<p>Mumbai clinched their fourth Indian Premier League title after <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/mumbai-lift-4th-ipl-trophy-with-1-run-win-over-chennai-218193">defeating MS Dhoni-led Chennai team by one run</a> on Sunday at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The final match kept the fans enthralled as the winner-takes-all contest went to the wire and was decided in the last ball of the tournament.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Mumbai co-owner Nita Ambani, who was watching the match live at the stadium shared her experience when the decisive last over was going on.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Last over I couldn't see. I just went by the cheers of the crowd," said Nita Ambani during the post-match presentation.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"All the times Rohit has been the captain in 2013, 2015, 2017 and 2019. Congratulations for leading our team so beautifully," she added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Mumbai <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2019-final-rohit-sharma-explains-his-gamble-of-picking-lasith-malinga-over-hardik-pandya-in-last-over-218297">skipper Rohit Sharma</a> picked Lasith Malinga over Hardik Pandya in the last over of the Indian Premier League 2019 final.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Rohit was ready to carry the cross had the decision to use Malinga backfired but had a gut feeling that Malinga will be able to pull it off.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Sri Lankan repaid the faith his skipper showed in him defending nine runs off the final over.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Rohit said, "Malinga is a champion, he has been doing it for many years for us. I was thinking of Hardik for the final over, but I wanted to back someone who has been in that situation for us before, and Malinga has been there many times."</p>

<p>Mumbai's other owner and Nita's son Akash Ambani said, "That's Lasith Malinga for you. He's the only bowler to have done it for 10-12 years now. He's a special man in our team."</p>

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<p>"I think it's the environment we create around the team, we treat the entire team as a family. I must credit the efforts of the coaching as well as the back-room staff," he added.&nbsp;</p>


Mumbai clinched their fourth Indian Premier League title after defeating MS Dhoni-led Chennai team by one run on Sunday at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium. The final match kept the fans enthralled as the winner-takes-all contest went to the wire and was decided in the last ball of the tournament.

Mumbai clinched their fourth Indian Premier League title after defeating MS Dhoni-led Chennai team by one run on Sunday at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium. The final match kept the fans enthralled as the winner-takes-all contest went to the wire and was decided in the last ball of the tournament. Mumbai co-owner Nita Ambani, who was watching the match live at the stadium shared her experience when the decisive last over was going on. "Last over I couldn't see. I just went by the cheers of the crowd," said Nita Ambani during the post-match presentation. "All the times Rohit has been the captain in 2013, 2015, 2017 and 2019. Congratulations for leading our team so beautifully," she added. Mumbai skipper Rohit Sharma picked Lasith Malinga over Hardik Pandya in the last over of the Indian Premier League 2019 final. Rohit was ready to carry the cross had the decision to use Malinga backfired but had a gut feeling that Malinga will be able to pull it off. The Sri Lankan repaid the faith his skipper showed in him defending nine runs off the final over. Rohit said, "Malinga is a champion, he has been doing it for many years for us. I was thinking of Hardik for the final over, but I wanted to back someone who has been in that situation for us before, and Malinga has been there many times." Mumbai's other owner and Nita's son Akash Ambani said, "That's Lasith Malinga for you. He's the only bowler to have done it for 10-12 years now. He's a special man in our team." From #OneFamily, with love 💙 Good night, CH4MPIONS 🏆💤#OneFamily #CricketMeriJaan #MumbaiIndians #IPL2019Final #MIvCSK pic.twitter.com/2T2nPgxkkS — Mumbai Indians (@mipaltan) May 12, 2019 × "I think it's the environment we create around the team, we treat the entire team as a family. I must credit the efforts of the coaching as well as the back-room staff," he added.

IPL 2019 Final: Here's what Mumbai co-owner Nita Ambani did during the final over

<p>Mumbai skipper Rohit Sharma has explained why he picked Lasith Malinga over Hardik Pandya in the last over of the Indian Premier League 2019 final.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Rohit's side <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/mumbai-lift-4th-ipl-trophy-with-1-run-win-over-chennai-218193">defeated Chennai by one run</a>&nbsp;to lift the glorious trophy on Sunday at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Chennai's Shane Watson almost took his team over the line. In the last over, Watson got run out which ended his knock of 59-ball 80. With two runs needed off the final ball, Lasith Malinga trapped Shardul Thakur leg-before to secure Mumbai's win by one run.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Rohit was ready to carry the cross had the decision to use Malinga backfired but had a gut feeling that the Sri Lankan will be able to pull it off as Mitchell Johnson did in the 2017 IPL final.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Malinga repaid the faith his skipper showed in him defending nine runs off the final over.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Rohit said, "Malinga is a champion, he has been doing it for many years for us. I was thinking of Hardik for the final over, but I wanted to back someone who has been in that situation for us before, and Malinga has been there many times."</p>

<p>"When the decision comes off, it looks all nice. It can backfire also. At that stage, I wanted to go with experience and Malinga has been in that situation a million times," the four-time IPL champion skipper said at the post-match media interaction.</p>

<p>"I am learning in every game, every time I take the field. I have to credit the team as well, it is up to the boys to step up otherwise the captain is made to look foolish," Rohit added.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The situation was eerily similar to Rohit had faced in 2017 final when Mumbai&nbsp;beat the now-defunct Rising Pune Supergiants by one run in another thrilling finish.</p>

<p>Then it was former Australian pacer Johnson, who defended 11 runs in the final over to pull-off a one-run victory.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It was that deja vu moment for the Rohit Sharma.</p>

<p>"I clearly remember when we won here in 2017, it was Mitchell Johnson who bowled that last over and defended only 10 (sic) runs. So yes, sometimes you've got to go with only instincts, sometimes you've got to go a little backwards and think what these experienced players have done and what they bring to the table," Rohit said.</p>

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Mumbai skipper Rohit Sharma has explained why he picked Lasith Malinga over Hardik Pandya in the last over of the Indian Premier League 2019 final. Rohit's side defeated Chennai by one run to lift the glorious trophy on Sunday at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium.

Mumbai skipper Rohit Sharma has explained why he picked Lasith Malinga over Hardik Pandya in the last over of the Indian Premier League 2019 final. Rohit's side defeated Chennai by one run to lift the glorious trophy on Sunday at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium. Chennai's Shane Watson almost took his team over the line. In the last over, Watson got run out which ended his knock of 59-ball 80. With two runs needed off the final ball, Lasith Malinga trapped Shardul Thakur leg-before to secure Mumbai's win by one run. Rohit was ready to carry the cross had the decision to use Malinga backfired but had a gut feeling that the Sri Lankan will be able to pull it off as Mitchell Johnson did in the 2017 IPL final. Malinga repaid the faith his skipper showed in him defending nine runs off the final over. Rohit said, "Malinga is a champion, he has been doing it for many years for us. I was thinking of Hardik for the final over, but I wanted to back someone who has been in that situation for us before, and Malinga has been there many times." "When the decision comes off, it looks all nice. It can backfire also. At that stage, I wanted to go with experience and Malinga has been in that situation a million times," the four-time IPL champion skipper said at the post-match media interaction. "I am learning in every game, every time I take the field. I have to credit the team as well, it is up to the boys to step up otherwise the captain is made to look foolish," Rohit added. The 🏆 is back in Hitman's closet 💙#OneFamily #CricketMeriJaan #MumbaiIndians #MIvCSK @ImRo45 pic.twitter.com/i36At6BBUC — Mumbai Indians (@mipaltan) May 13, 2019 × Reactions on bagging the @IPL championship, straight from the 💙 of #OneFamily #CricketMeriJaan #MumbaiIndians #IPL2019Final #MIvCSK https://t.co/69UQP3sFsF — Mumbai Indians (@mipaltan) May 13, 2019 × The situation was eerily similar to Rohit had faced in 2017 final when Mumbai beat the now-defunct Rising Pune Supergiants by one run in another thrilling finish. Then it was former Australian pacer Johnson, who defended 11 runs in the final over to pull-off a one-run victory. It was that deja vu moment for the Rohit Sharma. "I clearly remember when we won here in 2017, it was Mitchell Johnson who bowled that last over and defended only 10 (sic) runs. So yes, sometimes you've got to go with only instincts, sometimes you've got to go a little backwards and think what these experienced players have done and what they bring to the table," Rohit said. (With inputs from PTI)

IPL 2019 Final: Rohit Sharma explains his gamble of picking Lasith Malinga over Hardik Pandya in last over

<p>Lasith Malinga kept his nerve with the final ball as <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/live-updates-ipl-2019-final-chennai-vs-mumbai-at-rajiv-gandhi-international-stadium-218116">Mumbai beat Chennai by one run</a> to clinch a record fourth Indian Premier League title Sunday.</p>

<p>After Shane Watson hit a blistering 80, Chennai needed two runs off the last ball to overtake Mumbai's 149-8. But the Sri Lankan veteran trapped Shardul Thakur lbw to claim the landmark win.</p>

<p>Malinga gave away 49 runs in his four overs but the last two overs by the Sri Lankan and fellow pace bowler Jasprit Bumrah, who took 2-14, were decisive.</p>

<p>The wicket extended the 35-year-old Malinga's record as the all-time best&nbsp;IPL&nbsp;bowler with 170 wickets from 122 games.</p>

<p>"About Malinga, that's what champions do," said Mumbai captain Rohit Sharma.</p>

<p>"I had confidence in him despite a poor third over. He also had confidence he could do it," Sharma said of his veteran paceman who is an expert at bowling yorkers in the death overs.</p>

<p>"I thought we could use Hardik Pandya for the 20th over, but I wanted to back someone who has done it for us and Malinga has been in that situation and done it."</p>

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<p><strong>Sharma bowled over</strong></p>

<p>Sharma said Mumbai's bowling played a key role throughout the tournament.</p>

<p>"At different stages, our bowlers put their hands up and brought us back in the game.</p>

<p>"We backed our ability and our skills, and that's probably why we got rewards."</p>

<p>West Indies batsman Kieron Pollard smashed an unbeaten 41 off 25 balls to set up the Mumbai total after they elected to bat first.</p>

<p>South African captain Faf du Plessis came out all guns blazing to give Chennai a brisk start with his 26 off 13 deliveries.</p>

