India have struggled on slow and turning pitches in the ongoing T20 World Cup 2026, however, conditions could be different in their Super 8 clash against Zimbabwe on Feb 26 at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. After losing their opening Super 8 match to South Africa, this fixture has become crucial for India. If they lose to Zimbabwe, they will almost be out of the tournament. Even with a win, their qualification chances remain uncertain due to a poor net run rate (NRR). The surface at Chepauk could offer some welcome relief for Suryakumar Yadav’s side. Traditionally known for being slow and assisting bowlers, conditions would typically have suited Zimbabwe’s attack, but this time the pitch appears to be slightly different from its usual nature.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/women-s-t20-world-cup-2026-bangladesh-join-india-pakistan-in-group-1-check-full-updated-schedule-1771923455507">Women’s T20 World Cup 2026: Bangladesh join India, Pakistan in Group 1; check full updated schedule</a><h2>Chennai's pitch expected to help batters</h2>There is good news for India as, according to Indian Express, all three pitches prepared for the India vs Zimbabwe match are expected to favour batters. One surface is made of red soil, while the other two are mostly black soil. One of the black-soil pitches has no grass, while the remaining two have a light covering, which is a common practice in ICC events to maintain a balance between bat and ball. Overall, all three surfaces are likely to produce high-scoring games. The final pitch will be selected on Tuesday. &nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/fifa-proposes-rule-change-for-injured-players-details-inside-1771922044788">FIFA proposes rule change for injured players, details inside</a><h2>Chepauk likely to see big scores</h2>So far in the T2O World Cup 2026, six group matches have been played in Chennai. The lowest first-innings score was 173 and the highest was 200. In one of the matches, New Zealand successfully chased 183 runs against Afghanistan with 13 balls remaining. Earlier, the Chennai ground was known for helping spin bowlers, but in recent IPL seasons, it has offered better conditions for batters.&nbsp;There are also reports that India might include Sanju Samson in the playing XI, possibly in the top three. Teams have often used off-spinners early in the innings because India’s top three batters are left-handed; bringing Samson in could help counter that plan. If he plays, Rinku Singh may have to sit out.

After losing their opening Super 8 match to South Africa, this fixture against Zimbabwe has become crucial for India. A defeat will almost end their hopes of staying in the tournament.

India have struggled on slow and turning pitches in the ongoing T20 World Cup 2026, however, conditions could be different in their Super 8 clash against Zimbabwe on Feb 26 at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. After losing their opening Super 8 match to South Africa, this fixture has become crucial for India. If they lose to Zimbabwe, they will almost be out of the tournament. Even with a win, their qualification chances remain uncertain due to a poor net run rate (NRR). The surface at Chepauk could offer some welcome relief for Suryakumar Yadav’s side. Traditionally known for being slow and assisting bowlers, conditions would typically have suited Zimbabwe’s attack, but this time the pitch appears to be slightly different from its usual nature. Also Read - Women’s T20 World Cup 2026: Bangladesh join India, Pakistan in Group 1; check full updated schedule Chennai's pitch expected to help batters There is good news for India as, according to Indian Express, all three pitches prepared for the India vs Zimbabwe match are expected to favour batters. One surface is made of red soil, while the other two are mostly black soil. One of the black-soil pitches has no grass, while the remaining two have a light covering, which is a common practice in ICC events to maintain a balance between bat and ball. Overall, all three surfaces are likely to produce high-scoring games. The final pitch will be selected on Tuesday. Also Read - FIFA proposes rule change for injured players, details inside Chepauk likely to see big scores So far in the T2O World Cup 2026, six group matches have been played in Chennai. The lowest first-innings score was 173 and the highest was 200. In one of the matches, New Zealand successfully chased 183 runs against Afghanistan with 13 balls remaining. Earlier, the Chennai ground was known for helping spin bowlers, but in recent IPL seasons, it has offered better conditions for batters. There are also reports that India might include Sanju Samson in the playing XI, possibly in the top three. Teams have often used off-spinners early in the innings because India’s top three batters are left-handed; bringing Samson in could help counter that plan. If he plays, Rinku Singh may have to sit out.

After losing their opening Super 8 match to South Africa, this fixture against Zimbabwe has become crucial for India. A defeat will almost end their hopes of staying in the tournament.

