CSK vs GT IPL Live – The M.A. Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai witnessed an absolute batting spectacle as the Chennai Super Kings took on the Gujarat Titans in a high-octane IPL 2024 clash. From the very first ball, the atmosphere was electric, with the Chepauk crowd in full voice, chanting the name of their new batting sensation, Rachin Ravindra. The youngster didn’t disappoint, unleashing a blistering knock of 46 runs from just 20 balls, setting the stage for a batting onslaught that left the Gujarat bowlers gasping for breath.
As if Ravindra’s fireworks weren’t enough, Shivam Dube turned the heat up a notch, smashing a breathtaking 51 off just 23 balls, including a series of towering sixes that had the Chepauk faithful roaring in delight. The Gujarat bowlers had no answers, and even the wily Rashid Khan was left searching for solutions as CSK amassed a formidable total of 206/6. The atmosphere was electric, with cheerleaders keeping the crowd entertained, and the legendary MS Dhoni watching intently from the dressing room, raising hopes of a potential cameo appearance. It was a night that encapsulated the very essence of the IPL – explosive batting, fervent fans, and an unmistakable sense of drama that kept everyone on the edge of their seats.
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CSK vs GT IPL First Innings
CSK vs GT IPL First innings Powerplay
- CSK got off to a blistering start with opener Rachin Ravindra scoring 46 runs off just 20 balls, including 6 fours and 3 sixes.
- Ruturaj Gaikwad was dropped on 1 by Sai Kishore at slip, but he made the most of the reprieve, scoring 46 runs as well.
- The opening partnership of 69 runs set the tone for CSK’s innings.
- Rashid Khan provided the breakthrough in the 5th over, stumping the dangerous Ravindra.
CSK vs GT IPL First innings Batting Performances (CSK)
- CSK posted an imposing total of 206/6 in their 20 overs, thanks to contributions from Ravindra (46), Gaikwad (46), Dube (51), Mitchell (24*), and Rizvi (14*).
- The explosive starts from Ravindra and Gaikwad, followed by the late onslaught from Dube and Mitchell, ensured CSK had a commanding total on the board.
CSK vs GT IPL First innings Bowling Performances (GT)
- GT’s bowlers struggled to contain the CSK batters, with only Rashid Khan (2/49) and Spencer Johnson (1/35) managing to pick up wickets.
- Umesh Yadav and Azmatullah Omarzai went for 27 and 30 runs respectively in their first two overs, setting the tone for a difficult day on the field.
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CSK vs GT IPL First innings – Death Overs
- Shivam Dube took the attack to the GT bowlers, smashing a blistering 51 off just 23 balls, including 2 fours and 5 sixes.
- Dube and Daryl Mitchell added 51 runs in the last 5 overs to propel CSK to a massive total of 206/6.
- Mitchell remained unbeaten on 24 off 20 balls, while Sameer Rizvi chipped in with a cameo of 14 off 6 balls towards the end.
CSK vs GT IPL First innings – Interesting Moments
- Ruturaj Gaikwad was dropped on 1 by Sai Kishore at slip, a costly miss as he went on to score 46 runs.
- MS Dhoni was shown padded up and shadow-batting in the dressing room, raising anticipation of a possible cameo appearance towards the end of the innings.
- The Chepauk crowd was in full voice, chanting “Rachin, Rachin” during Ravindra’s blistering knock.
- Shivam Dube’s arrival at the crease signaled a change in tempo, as he took the attack to the GT bowlers with his powerful hitting.