<p>But Ishan Kishan sent Chennai dangerman <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2019-ms-dhoni-became-most-successful-keeper-in-ipl-history-218182">MS&nbsp;Dhoni</a> back to the dugout with a direct throw at the bowlers' end to put the defending champions in trouble at 82-4. Dhoni made just two.</p>

<p>Watson batted through the Chennai innings until he was run out in the final over going for an unlikely second run. He smashed four sixes and eight fours in his 59-ball knock.</p>

<p>Chennai leg-spinner Imran Tahir took 2-23 to surpass fellow South African Kagiso Rabada at the top of this year's&nbsp;IPL&nbsp;bowlers chart with 26 wickets. Tahir was also the first 40-year-old to appear in an&nbsp;IPL&nbsp;final.</p>

<p>Deepak Chahar took three wickets while fellow quick Shardul Thakur took two.</p>

<p>"It was not a 150 wicket, but the bowlers kept us in the hunt. They kept getting wickets when it was really needed," said Dhoni, whose team has won three titles from eight finals.</p>

<p>The Chennai captain indicated that changes could be made in the batting line-up for next season.</p>

<p>"To be consistent next year, we will have to really think hard. There is nothing against the bowlers, but the batsmen could've done better."</p>

<p>Indian batting legend Sachin Tendulkar, an advisor to the Mumbai team, nervously watched the finale, frequently burying his head in his hands.</p>

<p>"The key moment was Dhoni's run-out," he said.</p>

<p>"But also in patches when Bumrah bowled those critical balls to even out Malinga's one poor over was also crucial.</p>

<p>"And the last over, I thought Malinga finished the game out beautifully."</p>

<p>Mumbai won the&nbsp;IPL&nbsp;in 2013 and 2015 -- both against Chennai -- and again in 2017 when they beat Rising Pune Supergiant by one run.</p>

<p>Australia's David Warner topped the tournament's batting chart with 692 runs, including eight fifties and a 100 not out in 12&nbsp;IPL&nbsp;games this season.</p>

<p>West Indian allrounder Andre Russell was named most valuable player as he amassed 510 runs to single-handedly drive Kolkata Knight Riders' campaign. Kolkata ended fifth in the eight-team table.</p>


Lasith Malinga kept his nerve with the final ball as Mumbai beat Chennai by one run to clinch a record fourth Indian Premier League title Sunday. After Shane Watson hit a blistering 80, Chennai needed two runs off the last ball to overtake Mumbai's 149-8.

Lasith Malinga kept his nerve with the final ball as Mumbai beat Chennai by one run to clinch a record fourth Indian Premier League title Sunday. After Shane Watson hit a blistering 80, Chennai needed two runs off the last ball to overtake Mumbai's 149-8. But the Sri Lankan veteran trapped Shardul Thakur lbw to claim the landmark win. Malinga gave away 49 runs in his four overs but the last two overs by the Sri Lankan and fellow pace bowler Jasprit Bumrah, who took 2-14, were decisive. The wicket extended the 35-year-old Malinga's record as the all-time best IPL bowler with 170 wickets from 122 games. "About Malinga, that's what champions do," said Mumbai captain Rohit Sharma. "I had confidence in him despite a poor third over. He also had confidence he could do it," Sharma said of his veteran paceman who is an expert at bowling yorkers in the death overs. "I thought we could use Hardik Pandya for the 20th over, but I wanted to back someone who has done it for us and Malinga has been in that situation and done it." Unprecedented scenes from Hyderabad as @mipaltan became #VIVOIPL champs for the 4⃣th time! Lasith Malinga showing his true class in the last over 😎#MIvCSK pic.twitter.com/ZzVK0KHx5O — IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) May 12, 2019 × Sharma bowled over Sharma said Mumbai's bowling played a key role throughout the tournament. "At different stages, our bowlers put their hands up and brought us back in the game. "We backed our ability and our skills, and that's probably why we got rewards." West Indies batsman Kieron Pollard smashed an unbeaten 41 off 25 balls to set up the Mumbai total after they elected to bat first. South African captain Faf du Plessis came out all guns blazing to give Chennai a brisk start with his 26 off 13 deliveries. But Ishan Kishan sent Chennai dangerman MS Dhoni back to the dugout with a direct throw at the bowlers' end to put the defending champions in trouble at 82-4. Dhoni made just two. Watson batted through the Chennai innings until he was run out in the final over going for an unlikely second run. He smashed four sixes and eight fours in his 59-ball knock. Chennai leg-spinner Imran Tahir took 2-23 to surpass fellow South African Kagiso Rabada at the top of this year's IPL bowlers chart with 26 wickets. Tahir was also the first 40-year-old to appear in an IPL final. Deepak Chahar took three wickets while fellow quick Shardul Thakur took two. "It was not a 150 wicket, but the bowlers kept us in the hunt. They kept getting wickets when it was really needed," said Dhoni, whose team has won three titles from eight finals. The Chennai captain indicated that changes could be made in the batting line-up for next season. "To be consistent next year, we will have to really think hard. There is nothing against the bowlers, but the batsmen could've done better." Indian batting legend Sachin Tendulkar, an advisor to the Mumbai team, nervously watched the finale, frequently burying his head in his hands. "The key moment was Dhoni's run-out," he said. "But also in patches when Bumrah bowled those critical balls to even out Malinga's one poor over was also crucial. "And the last over, I thought Malinga finished the game out beautifully." Mumbai won the IPL in 2013 and 2015 -- both against Chennai -- and again in 2017 when they beat Rising Pune Supergiant by one run. Australia's David Warner topped the tournament's batting chart with 692 runs, including eight fifties and a 100 not out in 12 IPL games this season. West Indian allrounder Andre Russell was named most valuable player as he amassed 510 runs to single-handedly drive Kolkata Knight Riders' campaign. Kolkata ended fifth in the eight-team table.

Mumbai lift 4th IPL trophy with 1-run win over Chennai

<p>Former Indian cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar said that pacer Jasprit Bumrah is the best bowler in the world in the current scenario.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/mumbai-lift-4th-ipl-trophy-with-1-run-win-over-chennai-218193">Mumbai defeated MS Dhoni-led Chennai by one ru</a>n in the final of Indian Premier League 2019 to clinch the coveted trophy, Sachin reflected his thoughts on Bumrah's performance.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Without any doubt, I go on record and say that he (Bumrah) is the best bowler in the world at this stage and the best is yet to come (from him) hopefully," said Tendulkar.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In a video posted by the official handle of IPL, Tendulkar was chatting with Yuvraj Singh, who also agreed to Tendulkar's thought about Bumrah.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Yuvraj Singh, who added, "totally agree with you (Tendulkar),"</p>

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<p>When Sachin asked what makes Bumrah a special bowler, Yuvraj said, "I think his action is a bit awkward but it is tough to understand what pace is coming. I think he is bowling the best I have seen in his career."</p>

<p>During the post-match presentation, Bumrah said, "We were trying to keep calm and not panic. We did the same thing in 2017. Eventually, it worked out. Really happy. We always believed in our team. We have confidence in each and every individual."</p>

<p>Bumrah was given Man of Match award for his economical bowling in the death overs and picking up two wickets in the crucial match.&nbsp;</p>


Former Indian cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar said that pacer Jasprit Bumrah is the best bowler in the world in the current scenario. After Mumbai defeated MS Dhoni-led Chennai by one run in the final of Indian Premier League 2019 to clinch the coveted trophy, Sachin reflected his thoughts on Bumrah's performance.

Former Indian cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar said that pacer Jasprit Bumrah is the best bowler in the world in the current scenario. After Mumbai defeated MS Dhoni-led Chennai by one run in the final of Indian Premier League 2019 to clinch the coveted trophy, Sachin reflected his thoughts on Bumrah's performance. "Without any doubt, I go on record and say that he (Bumrah) is the best bowler in the world at this stage and the best is yet to come (from him) hopefully," said Tendulkar. In a video posted by the official handle of IPL, Tendulkar was chatting with Yuvraj Singh, who also agreed to Tendulkar's thought about Bumrah. Yuvraj Singh, who added, "totally agree with you (Tendulkar)," Watch the video: 'Bumrah, world's best' - Sachin and Yuvi@sachin_rt and @YUVSTRONG12 were unanimous in their opinion of @Jaspritbumrah93 , while weighing in on @mipaltan's 3rd #VIVOIPL final win over their arch-rivals. #MIvCSK By @28anand & @RajalArora Watch the 📹 - https://t.co/Z0yAur9KGk pic.twitter.com/RFwXrJR417 — IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) May 12, 2019 × When Sachin asked what makes Bumrah a special bowler, Yuvraj said, "I think his action is a bit awkward but it is tough to understand what pace is coming. I think he is bowling the best I have seen in his career." During the post-match presentation, Bumrah said, "We were trying to keep calm and not panic. We did the same thing in 2017. Eventually, it worked out. Really happy. We always believed in our team. We have confidence in each and every individual." Bumrah was given Man of Match award for his economical bowling in the death overs and picking up two wickets in the crucial match.

Sachin Tendulkar says, 'Jasprit Bumrah is the best bowler at this stage'

<p>Mahendra Singh Dhoni, the skipper of Chennai team, has reached another milestone while playing the final of Indian Premier League 2019 against Mumbai.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Dhoni became the most successful wicket-keeper in the history of IPL by taking his dismissals tally to 132.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Dhoni, who took two catches in the IPL final against Mumbai, has now taken 94 catches and 38 stumpings.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He surpassed his Indian teammate Dinesh Karthik.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Karthik has 131 dismissals to his credit while Robin Uthappa has 90 scalps behind the stumps.</p>

<p>In the match, Dhoni took Quinton de Kock's catch off Shardul Thakur's bowling.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After that he reached the milestone with a diving catch off Deepak Chahar to dismiss Rohit Sharma.&nbsp;</p>

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Mahendra Singh Dhoni, the skipper of Chennai team, has reached another milestone while playing the final of Indian Premier League 2019 against Mumbai. Dhoni became the most successful wicket-keeper in the history of IPL by taking his dismissals tally to 132.