Chepauk’s ‘Home Comfort’: Team India to get preferred wicket for crucial Zimbabwe match at T20 WC

Rajasthan Royals (RR) defeated Chennai Super Kings (CSK) by three runs in match 17 of the IPL 2023 edition on Wednesday evening (April 12), at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. This was the one-time winners' first win versus CSK at the venue since IPL 2008. The match went down to the wire before Sandeep Sharma's two successive&nbsp;toe-crushing yorkers sealed the deal for Sanju Samson &amp; Co. as they went on top of the points table.

Being asked to bat first, Sanju Samson &amp; Co. rode on Jos Buttler's 52 (36), Devdutt Padikkal's 38 (26), R Ashwin's 30 (22) and Shimron Hetymer's 18-ball 30 as they posted a competitive 175 for 8. In reply, CSK were restricted for 172 for 6 to lose&nbsp;by a whisker on the final ball of the contest. At one stage, they were well-placed at 78 for 1 in 9.2 overs before Ajinkya Rahane-Devon Conway (50)'s second-wicket partnership was broken that led to RR's comeback.&nbsp;

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RR's spin trio -- Ashwin (2 for 25), Yuzvendra Chahal (2 for 27) and Adam Zampa (1 for 43) dented the CSK run-chase, especially in the middle overs as CSK&nbsp;required a mountain to climb; needing 54 off the last 18 balls.&nbsp;Nonetheless, Chennai skipper MS Dhoni (32* off 17) and Ravindra Jadeja (25* off 15)&nbsp;stitched an unbroken 69-run seventh-wicket stand to almost take their side home. From the 18th over, the duo accelerated and brought down the equation to 21 off six balls. Dhoni's two sixes on the trot, off Sandeep, reduced to the equation to five off the last ball before the pacer had the last laugh with his&nbsp;perfect toe-crushing yorkers.

'Nothing works against MS Dhoni'

After the game, RR skipper Samson told at the post-match presentation, "You have to give credit to the boys. The bowlers kept their cool at the end and bowled really well, we also held on to our catches. I don't have good memories at Chepauk, never won here, and wanted to win today." He then hailed Thala Dhoni and added, "Last two overs were tensed, I tried to push it deep but you are never safe with&nbsp;that guy (Dhoni). You have to have respect for that guy and what he can do. Nothing works against him."

So far in IPL 2023, the 41-year-old Dhoni has looked at his sublime best. He has faced only 27 balls and scored 58 runs, including 2 fours and 6 sixes, at a strike rate of&nbsp;214.81.

Rajasthan Royals (RR) defeated Chennai Super Kings (CSK) by three runs in match 17 of the IPL 2023 edition on Wednesday evening (April 12), at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.

Rajasthan Royals (RR) defeated Chennai Super Kings (CSK) by three runs in match 17 of the IPL 2023 edition on Wednesday evening (April 12), at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. This was the one-time winners' first win versus CSK at the venue since IPL 2008. The match went down to the wire before Sandeep Sharma's two successive toe-crushing yorkers sealed the deal for Sanju Samson & Co. as they went on top of the points table. Being asked to bat first, Sanju Samson & Co. rode on Jos Buttler's 52 (36), Devdutt Padikkal's 38 (26), R Ashwin's 30 (22) and Shimron Hetymer's 18-ball 30 as they posted a competitive 175 for 8. In reply, CSK were restricted for 172 for 6 to lose by a whisker on the final ball of the contest. At one stage, they were well-placed at 78 for 1 in 9.2 overs before Ajinkya Rahane-Devon Conway (50)'s second-wicket partnership was broken that led to RR's comeback. Also Read: WATCH: Relive Sandeep Sharma's perfect yorker to MS Dhoni that prevented CSK's win over RR in IPL 2023 RR's spin trio -- Ashwin (2 for 25), Yuzvendra Chahal (2 for 27) and Adam Zampa (1 for 43) dented the CSK run-chase, especially in the middle overs as CSK required a mountain to climb; needing 54 off the last 18 balls. Nonetheless, Chennai skipper MS Dhoni (32* off 17) and Ravindra Jadeja (25* off 15) stitched an unbroken 69-run seventh-wicket stand to almost take their side home. From the 18th over, the duo accelerated and brought down the equation to 21 off six balls. Dhoni's two sixes on the trot, off Sandeep, reduced to the equation to five off the last ball before the pacer had the last laugh with his perfect toe-crushing yorkers. 'Nothing works against MS Dhoni' After the game, RR skipper Samson told at the post-match presentation, "You have to give credit to the boys. The bowlers kept their cool at the end and bowled really well, we also held on to our catches. I don't have good memories at Chepauk, never won here, and wanted to win today." He then hailed Thala Dhoni and added, "Last two overs were tensed, I tried to push it deep but you are never safe with that guy (Dhoni). You have to have respect for that guy and what he can do. Nothing works against him." So far in IPL 2023, the 41-year-old Dhoni has looked at his sublime best. He has faced only 27 balls and scored 58 runs, including 2 fours and 6 sixes, at a strike rate of 214.81.

