In the IPL match between CSK vs GT on March 26th, the analysis of the NewsX stood right. CSK takes a step up in the IPL points table after signing their second win of the competition.
Shivam Dube and the pace bowlers showcased impressive performances as the five-time champions secured a convincing 63-run victory over Gujarat Titans. Dube with his explicit performance bags the tag of ‘Man of the Match’.
This win puts them at 4 points from 2 matches, boasting the best Net Run Rate (NRR) among all ten franchises. Following closely behind are Rajasthan Royals, Kolkata Knight Riders, Punjab Kings, and Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
The defeat marks Gujarat Titans’ first loss in two matches, positioning them at sixth place with two points. The stronghold at Chepauk remained unbreached as the Chennai Super Kings dominated with a 63-run victory over Gujarat Titans in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024.
MS Dhoni exhibited his expertise behind the stumps with a spectacular diving catch to dismiss Vijay Shankar for 12 runs.
While Sai Sudharsan made a promising start with 37 runs, David Miller (21), Vijay Shankar (12), and Azmatullah Omarzai (11) struggled to build substantial partnerships.
During the middle phase, Tushar Deshpande claimed two wickets, while Daryl Mitchell and Matheesha Pathirana took one each, maintaining pressure on Gujarat Titans.
Mustafizur Rahman further hindered GT’s chase by dismissing Rahul Tewatia and Rashid Khan.
In the final six overs, Gujarat Titans never posed a threat in chasing the target, resulting in CSK inflicting their largest defeat on GT in terms of runs.