Mahendra Singh Dhoni, the skipper of Chennai team, has reached another milestone while playing the final of Indian Premier League 2019 against Mumbai. Dhoni became the most successful wicket-keeper in the history of IPL by taking his dismissals tally to 132. Dhoni, who took two catches in the IPL final against Mumbai, has now taken 94 catches and 38 stumpings. He surpassed his Indian teammate Dinesh Karthik. Karthik has 131 dismissals to his credit while Robin Uthappa has 90 scalps behind the stumps. In the match, Dhoni took Quinton de Kock's catch off Shardul Thakur's bowling. After that he reached the milestone with a diving catch off Deepak Chahar to dismiss Rohit Sharma. MS Dhoni's involvement in getting rid of both the #MumbaiIndians openers takes him to 132 dismissals in #VIVOIPL - setting a new record.#MIvCSK pic.twitter.com/dACuk70Akw — IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) May 12, 2019 × Mumbai and Chennai have played a total of 27 matches out of which Mumbai won 16 and Chennai managed to win 11.

IPL 2019: MS Dhoni became most successful keeper in IPL history

<p>MS Dhoni-led Chennai will clash with Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai in the final of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/ipl-2019">Indian Premier League 2019</a> on Sunday at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai have won three out of the four finals they have been part of, including the two against Chennai in 2013 and 2015.&nbsp;</p>

<p>For three-time champions Chennai, who have entered their eighth final, it has been another remarkable season after last year when they made a triumphant return having served a two-year suspension.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Having won three titles each, the two most successful franchises will square off in a mouth-watering contest and it will be interesting to see which team goes home with its fourth title.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Along with the IPL trophy, the winner will also get a purse of INR 20 crore while the loser of this match will take home a cheque of INR 12.5 crore.&nbsp;</p>

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MS Dhoni-led Chennai will clash with Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai in the final of Indian Premier League 2019 on Sunday at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium. Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai have won three out of the four finals they have been part of, including the two against Chennai in 2013 and 2015.

MS Dhoni-led Chennai will clash with Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai in the final of Indian Premier League 2019 on Sunday at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium. Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai have won three out of the four finals they have been part of, including the two against Chennai in 2013 and 2015. For three-time champions Chennai, who have entered their eighth final, it has been another remarkable season after last year when they made a triumphant return having served a two-year suspension. Having won three titles each, the two most successful franchises will square off in a mouth-watering contest and it will be interesting to see which team goes home with its fourth title. Along with the IPL trophy, the winner will also get a purse of INR 20 crore while the loser of this match will take home a cheque of INR 12.5 crore. Which trophy cabinet will this shine at tonight?#IPLFinal #MIvCSK pic.twitter.com/MIDMfRuxiq — IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) May 12, 2019 × Click here to get live updates of the final match between Chennai and Mumbai.

IPL 2019 Final: How much the winner and runner-up will get as prize money

<p>The stage is set for the final clash of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/ipl-2019">Indian Premier League 2019</a>, there couldn't be&nbsp;a better ending of the tournament as the two most successful franchises will square off&nbsp;in what promises to be another thrilling clash and it will be interesting to see which team goes home with its fourth title.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Mumbai and Chennai have played a total of 27 matches out of which Mumbai won 16 and Chennai managed to win 11.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Since 2015, they have played a total of nine&nbsp;matches and Chennai have defeated Mumbai just two times and Mumbai emerged victorious on seven occasions.&nbsp;</p>

<p>They have met three times in IPL finals, and Rohit &amp; Co defeated Dhoni's side twice.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai can certainly take confidence out of the fact that they have won three out of the four finals they have been part of, including the two against Chennai in 2013 and 2015.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Previously, eight of the 11 finals have been won by the team that won the toss.&nbsp;</p>

<p>If Imran Tahir makes the Chennai's&nbsp;playing XI, he will be the first 40-year old to compete in an IPL Final.</p>

<p>Imran Tahir needs two more wickets to become only the second spinner in IPL history to bag the Purple Cap; the only spinner to finish as the season’s highest wicket-taker was Pragyan Ojha, back in 2010.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It can't be disputed that Mumbai go into the final as the favourites, having beaten Chennai as many as three times earlier in the tournament including in the Qualifier 1.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, statistics count for little going into the title fight with both teams being in the situation before multiple times.&nbsp;</p>


The stage is set for the final clash of Indian Premier League 2019, there couldn't be a better ending of the tournament as the two most successful franchises will square off in what promises to be another thrilling clash and it will be interesting to see which team goes home with its fourth title.

The stage is set for the final clash of Indian Premier League 2019, there couldn't be a better ending of the tournament as the two most successful franchises will square off in what promises to be another thrilling clash and it will be interesting to see which team goes home with its fourth title. Mumbai and Chennai have played a total of 27 matches out of which Mumbai won 16 and Chennai managed to win 11. Since 2015, they have played a total of nine matches and Chennai have defeated Mumbai just two times and Mumbai emerged victorious on seven occasions. They have met three times in IPL finals, and Rohit & Co defeated Dhoni's side twice. Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai can certainly take confidence out of the fact that they have won three out of the four finals they have been part of, including the two against Chennai in 2013 and 2015. Previously, eight of the 11 finals have been won by the team that won the toss. If Imran Tahir makes the Chennai's playing XI, he will be the first 40-year old to compete in an IPL Final. Imran Tahir needs two more wickets to become only the second spinner in IPL history to bag the Purple Cap; the only spinner to finish as the season’s highest wicket-taker was Pragyan Ojha, back in 2010. It can't be disputed that Mumbai go into the final as the favourites, having beaten Chennai as many as three times earlier in the tournament including in the Qualifier 1. However, statistics count for little going into the title fight with both teams being in the situation before multiple times.

IPL 2019 Final: The Mumbai-Chennai rivalry in records and stats

Familiar foes and the two most successful teams of the IPL, Mumbai and Chennai, clash in a mouth-watering final, following a rather eventful season that produced some unprecedented moments on the field. It can't be disputed that Mumbai go into the final as the favourites, having beaten Chennai as many as three times earlier in the tournament including in the Qualifier 1. However, statistics count for little going into the title fight with both teams being in the situation before multiple times.

IPL 2019 Final:  Who will win between Chennai and Mumbai

<p>Shreyas Iyer, captain of Delhi team said that he is proud of his team after <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2019-defending-champions-chennai-defeat-delhi-to-storm-into-final-217611">losing to Chennai in the Qualifier 2</a> of Indian Premier League 2019 on Friday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Chennai won the match and will play the final against Rohit Sharma-led side on May&nbsp;12.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He said, "We did really well to come this far. Been a dream season for us and this is just a start. Time to grow further."</p>

<p>"Looking at the likes of MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma leading their teams and also standing with them at the toss, I have been fortunate to learn things," said Iyer after Delhi's exit from the twelfth edition of IPL.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Shreyas also said, "As captain, I am glad about the support of the owners and the management. There is pressure as you have to be involved in lot of decisions."</p>

<p>Shedding more light on his experience of leading the team, Iyer said, "I've heard Rohit and many of them talk about how difficult it is to be captain, and yeah, it's not an easy job to do, but I'm happy to be the captain.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Really proud of the boys. Loving the way we've gelled as a family. The coaches and support staff have been amazing. A lot more to come next season. We've found the base, now is the time to grow," he said.&nbsp;</p>


Shreyas Iyer, captain of Delhi team said that he is proud of his team after losing to Chennai in the Qualifier 2 of Indian Premier League 2019 on Friday. Chennai won the match and will play the final against Rohit Sharma-led side on May 12.

Shreyas Iyer, captain of Delhi team said that he is proud of his team after losing to Chennai in the Qualifier 2 of Indian Premier League 2019 on Friday. Chennai won the match and will play the final against Rohit Sharma-led side on May 12. He said, "We did really well to come this far. Been a dream season for us and this is just a start. Time to grow further." "Looking at the likes of MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma leading their teams and also standing with them at the toss, I have been fortunate to learn things," said Iyer after Delhi's exit from the twelfth edition of IPL. Shreyas also said, "As captain, I am glad about the support of the owners and the management. There is pressure as you have to be involved in lot of decisions." Shedding more light on his experience of leading the team, Iyer said, "I've heard Rohit and many of them talk about how difficult it is to be captain, and yeah, it's not an easy job to do, but I'm happy to be the captain. "Really proud of the boys. Loving the way we've gelled as a family. The coaches and support staff have been amazing. A lot more to come next season. We've found the base, now is the time to grow," he said.

'Been a dream season and this is just a start, time to grow further,' says Shreyas Iyer

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2019-defending-champions-chennai-defeat-delhi-to-storm-into-final-217611">Chennai defeated Delhi by six wickets</a> to secure their spot in the Indian Premier League (IPL) final which will be played against Mumbai Indians.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After winning the match, batsman Shane Watson said that he is very grateful for the faith Chennai team has shown.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Very grateful for the faith CSK have shown in not just me, but all the players are grateful," said Watson in the post-match presentation.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Chasing a modest total of 148 runs, Chennai had a brilliant start as they witnessed an 81-run opening partnership between Faf du Plessis and Shane Watson. Both played some amazing shots and provided Chennai a scintillating start.</p>

<p>Watson also mentioned about the benefits of an experienced side, he said, "There are huge positives about age and experience. We have played well from the top with MS (Dhoni) and Fleming."</p>

<p>"When you have experienced players, you have an understanding of what to do. We are making the most of the experience we have had and we are going to make the most out of it on Sunday."</p>

<p>Watson also praised Dhoni, he said, "He always has the faith in the people all the way through. It's an honour to be playing with MS and I have learnt a lot from him."&nbsp;</p>


Chennai defeated Delhi by six wickets to secure their spot in the Indian Premier League (IPL) final which will be played against Mumbai Indians. After winning the match, batsman Shane Watson said that he is very grateful for the faith Chennai team has shown.

