With a decisive 27-run victory over the Delhi Capitals on Wednesday, the Chennai Super Kings resumed their dominance at Chepauk and effectively eliminated David Warner’s team from the postseason race. Once more, CSK captain MS Dhoni did a good job of controlling his troops. Dhoni set an exemplary example for his team, as it was his cameo of 20 off nine deliveries that gave CSK the late boost they required.
Irfan Pathan, a former cricketer for India, claimed that Chepauk is the only team in the IPL whose supporters continue to applaud even after the home team’s batters are dismissed because they are impatiently awaiting the entrance of MS Dhoni to the field. Irfan Pathan stated on Star Sports Studio that Chepauk is the only stadium in the world where fans applaud when a wicket for the home team is lost.
The reason is that MSD is on the field to bat. The audience, which is expecting sixes from Thala, warmly welcomes him. With his effort against the Delhi Capitals, young CSK bowler Matheesha Pathirana added to his growing reputation by taking two wickets. Irfan believes Pathirana is the ideal Dwayne Bravo replacement for CSK.
“Every team searches for a bowler they can rely on in the final few overs. They have Bumrah, while MI has Malinga. Sunil Narine played with KKR for two IPL seasons when they won the championship. After having Dwayne Bravo, CSK now has Pathirana. He’s a great substitute and has real pace, too,” Pathan continued.
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