Thala Dhoni Shines as CSK Wins IPL Opener
Ruturaj Gaikwad's 53 off 26 balls and Ravindra's unbeaten 65 off 45 were also crucial in CSK's win, as they played important roles in the chase. The team's overall performance was impressive, and they will look to build on this win in their next match.
Noor Ahmad's four-wicket haul and MS Dhoni's sharp stumping helped Chennai Super Kings secure a four-wicket win against Mumbai Indians in the IPL 2025 opener, with Ruturaj Gaikwad and Ravindra playing crucial roles in the chase.
The match saw a thrilling performance from Noor Ahmad, who took four wickets, including the prized scalp of Suryakumar Yadav, thanks to a stunning stumping by MS Dhoni. Ahmad praised Dhoni, saying it was "great to have someone like Mahi bhai behind the stumps." The CSK captain's incredible reflexes and glove work were on full display as he combined with Ahmad to affect the stumping in the 11th over.
The wicket broke a 51-run stand and left MI reeling, ultimately contributing to their loss. Former wicketkeeper Mark Boucher praised Dhoni's performance, considering him the best ever keeper to stand up to the stumps due to his quick reflexes, brilliant hands, and good foot movement. Dhoni's experience and skills were instrumental in CSK's win, as they chased down the target with four wickets to spare.
The win is a significant boost for CSK, and they will look to carry this momentum forward in their upcoming matches. With Dhoni's leadership and the team's overall performance, they are definitely a team to watch out for in the IPL 2025 season.