Chennai defeated Delhi by six wickets to secure their spot in the Indian Premier League (IPL) final which will be played against Mumbai Indians. After winning the match, batsman Shane Watson said that he is very grateful for the faith Chennai team has shown. "Very grateful for the faith CSK have shown in not just me, but all the players are grateful," said Watson in the post-match presentation. Chasing a modest total of 148 runs, Chennai had a brilliant start as they witnessed an 81-run opening partnership between Faf du Plessis and Shane Watson. Both played some amazing shots and provided Chennai a scintillating start. Watson also mentioned about the benefits of an experienced side, he said, "There are huge positives about age and experience. We have played well from the top with MS (Dhoni) and Fleming." "When you have experienced players, you have an understanding of what to do. We are making the most of the experience we have had and we are going to make the most out of it on Sunday." Watson also praised Dhoni, he said, "He always has the faith in the people all the way through. It's an honour to be playing with MS and I have learnt a lot from him."

'Grateful for the faith' Chennai team has shown in me, says Shane Watson

<p>Defending champions Chennai entered their eighth IPL final and skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni credited the clinical effort of his bowing unit for setting up the platform for the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2019-defending-champions-chennai-defeat-delhi-to-storm-into-final-217611">comfortable win over Delhi in the Qualifier 2</a>.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Opting to bowl, Chennai first restricted Delhi to 147 for nine and then chased down the target with six wickets in hand to set up a clash against Mumbai in the IPL final in Hyderabad on Sunday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The crucial part was to keep getting wickets. The credit needs to go to the bowlers. The captain only asks this is what I need. Then it's up to them to figure out how to bowl, and they have to put in the hard yards," Dhoni said at the post-match presentation ceremony.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Thanks to the bowling department for where we are this season. I would have preferred it if the openers finished it off. Once they got the required rate below 6 an over, there was no reason to play big shots and get out. They did the hard yards," he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Dhoni also lauded the entire Chennai team for producing a clinical performance when it mattered.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"It's the usual route, last year was the exception. The kind of response from the boys today was brilliant. The way we batted to get 140-plus runs was very nice," he said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The spinners got some turn, and we kept getting wickets at the right time."</p>

<p>Delhi&nbsp;captain Shreyas Iyer, on the contrary, blamed his batting department for the loss.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We had a disappointing start, losing two wickets in the powerplay, and it was hard to recover from that. They have amazing spinners. But we've had a great season," he said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"None of the batsmen took the initiative to take the team through and there wasn't a partnership buidling. Disappointing for us but a good learning."</p>

<p>Iyer, though, was about the pitch on offer this season at their home turf at the Feroz Shah Kotla Stadium.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"It's something to think about (the Delhi pitch). We didn't win too many home games, but we can't complain about pitches. We've been practising a lot on slow wickets. As professionals we can't give excuses," he said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I think we've learned a lot, looking at seniors like MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma leading their teams. It's a proud moment for me, standing with them at the toss. They talk to me, share their experiences, and that's great for me."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Shedding more light on his experience of leading the team, Iyer said: "I've heard Rohit and many of them talk about how difficult it is to be captain, and yeah, it's not an easy job to do, but I'm happy to be the captain.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Really proud of the boys. Loving the way we've gelled as a family. The coaches and support staff have been amazing. A lot more to come next season. We've found the base, now is the time to grow," he said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Man-of-the-match Faf du Plessis, who hit a 39-ball 50 during the chase, said Chennai's experience of winning big games did the trick even though they didn't have a very good outing in the last phase of the tournament this season.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We didn't have the best run in the last five or six games, but we do have a lot of confidence as a team that's won a lot of big games. We drew a lot of strength from that," he said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Our strength is to get partnerships going and extend that, even if we take our time initially. We've got a lot of good batsmen down the order, and we back them to catch up with the required rate."&nbsp;</p>


Defending champions Chennai entered their eighth IPL final and skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni credited the clinical effort of his bowing unit for setting up the platform for the comfortable win over Delhi in the Qualifier 2.

Defending champions Chennai entered their eighth IPL final and skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni credited the clinical effort of his bowing unit for setting up the platform for the comfortable win over Delhi in the Qualifier 2. Opting to bowl, Chennai first restricted Delhi to 147 for nine and then chased down the target with six wickets in hand to set up a clash against Mumbai in the IPL final in Hyderabad on Sunday. "The crucial part was to keep getting wickets. The credit needs to go to the bowlers. The captain only asks this is what I need. Then it's up to them to figure out how to bowl, and they have to put in the hard yards," Dhoni said at the post-match presentation ceremony. "Thanks to the bowling department for where we are this season. I would have preferred it if the openers finished it off. Once they got the required rate below 6 an over, there was no reason to play big shots and get out. They did the hard yards," he added. Dhoni also lauded the entire Chennai team for producing a clinical performance when it mattered. "It's the usual route, last year was the exception. The kind of response from the boys today was brilliant. The way we batted to get 140-plus runs was very nice," he said. "The spinners got some turn, and we kept getting wickets at the right time." Delhi captain Shreyas Iyer, on the contrary, blamed his batting department for the loss. "We had a disappointing start, losing two wickets in the powerplay, and it was hard to recover from that. They have amazing spinners. But we've had a great season," he said. "None of the batsmen took the initiative to take the team through and there wasn't a partnership buidling. Disappointing for us but a good learning." Iyer, though, was about the pitch on offer this season at their home turf at the Feroz Shah Kotla Stadium. "It's something to think about (the Delhi pitch). We didn't win too many home games, but we can't complain about pitches. We've been practising a lot on slow wickets. As professionals we can't give excuses," he said. "I think we've learned a lot, looking at seniors like MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma leading their teams. It's a proud moment for me, standing with them at the toss. They talk to me, share their experiences, and that's great for me." Shedding more light on his experience of leading the team, Iyer said: "I've heard Rohit and many of them talk about how difficult it is to be captain, and yeah, it's not an easy job to do, but I'm happy to be the captain. "Really proud of the boys. Loving the way we've gelled as a family. The coaches and support staff have been amazing. A lot more to come next season. We've found the base, now is the time to grow," he said. Man-of-the-match Faf du Plessis, who hit a 39-ball 50 during the chase, said Chennai's experience of winning big games did the trick even though they didn't have a very good outing in the last phase of the tournament this season. "We didn't have the best run in the last five or six games, but we do have a lot of confidence as a team that's won a lot of big games. We drew a lot of strength from that," he said. "Our strength is to get partnerships going and extend that, even if we take our time initially. We've got a lot of good batsmen down the order, and we back them to catch up with the required rate."

Dhoni credits bowlers for easy win over DC in Qualifier 2

Riding high on confidence, Delhi will aim to make it to their first IPL final when they take on Chennai in Qualifier 2 of the ongoing edition of the Indian Premier League at the ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium.

IPL 2019, Qualifier 2: Delhi to fight for final berth against Chennai

<p>Defending champions <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/live-updates-ipl-2019-qualifier-2-delhi-vs-chennai-at-aca-vdca-cricket-stadium-217540">defeated Delhi by six wickets</a> in the Qualifier 2 of Indian Premier League 2019 to set up the summit clash of the season against Mumbai team.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Chasing a total of 148 to win, Chennai openers Shane Watson and Fad du Plessis scored half-centuries to give their side a stable start.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Dwayne Bravo scored the winning runs at Visakhapatnam's ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium and Chennai will play the final match on May 12.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Du Plessis scored his third half-century in this season of IPL before Trent Boult got hold of him in the 11th over.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Soon after scoring his second half-century in this season, Watson (50) gave away his wicket.</p>

<p>Suresh Raina and Ambati Rayudu then came out to bat but Raina too gave away his wicket after scoring just 11 runs.</p>

<p>After Raina's dismissal, skipper Dhoni took the field. Rayudu and Dhoni played steadily and added another 19 runs on the scoreboard.</p>

<p>However, in the 19th over, Dhoni tried to finish off the match by hitting a six but gave away an easy catch to Keemo Paul off Ishant Sharma delivery.</p>

<p>Dwayne Bravo then joined Rayudu and both took their side over the line to register a six-wicket victory.</p>

<p>Earlier, MS Dhoni-led Chennai dished out a clinical bowling effort to restrict Delhi to 147 for nine.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Dwayne Bravo (2/19), Ravindra Jadeja (2/23), Deepak Chahar (2/28) and Harbhajan Singh (2/31) shared eight wickets between them to keep Delhi in check after opting to bowl.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Sent into bat, Delhi made a shaky start with Prithvi Shaw (5) and Shikhar Dhawan (18 off 14) adding 21 runs in 2.3 overs before the former was caught plumb in front of the wicket by Chahar.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Shaw's dismissal opened the floodgates as Delhi lost three wickets in quick time to slump to 75 for four in 11.3 overs.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Dhawan was the next to depart, caught by Mahendra Singh Dhoni off Harbhajan and then Colin Munro (27) was holed at deep square-leg by Bravo off Jadeja as the South African went for a slog sweep.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Skipper Shreyas Iyer (13 of 18) tried to anchor the innings but he too fell while going for a big shot, caught by Suresh Raina off Imran Tahir (1/28) in the 12th over.&nbsp;</p>

<p>To make matters worse for Delhi, new man in Axar Patel departed in the next over, hitting a short delivery of Bravo straight to Tahir at third man.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Rishabh Pant (38 off 25) and Sherfane Rutherford (10) shared 22 runs for the sixth wicket but Chennai didn't allow the Delhi outfit to get any momentum, picking up wickets at regular intervals to rattle their innings.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Rutherford became Harbhajan's second victim, followed by Keemo Paul who was cleaned up by Bravo's perfect yorker in the 18th over.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The onus was on hard-hitting Pant to take Delhi to a challenging total but he too failed to cope up with the pressure, caught by Bravo at long-on off Chahar.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Towards the end, Amit Mishra (6 not out) and Ishant Sharma (10 not out off 3 balls) used their long handles to great effect and struck some lusty blows to take the Delhi side close to the 150-run mark.</p>


Defending champions defeated Delhi by six wickets in the Qualifier 2 of Indian Premier League 2019 to set up the summit clash of the season against Mumbai team. Chasing a total of 148 to win, Chennai openers Shane Watson and Fad du Plessis scored half-centuries to give their side a stable start.