IPL 2023: 'You're never safe with MS Dhoni'- Sanju Samson reacts after RR's close win over CSK

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will play host to the Rajasthan Royals (RR) in match 17 of the IPL 2023 on Wednesday (April 12), at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai. Chennai have so far won twice and lost a game after three complete encounters and occupy the fifth spot in the points table. They will aim for their third win on the trot, after losing the season-opener, on home ground and give a memorable gift to their legendary captain MS Dhoni.

It is to be noted that 41-year-old Dhoni will be playing his 200th game as CSK captain in the IPL. Dhoni has led in 213 matches (leading the now-defunct Rising Pune Supergiants in 13 matches in IPL 2016) overall in the IPL, winning 125 and losing 87 with a win percentage of 58.96. No other captain has even touched the 150-mark with Mumbai Indians' (MI) Rohit Sharma -- the most successful IPL captain with five titles -- coming second (146 games). Thus, the Yellow Army will be desperate to win the face-off versus Sanju Samson-led RR, who occupy the second spot in the overall standings, for Thala Dhoni.

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Dhoni has been the face of CSK since the tournament inception in 2008. Under him, Chennai has won the IPL championship on four occasions (2010, 2011, 2018 and 2021)&nbsp;and ended as the runners-up in five seasons (2008, 2012, 2013, 2015, 2019). In addition, CSK won the now-defunct Champions League (CLT20) twice under Dhoni's captaincy.&nbsp;

On the eve of Dhoni's historic game, Ravindra Jadeja told the reporters, "What can I say, he is a legend of Indian cricket. So, I would like to wish him good luck. Hopefully, in his 200th game, we will win in Chepauk and all the fans will be happy, so we continue the momentum. Hopefully, we win tomorrow and we give him a gift on his 200th (IPL) match as captain."

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will play host to the Rajasthan Royals (RR) in match 17 of the IPL 2023 on Wednesday (April 12), at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai.

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will play host to the Rajasthan Royals (RR) in match 17 of the IPL 2023 on Wednesday (April 12), at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai. Chennai have so far won twice and lost a game after three complete encounters and occupy the fifth spot in the points table. They will aim for their third win on the trot, after losing the season-opener, on home ground and give a memorable gift to their legendary captain MS Dhoni. It is to be noted that 41-year-old Dhoni will be playing his 200th game as CSK captain in the IPL. Dhoni has led in 213 matches (leading the now-defunct Rising Pune Supergiants in 13 matches in IPL 2016) overall in the IPL, winning 125 and losing 87 with a win percentage of 58.96. No other captain has even touched the 150-mark with Mumbai Indians' (MI) Rohit Sharma -- the most successful IPL captain with five titles -- coming second (146 games). Thus, the Yellow Army will be desperate to win the face-off versus Sanju Samson-led RR, who occupy the second spot in the overall standings, for Thala Dhoni. Also Read: FACT-CHECK: Truth behind CSK bowler Tushar Deshpande's 'Rohit Sharma's wicket is easy' remark Dhoni has been the face of CSK since the tournament inception in 2008. Under him, Chennai has won the IPL championship on four occasions (2010, 2011, 2018 and 2021) and ended as the runners-up in five seasons (2008, 2012, 2013, 2015, 2019). In addition, CSK won the now-defunct Champions League (CLT20) twice under Dhoni's captaincy. On the eve of Dhoni's historic game, Ravindra Jadeja told the reporters, "What can I say, he is a legend of Indian cricket. So, I would like to wish him good luck. Hopefully, in his 200th game, we will win in Chepauk and all the fans will be happy, so we continue the momentum. Hopefully, we win tomorrow and we give him a gift on his 200th (IPL) match as captain."

