelled the side a lot. Down the order, Sameer Rizvi remained unbeaten on (15) off (8) to power the side to victory. 

 

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