Defending champions defeated Delhi by six wickets in the Qualifier 2 of Indian Premier League 2019 to set up the summit clash of the season against Mumbai team. Chasing a total of 148 to win, Chennai openers Shane Watson and Fad du Plessis scored half-centuries to give their side a stable start. Dwayne Bravo scored the winning runs at Visakhapatnam's ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium and Chennai will play the final match on May 12. Du Plessis scored his third half-century in this season of IPL before Trent Boult got hold of him in the 11th over. Soon after scoring his second half-century in this season, Watson (50) gave away his wicket. Suresh Raina and Ambati Rayudu then came out to bat but Raina too gave away his wicket after scoring just 11 runs. After Raina's dismissal, skipper Dhoni took the field. Rayudu and Dhoni played steadily and added another 19 runs on the scoreboard. However, in the 19th over, Dhoni tried to finish off the match by hitting a six but gave away an easy catch to Keemo Paul off Ishant Sharma delivery. Dwayne Bravo then joined Rayudu and both took their side over the line to register a six-wicket victory. Earlier, MS Dhoni-led Chennai dished out a clinical bowling effort to restrict Delhi to 147 for nine. .@ChennaiIPL win Qualifier 2 by 6 wickets, will face @mipaltan in the #VIVOIPL 2019 final 🙌#CSKvDC pic.twitter.com/rnaDaWBwd8 — IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) May 10, 2019 × Dwayne Bravo (2/19), Ravindra Jadeja (2/23), Deepak Chahar (2/28) and Harbhajan Singh (2/31) shared eight wickets between them to keep Delhi in check after opting to bowl. Sent into bat, Delhi made a shaky start with Prithvi Shaw (5) and Shikhar Dhawan (18 off 14) adding 21 runs in 2.3 overs before the former was caught plumb in front of the wicket by Chahar. Shaw's dismissal opened the floodgates as Delhi lost three wickets in quick time to slump to 75 for four in 11.3 overs. Dhawan was the next to depart, caught by Mahendra Singh Dhoni off Harbhajan and then Colin Munro (27) was holed at deep square-leg by Bravo off Jadeja as the South African went for a slog sweep. Skipper Shreyas Iyer (13 of 18) tried to anchor the innings but he too fell while going for a big shot, caught by Suresh Raina off Imran Tahir (1/28) in the 12th over. To make matters worse for Delhi, new man in Axar Patel departed in the next over, hitting a short delivery of Bravo straight to Tahir at third man. .@ChennaiIPL reach their 8th #VIVOIPL final, what a team 🔥#CSKvDC pic.twitter.com/mMpGkNTJEb — IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) May 10, 2019 × Rishabh Pant (38 off 25) and Sherfane Rutherford (10) shared 22 runs for the sixth wicket but Chennai didn't allow the Delhi outfit to get any momentum, picking up wickets at regular intervals to rattle their innings. Rutherford became Harbhajan's second victim, followed by Keemo Paul who was cleaned up by Bravo's perfect yorker in the 18th over. The onus was on hard-hitting Pant to take Delhi to a challenging total but he too failed to cope up with the pressure, caught by Bravo at long-on off Chahar. Towards the end, Amit Mishra (6 not out) and Ishant Sharma (10 not out off 3 balls) used their long handles to great effect and struck some lusty blows to take the Delhi side close to the 150-run mark.

IPL 2019: Defending champions Chennai defeat Delhi to storm into final

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<p>Dispatching the ball deep into the stands is in Rishabh Pant's "muscle memory" and that's why he doesn't need to look at who is bowling to him once he is in a mood to go hammer and tongs.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Pant hit five sixes in his 21-ball-49 as he guided <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2019-prithvi-shaw-rishabh-pant-help-delhi-sink-hyderabad-inch-closer-to-ipl-final-217125">Delhi to a two-wicket victory in the IPL Eliminator against Hyderabad</a>.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"In T20s, you need 40 off 20 or so, then you have to attack one bowler. I don't see who's bowling. It's in our muscle memory, and that's why we practise so much. Today, that was special because I didn't try to hit the ball too hard. I was just watching the ball, and I was trying to time the ball."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Pant also said that he ensured that the mindset remains positive when the team is going for improbable chases.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"If you are set on a wicket like this, you have to finish the match for your team. I took it very close, but next time I will finish it for the team.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Pressure) I just try to be positive. If your mindset is negative, it doesn't help," said Pant.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Prithvi Shaw, who scored the only half-century of the match thanked the support staff for keeping faith in him despite inconsistent performances. &nbsp;</p>

<p>"All this is dedicated to my team as they have backed me quite well. I wasn't scoring runs in the last few games. All thanks to support staff, players and coaches for believing in me and giving the opportunity as well. I was a bit nervous but my coaching staff helped me," Shaw said, having scored 56 off 38 balls.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I believed in myself to get my form back and went in there and played my natural game. These kind of games I am always nervous. Rishabh batted beautifully. Whenever we needed him, he is always there for us."</p>

<p>Their young captain Shreyas Iyer was also ecstatic.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"(Last over) I can't express my emotions. I was sitting and those last two overs were like a hell [laughs]. An amazing feeling (to win) and I could see the happiness in everyone's faces. The joy we share after winning was good."&nbsp;</p>


Dispatching the ball deep into the stands is in Rishabh Pant's "muscle memory" and that's why he doesn't need to look at who is bowling to him once he is in a mood to go hammer and tongs.

Dispatching the ball deep into the stands is in Rishabh Pant's "muscle memory" and that's why he doesn't need to look at who is bowling to him once he is in a mood to go hammer and tongs. Pant hit five sixes in his 21-ball-49 as he guided Delhi to a two-wicket victory in the IPL Eliminator against Hyderabad. "In T20s, you need 40 off 20 or so, then you have to attack one bowler. I don't see who's bowling. It's in our muscle memory, and that's why we practise so much. Today, that was special because I didn't try to hit the ball too hard. I was just watching the ball, and I was trying to time the ball." Pant also said that he ensured that the mindset remains positive when the team is going for improbable chases. "If you are set on a wicket like this, you have to finish the match for your team. I took it very close, but next time I will finish it for the team. Pressure) I just try to be positive. If your mindset is negative, it doesn't help," said Pant. Prithvi Shaw, who scored the only half-century of the match thanked the support staff for keeping faith in him despite inconsistent performances. "All this is dedicated to my team as they have backed me quite well. I wasn't scoring runs in the last few games. All thanks to support staff, players and coaches for believing in me and giving the opportunity as well. I was a bit nervous but my coaching staff helped me," Shaw said, having scored 56 off 38 balls. "I believed in myself to get my form back and went in there and played my natural game. These kind of games I am always nervous. Rishabh batted beautifully. Whenever we needed him, he is always there for us." Their young captain Shreyas Iyer was also ecstatic. "(Last over) I can't express my emotions. I was sitting and those last two overs were like a hell [laughs]. An amazing feeling (to win) and I could see the happiness in everyone's faces. The joy we share after winning was good."

IPL 2019: Hitting sixes is in my muscle memory, says Rishabh Pant

<p>Prithvi Shaw's half-century and Rishabh Pant's 21-ball 49 helped <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/live-updates-ipl-2019-eliminator-delhi-vs-hyderabad-at-aca-vdca-cricket-stadium-217052">Delhi seal a two-wicket win over Hyderabad</a> in their Indian Premier League (IPL) playoff on Wednesday to move a step closer to the final.</p>

<p>Chasing 163 for victory, Delhi rode on aggressive knocks by Shaw and Pant to edge a thrilling game with a ball to spare.</p>

<p>Delhi face Chennai in another playoff on Friday to determine who meets three-times champions Mumbai in Sunday's final.</p>

<p>Indian opener Shaw laid the platform with a blistering 56 off 38 balls that included six boundaries and two sixes before Pant took Delhi close to victory.</p>

<p>Wicketkeeper-batsman Pant, who was left out of India's World Cup squad, smashed five sixes and two boundaries but missed out on a well-deserved half-century when he was caught attempting one too many big shots.</p>

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<p>Delhi survived a nervy final over in which Amit Mishra was dismissed for obstructing the field by getting in the way of a throw at the stumps, before they sealed a famous victory.</p>

<p>Earlier, Hyderabad's top-order failed to convert starts into big scores with Martin Guptill dismissed for 36 while Manish Pandey perished for 30.</p>

<p>Hyderabad were 111 for the loss of four wickets after Kane Williamson was bowled by paceman Ishant Sharma for 28, but Vijay Shankar and Mohammad Nabi helped accelerate the scoring in the last four overs to take them to a challenging total.</p>

<p>Shankar hit two fours and as many sixes in his 11-ball 25 while Nabi made 20 from 13 balls.</p>

<p>Delhi all-rounder Keemo Paul finished with figures of 3-32 from his four overs, including two wickets in the final over.</p>

<p>The West Indian was also involved in a controversial run out on the penultimate ball of the Hyderabad innings, after Deepak Hooda was caught short of his crease having collided with him in the middle of the pitch.</p>


Prithvi Shaw's half-century and Rishabh Pant's 21-ball 49 helped Delhi seal a two-wicket win over Hyderabad in their Indian Premier League (IPL) playoff on Wednesday to move a step closer to the final.

Prithvi Shaw's half-century and Rishabh Pant's 21-ball 49 helped Delhi seal a two-wicket win over Hyderabad in their Indian Premier League (IPL) playoff on Wednesday to move a step closer to the final. Chasing 163 for victory, Delhi rode on aggressive knocks by Shaw and Pant to edge a thrilling game with a ball to spare. Delhi face Chennai in another playoff on Friday to determine who meets three-times champions Mumbai in Sunday's final. Indian opener Shaw laid the platform with a blistering 56 off 38 balls that included six boundaries and two sixes before Pant took Delhi close to victory. Wicketkeeper-batsman Pant, who was left out of India's World Cup squad, smashed five sixes and two boundaries but missed out on a well-deserved half-century when he was caught attempting one too many big shots. Keemo Paul ends the tension!@DelhiCapitals win the #Eliminator by 2 wickets and move on to Qualifier 2 🔵#DCvSRH pic.twitter.com/WzpjUeg5pC — IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) May 8, 2019 × Delhi survived a nervy final over in which Amit Mishra was dismissed for obstructing the field by getting in the way of a throw at the stumps, before they sealed a famous victory. Earlier, Hyderabad's top-order failed to convert starts into big scores with Martin Guptill dismissed for 36 while Manish Pandey perished for 30. Hyderabad were 111 for the loss of four wickets after Kane Williamson was bowled by paceman Ishant Sharma for 28, but Vijay Shankar and Mohammad Nabi helped accelerate the scoring in the last four overs to take them to a challenging total. Shankar hit two fours and as many sixes in his 11-ball 25 while Nabi made 20 from 13 balls. Delhi all-rounder Keemo Paul finished with figures of 3-32 from his four overs, including two wickets in the final over. The West Indian was also involved in a controversial run out on the penultimate ball of the Hyderabad innings, after Deepak Hooda was caught short of his crease having collided with him in the middle of the pitch.