IPL 2023: SPECIAL DOUBLE TON! MS Dhoni to play his 200th game as CSK captain during RR face-off

On Monday (April 03), the MS Dhoni-led Chennai Super Kings (CSK) beat KL Rahul's Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) by 12 runs in match 06 of the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 edition. After a loss in the season-opener, against defending champions Gujarat Titans (GT), CSK returned to Chepauk after 1,426 days -- following IPL 2019 -- and marked a memorable comeback at their fortress to beat Lucknow in a high-scoring encounter at the iconic MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai.&nbsp;

Opting to bowl first, KL Rahul &amp; Co. were off to a poor start as Ruturaj Gaikwad (57) and Devon Conway (47) stitched a whirlwind 110-run opening stand. Cameos from Shivam Dube (16-ball 27), Moeen Ali (13-ball 19), Ambati Rayudu (14-ball 27 not out) and MS Dhoni (3-ball 12) led CSK to a mammoth 217 for 7. Dhoni also completed 5,000 runs in the tournament with his blistering sixes. In reply, LSG were 73 for no loss in five overs before Moeen Ali (4 for 26) and Mitchell Santner (1 for 21) brought the Yellow Army back into the contest.&nbsp;

Kyle Mayers (22-ball 53) led the charge early in the run-chase but Lucknow fell flat after his dismissal despite handy knocks from Nicholas Pooran (18-ball 32) and some lusty blows from Krishnappa Gowtham and Mark Wood. Eventually, Lucknow managfed 205 for 7 to lose by a dozen runs.

Here's a look at the updated points table after CSK beat LSG in IPL 2023

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At the post-match presentation, CSK captain Dhoni said, "Terrific high-scoring game. All of us were thinking how the wicket would be. It was the perfect first game that could happen. I thought it would be much slower. But it was a wicket where you could score runs. I was quite surprised with the wicket. But we'll have to see if we can produce a wicket like this game after game. Fast bowling we need to slightly improve. Need to bowl according to the conditions. WHat is important is to keep an eye as to what the opposition bowlers are doing. One more thing is they'll have to bowl no no-balls or extra wides. Or they'll have to play under a new captain. It will be my second warning and then I'll be off. Only reason we've scored those runs is if the surface is nice."

On Monday (April 03), the MS Dhoni-led Chennai Super Kings (CSK) beat KL Rahul's Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) by 12 runs in match 06 of the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 edition.

On Monday (April 03), the MS Dhoni-led Chennai Super Kings (CSK) beat KL Rahul's Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) by 12 runs in match 06 of the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 edition. After a loss in the season-opener, against defending champions Gujarat Titans (GT), CSK returned to Chepauk after 1,426 days -- following IPL 2019 -- and marked a memorable comeback at their fortress to beat Lucknow in a high-scoring encounter at the iconic MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai. Opting to bowl first, KL Rahul & Co. were off to a poor start as Ruturaj Gaikwad (57) and Devon Conway (47) stitched a whirlwind 110-run opening stand. Cameos from Shivam Dube (16-ball 27), Moeen Ali (13-ball 19), Ambati Rayudu (14-ball 27 not out) and MS Dhoni (3-ball 12) led CSK to a mammoth 217 for 7. Dhoni also completed 5,000 runs in the tournament with his blistering sixes. In reply, LSG were 73 for no loss in five overs before Moeen Ali (4 for 26) and Mitchell Santner (1 for 21) brought the Yellow Army back into the contest. Kyle Mayers (22-ball 53) led the charge early in the run-chase but Lucknow fell flat after his dismissal despite handy knocks from Nicholas Pooran (18-ball 32) and some lusty blows from Krishnappa Gowtham and Mark Wood. Eventually, Lucknow managfed 205 for 7 to lose by a dozen runs. Here's a look at the updated points table after CSK beat LSG in IPL 2023 Also Read: IPL 2023: HISTORIC FEAT! MS Dhoni becomes seventh player to enter 5k-run club in mega event - Watch At the post-match presentation, CSK captain Dhoni said, "Terrific high-scoring game. All of us were thinking how the wicket would be. It was the perfect first game that could happen. I thought it would be much slower. But it was a wicket where you could score runs. I was quite surprised with the wicket. But we'll have to see if we can produce a wicket like this game after game. Fast bowling we need to slightly improve. Need to bowl according to the conditions. WHat is important is to keep an eye as to what the opposition bowlers are doing. One more thing is they'll have to bowl no no-balls or extra wides. Or they'll have to play under a new captain. It will be my second warning and then I'll be off. Only reason we've scored those runs is if the surface is nice."