IPL 2019: Prithvi Shaw, Rishabh Pant help Delhi sink Hyderabad, inch closer to IPL final

The road to the final has become difficult but Delhi have the means to drive their way through the obstacles, starting with the IPL eliminator against Hyderabad.

IPL 2019: Delhi to clash with Hyderabad in Eliminator

<p>Chennai skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni said that his side should have read the pitch better after <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2019-mumbai-enter-final-after-defeating-chennai-by-6-wickets-216823">losing to Mumbai in Qualifier 1</a> of Indian Premier League 2019 on Tuesday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Suryakumar Yadav dazzled as he scored an unbeaten 71 runs off 54 balls, which included 10 boundaries at the Chidambaram Stadium.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On Chepauk's a sluggish pitch, which offered considerable turn and odd bounce, Suryakumar played a brilliant innings with Mumbai reaching the target in 18.3 overs.&nbsp;</p>

<p>During the post-match presentation, Dhoni said, "We had to assess the conditions quickly, we have played 6 to 7 games on this pitch and should have read the pitch better, that's the home advantage."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Chennai, however, will get another chance to make it to their eighth summit clash as they will now play the second Qualifier against the winner of the 'Eliminator' between Delhi and Hyderabad.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He further added, "We needed to know how the pitch behaves, would it be tacky? Is the ball coming on or not, those were the things we didn't do well, I think the batting needs to get better."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Dhoni also said, "Hopefully, we will do well in the next game."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Dhoni also pointed out the mistakes his team made during the match, he said, "I think we were a bit unlucky at times, some balls dropped right in the middle, a few catches weren't taken."</p>

<p>"We perhaps had to bowl slightly away from the batsmen, could have slowed down the pace and bowl with more variations," he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On the other hand, the ecstatic winning captain Rohit Sharma said, "Great feeling to know that we'll be playing the finals. Three days now in which we can switch off before the final."&nbsp;</p>


Chennai skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni said that his side should have read the pitch better after losing to Mumbai in Qualifier 1 of Indian Premier League 2019 on Tuesday.

Chennai skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni said that his side should have read the pitch better after losing to Mumbai in Qualifier 1 of Indian Premier League 2019 on Tuesday. Suryakumar Yadav dazzled as he scored an unbeaten 71 runs off 54 balls, which included 10 boundaries at the Chidambaram Stadium. On Chepauk's a sluggish pitch, which offered considerable turn and odd bounce, Suryakumar played a brilliant innings with Mumbai reaching the target in 18.3 overs. During the post-match presentation, Dhoni said, "We had to assess the conditions quickly, we have played 6 to 7 games on this pitch and should have read the pitch better, that's the home advantage." Chennai, however, will get another chance to make it to their eighth summit clash as they will now play the second Qualifier against the winner of the 'Eliminator' between Delhi and Hyderabad. He further added, "We needed to know how the pitch behaves, would it be tacky? Is the ball coming on or not, those were the things we didn't do well, I think the batting needs to get better." .@mipaltan can book an early ✈ to Hyderabad as @ChennaiIPL await one of DC or SRH in Qualifier 2.#MIvCSK #VIVOIPL pic.twitter.com/0gfyvT4unR — IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) May 7, 2019 × Dhoni also said, "Hopefully, we will do well in the next game." Dhoni also pointed out the mistakes his team made during the match, he said, "I think we were a bit unlucky at times, some balls dropped right in the middle, a few catches weren't taken." "We perhaps had to bowl slightly away from the batsmen, could have slowed down the pace and bowl with more variations," he added. On the other hand, the ecstatic winning captain Rohit Sharma said, "Great feeling to know that we'll be playing the finals. Three days now in which we can switch off before the final."

'We should have read pitch better', says MS Dhoni after losing to Mumbai in Qualifier 1

<p>Former captain of the Indian cricket team, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/search?q=ms+dhoni">Mahendra Singh Dhoni</a>, a seasoned wicket-keeper, has troubled his opponents with his sharp skills behind the stumps.&nbsp;</p>

<p>With his splendid batting in the middle-order, Dhoni is termed as one of the best finishers of the game as he has won many matches for his team with the help of a boundary or six.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Dhoni is popular for his precise decision-making at crucial junctures of the match including at the toss.&nbsp;</p>

<p>But who would have thought that all of this is related to a student, who is sitting in an examination hall, giving his end-of-semester exam?&nbsp;</p>

<p>Believe it or not, it is very much related as a question paper given to students of Indian Institute of Technology, Madras (IIT-M) asked a Dhoni-related question.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The students were asked to help Chennai skipper Dhoni to choose whether to bat or field if he wins the toss in his next Indian Premier League match.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>The question was:</strong> "Dew can play a major role in day-night matches. Excessive dew in the outfield makes the ball wet. For spinners, the challenge is to grip the wet ball and get it to impart spin. For fast bowlers, it is difficult to hit the desired length. Hence, this can put the fielding team at a disadvantage. During IPL 2019, Chennai Super Kings are likely to play a qualifier at Chepauk Stadium on May 7. As per the weather forecast on May 7, the relative humidity in Chennai is expected to be 70 per cent. The temperature at the start of the game is expected to be 39 degrees. At the beginning of the second innings, the temperature is expected to drop to 27 degrees. Based on this info, if Dhoni wins the toss would you recommend batting or fielding first. Justify your answer."&nbsp;</p>

<p>This was highlighted when the International Cricket Council (ICC) tweeted about it, hailing the Professor Vignesh Muthuvijayan, who set the question paper.&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Shout out to Professor Vignesh at <a href="https://twitter.com/iitmadras?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@iitmadras</a> for making exams relevant to important, real-life issues!<br />
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Can anyone help <a href="https://twitter.com/msdhoni?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@msdhoni</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/ChennaiIPL?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ChennaiIPL</a> make a decision before the toss tomorrow? (and show your workings 😜) <a href="https://t.co/8fp7rGI5BG">pic.twitter.com/8fp7rGI5BG</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Hats off to the professor who made this question. Some people ask that what is the use of this kinds study in real world so this question is the answer to all that such people.</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Wow amazing...</p>
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<p>"Shout out to Professor Vignesh at @iitmadras for making exams relevant to important, real-life issues! Can anyone help @msdhoni and @ChennaiIPL make a decision before the toss tomorrow? (and show your workings)," ICC tweeted.&nbsp;</p>

<p>While Twitter users hailed the Professor, who had set the question paper.&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en"><a href="https://twitter.com/msdhoni?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@msdhoni</a> And Help 😅😂😂<br />
We Still are The Nursery Students Of That University Where Dhoni is The Ultimate Principal ❤️❤️<a href="https://twitter.com/ChennaiIPL?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ChennaiIPL</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en"><a href="https://twitter.com/msdhoni?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@msdhoni</a> will bowl first as the temperature is 39 in the beginning and in second innings it will drop to 27, hence major chances of due because of 70% humidity as the humid air will turn into water (due) on cold surfaces.</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">If <a href="https://twitter.com/msdhoni?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@msdhoni</a> wins the toss they should bowl first.</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">It's obvious whoever win the toss will elect field first. Dew will play crucial role , fielding second will definitely become challenging. Though Chennai has a spinning track , spinners in second inning will be in trouble to control the ball.<br />
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Win the toss , win the match.</p>
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<p>In the match, the Qualifier 1 of IPL 2019,&nbsp;Dhoni did win the toss and opted to bat first but eventually lost the match to Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai.&nbsp;</p>


Former captain of the Indian cricket team, Mahendra Singh Dhoni, a seasoned wicket-keeper, has troubled his opponents with his sharp skills behind the stumps. With his splendid batting in the middle-order, Dhoni is termed as one of the best finishers of the game as he has won many matches for his team with the help of a boundary or six.

Former captain of the Indian cricket team, Mahendra Singh Dhoni, a seasoned wicket-keeper, has troubled his opponents with his sharp skills behind the stumps. With his splendid batting in the middle-order, Dhoni is termed as one of the best finishers of the game as he has won many matches for his team with the help of a boundary or six. Dhoni is popular for his precise decision-making at crucial junctures of the match including at the toss. But who would have thought that all of this is related to a student, who is sitting in an examination hall, giving his end-of-semester exam? Believe it or not, it is very much related as a question paper given to students of Indian Institute of Technology, Madras (IIT-M) asked a Dhoni-related question. The students were asked to help Chennai skipper Dhoni to choose whether to bat or field if he wins the toss in his next Indian Premier League match. The question was: "Dew can play a major role in day-night matches. Excessive dew in the outfield makes the ball wet. For spinners, the challenge is to grip the wet ball and get it to impart spin. For fast bowlers, it is difficult to hit the desired length. Hence, this can put the fielding team at a disadvantage. During IPL 2019, Chennai Super Kings are likely to play a qualifier at Chepauk Stadium on May 7. As per the weather forecast on May 7, the relative humidity in Chennai is expected to be 70 per cent. The temperature at the start of the game is expected to be 39 degrees. At the beginning of the second innings, the temperature is expected to drop to 27 degrees. Based on this info, if Dhoni wins the toss would you recommend batting or fielding first. Justify your answer." This was highlighted when the International Cricket Council (ICC) tweeted about it, hailing the Professor Vignesh Muthuvijayan, who set the question paper. Shout out to Professor Vignesh at @iitmadras for making exams relevant to important, real-life issues! Can anyone help @msdhoni and @ChennaiIPL make a decision before the toss tomorrow? (and show your workings 😜) pic.twitter.com/8fp7rGI5BG — ICC (@ICC) May 6, 2019 × Hats off to the professor who made this question. Some people ask that what is the use of this kinds study in real world so this question is the answer to all that such people. — Khetki Raj (@khetkiraj) May 7, 2019 × Wow amazing... — MuthuDFAN (@muthu2328) May 7, 2019 × "Shout out to Professor Vignesh at @iitmadras for making exams relevant to important, real-life issues! Can anyone help @msdhoni and @ChennaiIPL make a decision before the toss tomorrow? (and show your workings)," ICC tweeted. While Twitter users hailed the Professor, who had set the question paper. @msdhoni And Help 😅😂😂 We Still are The Nursery Students Of That University Where Dhoni is The Ultimate Principal ❤️❤️@ChennaiIPL — Srkian Arpan Sarkar (@srk_arpan) May 6, 2019 × @msdhoni will bowl first as the temperature is 39 in the beginning and in second innings it will drop to 27, hence major chances of due because of 70% humidity as the humid air will turn into water (due) on cold surfaces. — Durwas Mohite (@DurwasMohite) May 6, 2019 × If @msdhoni wins the toss they should bowl first. — K U Mukuntan23 (@Mukuntan23) May 6, 2019 × It's obvious whoever win the toss will elect field first. Dew will play crucial role , fielding second will definitely become challenging. Though Chennai has a spinning track , spinners in second inning will be in trouble to control the ball. Win the toss , win the match. — Patel Meet (@msp_011) May 6, 2019 × In the match, the Qualifier 1 of IPL 2019, Dhoni did win the toss and opted to bat first but eventually lost the match to Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai.

Twitterati hail IIT Madras for asking a question related to MS Dhoni

<p>Rohit Sharma-led <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/live-updates-ipl-2019-qualifier-1-chennai-vs-mumbai-at-chidambaram-stadium-216769">Mumbai defeated Chennai by six wickets</a> at the Chidambaram Stadium to enter the final of Indian Premier League 2019.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Despite getting the early shocks in the form Rohit Sharma and Quinton de Kock's wicket, Mumbai chased the target with nine balls remaining.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Suryakumar Yadav played a brilliant inning as he scored an unbeaten 71 off 54 balls, which included ten 4s.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Earlier,&nbsp;MS Dhoni failed to launch a brutal assault on a sluggish pitch but did enough in company of Ambati Rayudu to propel Chennai&nbsp;to 131 for 4.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The total was built largely on a fifth-wicket stand of 66 off 48 balls between Dhoni (37 no off 29 balls) and Rayudu (42 no off 37 balls) when other batsmen found going tough.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Dhoni smashed Lasith Malinga for two huge sixes in the penultimate over to provide impetus to the Chennai's innings, which was stymied by the Mumbai bowlers, especially the spinners.</p>

<p>Mumbai&nbsp;leg-spinner Rahul Chahar continued his impressive season, with a superb spell of 2 for 14 in his quota of 4 overs. He kept the batsmen on a leash with turn and bounce.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Chennai&nbsp;didn't get off to a good start, losing three wickets in the Powerplay, as Mumbai skipper Rohit Sharma used five different bowlers in the first five overs.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The visiting team kept things under control in the Powerplay, restricting Chennai&nbsp;to 32 runs while picking up three wickets.&nbsp;</p>

<p>At the halfway stage, Chennai barely managed to reach 50, which was a sign of their struggles.</p>

<p>Faf du Plessis (6) got one from Rahul that bounced a bit more as his cut went straight to substitute fielder Anmolpreet Singh at backward point.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Suresh Raina's (5) attempt to slog Jayant Yadav resulted in a skier which the bowler took with ease.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Shane Watson, who struggled for form, played a trademark pull off Jasprit Bumrah, but fell going for a big hit off Krunal Pandya, taken brilliantly by Jayant Yadav running backwards from his mid-on position.</p>

<p>Murali Vijay attempted to consolidate in Watson's company and succeeded to an extent, before being stumped by Quinton de Kock off Rahul Chahar for 26 (26 balls, 3X4).</p>

<p>Dhoni hit the first six of the match in the 14th over, lofting Jayant (1/25 in 3 overs) over long-on. Rayudu, on the other hand, hit three fours and a six and concentrating taking the singles and doubles with boundaries hard to come by.&nbsp;</p>


Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai defeated Chennai by six wickets at the Chidambaram Stadium to enter the final of Indian Premier League 2019. Despite getting the early shocks in the form Rohit Sharma and Quinton de Kock's wicket, Mumbai chased the target with nine balls remaining.

Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai defeated Chennai by six wickets at the Chidambaram Stadium to enter the final of Indian Premier League 2019. Despite getting the early shocks in the form Rohit Sharma and Quinton de Kock's wicket, Mumbai chased the target with nine balls remaining. Suryakumar Yadav played a brilliant inning as he scored an unbeaten 71 off 54 balls, which included ten 4s. Earlier, MS Dhoni failed to launch a brutal assault on a sluggish pitch but did enough in company of Ambati Rayudu to propel Chennai to 131 for 4. The total was built largely on a fifth-wicket stand of 66 off 48 balls between Dhoni (37 no off 29 balls) and Rayudu (42 no off 37 balls) when other batsmen found going tough. Dhoni smashed Lasith Malinga for two huge sixes in the penultimate over to provide impetus to the Chennai's innings, which was stymied by the Mumbai bowlers, especially the spinners. Mumbai leg-spinner Rahul Chahar continued his impressive season, with a superb spell of 2 for 14 in his quota of 4 overs. He kept the batsmen on a leash with turn and bounce. .@mipaltan are your first finalists!#MI beat CSK by 6 wickets at the Chepauk. #MIvCSK pic.twitter.com/tCozVvZjuz — IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) May 7, 2019 × Chennai didn't get off to a good start, losing three wickets in the Powerplay, as Mumbai skipper Rohit Sharma used five different bowlers in the first five overs. The visiting team kept things under control in the Powerplay, restricting Chennai to 32 runs while picking up three wickets. At the halfway stage, Chennai barely managed to reach 50, which was a sign of their struggles. Faf du Plessis (6) got one from Rahul that bounced a bit more as his cut went straight to substitute fielder Anmolpreet Singh at backward point. Suresh Raina's (5) attempt to slog Jayant Yadav resulted in a skier which the bowler took with ease. Shane Watson, who struggled for form, played a trademark pull off Jasprit Bumrah, but fell going for a big hit off Krunal Pandya, taken brilliantly by Jayant Yadav running backwards from his mid-on position. Murali Vijay attempted to consolidate in Watson's company and succeeded to an extent, before being stumped by Quinton de Kock off Rahul Chahar for 26 (26 balls, 3X4). Dhoni hit the first six of the match in the 14th over, lofting Jayant (1/25 in 3 overs) over long-on. Rayudu, on the other hand, hit three fours and a six and concentrating taking the singles and doubles with boundaries hard to come by.

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<p>Cricket umpire Nigel Llong has paid for the repairs after damaging the glass door in the umpire's room at Bengaluru's M Chinnaswamy Stadium during Bangalore <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2019-shimron-hetmyer-gurkeerat-singh-power-bangalore-to-four-wicket-win-over-hyderabad-215996">final home game against Hyderabad</a> on May 4.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Llong reportedly kicked the door after a controversial end to Hyderabad's innings. The umpire had signalled a no-ball off Umesh Yadav's bowling but the replays suggested that the delivery was legal.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"It was an unfortunate incident. He gave a wrong no-ball decision in the match, and Virat went and spoke to him, and Umesh also spoke to him. So he might have been upset, and frustrated. He came back and kicked the door to the umpires' room after the first innings. So there was a crack and a dent in the door. The glass didn't break, fortunately," ESPN Cricinfo quoted Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) secretary R Sudhakar Rao as saying on Tuesday."&nbsp;</p>

<p>After the game, I found out, and I met the match referee. I spoke to him, and we had a discussion, and I have reported the matter to the Committee of Administrators (CoA).&nbsp;</p>

<p>He paid Rs 5000 for the damages. He was civil about it, but he had caused damage, so we had to charge him for it. He didn't complain about it," he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After the replays, Llong was seen having a discussion with Bangalore skipper Virat Kohli and bowler Yadav when the big screens at the ground showed that the bowler had not overstepped.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The umpire, however, stood his ground and refused to change his decision despite protests from the Bangalore camp.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After the conclusion of the innings, the agitated umpire went back to the umpires room and apparently smashed the glass door.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The glass door was dented, but it did not shatter. The state cricket association, after seeing the nature of the incident, had to report the matter to the CoA after consulting the match referee V Narayan Kutty.</p>


Cricket umpire Nigel Llong has paid for the repairs after damaging the glass door in the umpire's room at Bengaluru's M Chinnaswamy Stadium during Bangalore final home game against Hyderabad on May 4.

Cricket umpire Nigel Llong has paid for the repairs after damaging the glass door in the umpire's room at Bengaluru's M Chinnaswamy Stadium during Bangalore final home game against Hyderabad on May 4. Llong reportedly kicked the door after a controversial end to Hyderabad's innings. The umpire had signalled a no-ball off Umesh Yadav's bowling but the replays suggested that the delivery was legal. "It was an unfortunate incident. He gave a wrong no-ball decision in the match, and Virat went and spoke to him, and Umesh also spoke to him. So he might have been upset, and frustrated. He came back and kicked the door to the umpires' room after the first innings. So there was a crack and a dent in the door. The glass didn't break, fortunately," ESPN Cricinfo quoted Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) secretary R Sudhakar Rao as saying on Tuesday." After the game, I found out, and I met the match referee. I spoke to him, and we had a discussion, and I have reported the matter to the Committee of Administrators (CoA). He paid Rs 5000 for the damages. He was civil about it, but he had caused damage, so we had to charge him for it. He didn't complain about it," he added. After the replays, Llong was seen having a discussion with Bangalore skipper Virat Kohli and bowler Yadav when the big screens at the ground showed that the bowler had not overstepped. The umpire, however, stood his ground and refused to change his decision despite protests from the Bangalore camp. After the conclusion of the innings, the agitated umpire went back to the umpires room and apparently smashed the glass door. The glass door was dented, but it did not shatter. The state cricket association, after seeing the nature of the incident, had to report the matter to the CoA after consulting the match referee V Narayan Kutty.

Umpire Nigel Llong pays for repairs after damaging glass door in Bengaluru stadium

<p>Former New Zealand captain Vettori has worked with Kohli for six seasons as player and coach at the IPL franchise Bangalore. &nbsp;</p>

<p>"When I used to speak to him or any other coaches (used to) speak to him, there's always a conversation around what you think is best, where can this work," Vettori said on the latest episode of ESPNcricinfo's Talking T20 podcast. &nbsp;</p>

<p>"It wouldn't always be a numbers-driven conversation, it would be around some intuition and understanding of the game. I think, ultimately, when you sold a compelling story to Virat, he was always on board, open to listen and that made him such a good captain."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Vettori was part of Bangalore sides which finished runners-up in 2011 (as captain) and 2016 (as coach), apart from a run to the play-offs in 2015.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Talking about Kohli's on-field personality, Vettori said his "energy, enthusiasm and desperation to win" was "contagious."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"...You couple that with (him being) the best batsman in the world, and with a work ethic that has probably led India into the situation they are now [in]. Everyone wants to follow his gym (routine), and everything he does off the field, the way he basically prepares to play the game. That's a huge part of leadership. That's a huge part of captaincy."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Vettori, one of the smart bowlers in world cricket during his playing days, also spoke about the challenges in getting T20 teams adopt data and analytics-driven wisdom.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"For me, I think there's such a strong correlation between thorough planning and the use of data to performance. I think it's so important because I think cricket, in general, is quite immature in terms of its exposure to this.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"So, while we're in these infant stages, I think it's hard for people to get their heads around (analytics).&nbsp;</p>

<p>But, the people who are gonna buy into this first, get their heads around it, I think they'll get the jump-start on everyone."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Vettori said his former team-mate and current Mumbai&nbsp;bowling coach Shane Bond was one of the trailblazers in making the most of data and insights, as Mumbai's "structured, planned" approach to T20 cricket has paid dividends over the years.</p>


Former New Zealand captain Vettori has worked with Kohli for six seasons as player and coach at the IPL franchise Bangalore. "When I used to speak to him or any other coaches (used to) speak to him, there's always a conversation around what you think is best, where can this work," Vettori said on the latest episode of ESPNcricinfo's Talking T20 podcast.

Former New Zealand captain Vettori has worked with Kohli for six seasons as player and coach at the IPL franchise Bangalore. "When I used to speak to him or any other coaches (used to) speak to him, there's always a conversation around what you think is best, where can this work," Vettori said on the latest episode of ESPNcricinfo's Talking T20 podcast. "It wouldn't always be a numbers-driven conversation, it would be around some intuition and understanding of the game. I think, ultimately, when you sold a compelling story to Virat, he was always on board, open to listen and that made him such a good captain." Vettori was part of Bangalore sides which finished runners-up in 2011 (as captain) and 2016 (as coach), apart from a run to the play-offs in 2015. Talking about Kohli's on-field personality, Vettori said his "energy, enthusiasm and desperation to win" was "contagious." "...You couple that with (him being) the best batsman in the world, and with a work ethic that has probably led India into the situation they are now [in]. Everyone wants to follow his gym (routine), and everything he does off the field, the way he basically prepares to play the game. That's a huge part of leadership. That's a huge part of captaincy." Vettori, one of the smart bowlers in world cricket during his playing days, also spoke about the challenges in getting T20 teams adopt data and analytics-driven wisdom. "For me, I think there's such a strong correlation between thorough planning and the use of data to performance. I think it's so important because I think cricket, in general, is quite immature in terms of its exposure to this. "So, while we're in these infant stages, I think it's hard for people to get their heads around (analytics). But, the people who are gonna buy into this first, get their heads around it, I think they'll get the jump-start on everyone." Vettori said his former team-mate and current Mumbai bowling coach Shane Bond was one of the trailblazers in making the most of data and insights, as Mumbai's "structured, planned" approach to T20 cricket has paid dividends over the years.

Virat Kohli is exceptionally open to ideas: Vettori

<p>The league stage is over and now the fight to book a finale berth will start as four teams, Chennai, Mumbai, Delhi and Hyderabad, will clash against each other to with the Indian Premier League 2019 title.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The first Qualifier is between defending champions Chennai and table-toppers Mumbai, which is scheduled for May 7.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Chennai team has been patchy after a strong start and finished its league engagements with a six-wicket defeat to Punjab at Mohali on Sunday. &nbsp;</p>

<p>But Mahendra Singh Dhoni-led side will be happy to return to their den to take on Mumbai, probably its biggest IPL rival, to decide which team seals a spot in the May 12 final. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Chennai boasts of a tremendous record at home this season, winning six of its seven games at the MA Chidambaram Stadium.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A defeat, however, will provide both the teams a second chance in Qualifier 2 on May 10. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The Chennai top-order has fired in fits and starts in the league phase and will need to come out all guns blazing against a formidable Mumbai bowling attack that includes Jasprit Bumrah (17 wickets), Lasith Malinga (15 wickets), the Pandya brothers (Hardik 14 wickets and Krunal 10 wickets), leggie Rahul Chahar (10 wickets) and possibly Mitchell McClenaghan. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Skipper Dhoni (Chennai's highest run-getter with 368 runs from 12 matches, 3 fifties) has been the mainstay of a rather inconsistent Chennai batting unit and along with openers Shane Watson and Faf du Plessis and Suresh Raina holds the key in Saturday's game as the usually fluent Ambati Rayudu has struggled to get going. &nbsp; &nbsp;</p>

<p>Chennai, however, will miss the services of the Kedar Jadhav, who sustained a freak shoulder injury in the match against Punjab. &nbsp;</p>

<p>But Jadhav wasn't in the best of form and his absence would open up a spot for either Murali Vijay or Dhruv Shorey.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Bowling has been Chennai's strong point so far this season and becomes even more potent on Chidambaram's sluggish wicket. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Imran Tahir (21 scalps), the second highest wicket-taker this season after Kagiso Rabada (25), has been at the forefront of an effective Chennai spin trio, also including veteran Harbhajan Singh and Ravindra Jadeja (both with 13 wickets each).&nbsp;</p>

<p>And the success of Tahir &amp; Co against the powerful Mumbai batting line-up could very well determine the course of the match. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Mumbai captain Rohit Sharma (386 runs), the impressive Quinton De Kock (492, third leading run-scorer), Hardik Pandya (380) and Kieron Pollard will be hard to stop once they get going and Chennai's bowlers have a tough task at hand. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The onus would also be on the ever-improving Deepak Chahar, who has taken 16 scalps so far, to pick up early wickets for Chennai and stifle the rival batting line-up.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Going by the head-to-head record this year, Mumbai holds an upperhand having won both its encounters against Chennai in the preliminary phase. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Mumabi's head coach Mahela Jayawardene would be aware of the job at hand and won't take Chennai lightly despite the Lions' recent wobbly form.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Chennai will certainly receive a boost by playing the Qualifier 1 at home with the crowd fully backing the team in what promises to be a cracker of a contest.</p>

<p>There is hardly anything to differentiate between the two sides as both CSK and MI have won the title three times earlier.&nbsp;</p>


The league stage is over and now the fight to book a finale berth will start as four teams, Chennai, Mumbai, Delhi and Hyderabad, will clash against each other to with the Indian Premier League 2019 title.

The league stage is over and now the fight to book a finale berth will start as four teams, Chennai, Mumbai, Delhi and Hyderabad, will clash against each other to with the Indian Premier League 2019 title. The first Qualifier is between defending champions Chennai and table-toppers Mumbai, which is scheduled for May 7. Chennai team has been patchy after a strong start and finished its league engagements with a six-wicket defeat to Punjab at Mohali on Sunday. But Mahendra Singh Dhoni-led side will be happy to return to their den to take on Mumbai, probably its biggest IPL rival, to decide which team seals a spot in the May 12 final. Chennai boasts of a tremendous record at home this season, winning six of its seven games at the MA Chidambaram Stadium. A defeat, however, will provide both the teams a second chance in Qualifier 2 on May 10. The Chennai top-order has fired in fits and starts in the league phase and will need to come out all guns blazing against a formidable Mumbai bowling attack that includes Jasprit Bumrah (17 wickets), Lasith Malinga (15 wickets), the Pandya brothers (Hardik 14 wickets and Krunal 10 wickets), leggie Rahul Chahar (10 wickets) and possibly Mitchell McClenaghan. Skipper Dhoni (Chennai's highest run-getter with 368 runs from 12 matches, 3 fifties) has been the mainstay of a rather inconsistent Chennai batting unit and along with openers Shane Watson and Faf du Plessis and Suresh Raina holds the key in Saturday's game as the usually fluent Ambati Rayudu has struggled to get going. Chennai, however, will miss the services of the Kedar Jadhav, who sustained a freak shoulder injury in the match against Punjab. But Jadhav wasn't in the best of form and his absence would open up a spot for either Murali Vijay or Dhruv Shorey. Bowling has been Chennai's strong point so far this season and becomes even more potent on Chidambaram's sluggish wicket. Imran Tahir (21 scalps), the second highest wicket-taker this season after Kagiso Rabada (25), has been at the forefront of an effective Chennai spin trio, also including veteran Harbhajan Singh and Ravindra Jadeja (both with 13 wickets each). And the success of Tahir & Co against the powerful Mumbai batting line-up could very well determine the course of the match. Mumbai captain Rohit Sharma (386 runs), the impressive Quinton De Kock (492, third leading run-scorer), Hardik Pandya (380) and Kieron Pollard will be hard to stop once they get going and Chennai's bowlers have a tough task at hand. The onus would also be on the ever-improving Deepak Chahar, who has taken 16 scalps so far, to pick up early wickets for Chennai and stifle the rival batting line-up. Going by the head-to-head record this year, Mumbai holds an upperhand having won both its encounters against Chennai in the preliminary phase. Mumabi's head coach Mahela Jayawardene would be aware of the job at hand and won't take Chennai lightly despite the Lions' recent wobbly form. Chennai will certainly receive a boost by playing the Qualifier 1 at home with the crowd fully backing the team in what promises to be a cracker of a contest. There is hardly anything to differentiate between the two sides as both CSK and MI have won the title three times earlier.

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