IPL 2023: Updated points table after Chennai Super Kings beat Lucknow Super Giants at Chepauk

The MS Dhoni-starrer Chennai Super Kings (CSK) returned to their home ground, i.e. the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai, after 1,426 days when they hosted the KL Rahul-led Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in match 6 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 edition on Monday evening (April 03). After a loss in the season-opener, the Yellow Army resorted to home comforts to beat Lucknow by 12&nbsp;runs.

Opting to bowl first, Rahul-led Lucknow didn't have the best of starts. Ruturaj Gaikwad, coming on the back of a splendid 50-ball 92 versus the Gujarat Titans (GT), continued his sublime form to stitch an impressive 110-run stand for the first wicket. Gaikwad fell for a 31-ball 57, at 183.87, whereas Devon Conway departed for an impressive 47.

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CSK, who scored its third-highest runs in powerplays (75/0 in 6 overs), continued to pile runs with blazing cameos from Shivam Dube (16-ball 27), Moeen Ali (13-ball 19),&nbsp;Ambati Rayudu's (14-ball 27*) and MS Dhoni's 3-ball 12. The CSK skipper also completed 5,000 runs in the IPL, becoming the seventh batter to enter the elite club. As a result, CSK posted a mammoth 217 for 7 with Ravi Bishnoi (3 for 28) and Mark Wood (3 for 49) chipping in with regular scalps.

In reply, LSG were off to a blinder. Kyle Mayers, who struck a rapid fifty in the previous game, slammed Tushar Deshpande, Ben Stokes and Deepak Chahar with captain Rahul giving him good company as well. CSK pacers were sloppy but Moeen Ali and Mitchell Santner brought the side back just before the end of the powerplay overs.

Moeen Ali's 4 for 26, removing Mayers, Rahul, Marcus Stoinis and Krunal Pandya, led the charge for Dhoni &amp; Co. Mitchell Santner removed Deepak Hooda whereas Deshpande put on a better show in his final spell to dismiss Nicholas Pooran and Ayush Badoni.&nbsp; restrict LSG at 205 for 7. LSG ended at 205 for 7 to lose by a dozen runs.&nbsp;

Eventually, CSK were sloppy at parts but did enough damage with the bat to emerge on top and pick their first points of the season.&nbsp;

The MS Dhoni-starrer Chennai Super Kings (CSK) returned to their home ground, i.e. the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai, after 1,426 days when they hosted the KL Rahul-led Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in match 6 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 edition on Monday evening (April 03).

The MS Dhoni-starrer Chennai Super Kings (CSK) returned to their home ground, i.e. the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai, after 1,426 days when they hosted the KL Rahul-led Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in match 6 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 edition on Monday evening (April 03). After a loss in the season-opener, the Yellow Army resorted to home comforts to beat Lucknow by 12 runs. Opting to bowl first, Rahul-led Lucknow didn't have the best of starts. Ruturaj Gaikwad, coming on the back of a splendid 50-ball 92 versus the Gujarat Titans (GT), continued his sublime form to stitch an impressive 110-run stand for the first wicket. Gaikwad fell for a 31-ball 57, at 183.87, whereas Devon Conway departed for an impressive 47. Also Read: IPL 2023: HISTORIC FEAT! MS Dhoni becomes seventh player to enter 5k-run club in mega event - Watch CSK, who scored its third-highest runs in powerplays (75/0 in 6 overs), continued to pile runs with blazing cameos from Shivam Dube (16-ball 27), Moeen Ali (13-ball 19), Ambati Rayudu's (14-ball 27*) and MS Dhoni's 3-ball 12. The CSK skipper also completed 5,000 runs in the IPL, becoming the seventh batter to enter the elite club. As a result, CSK posted a mammoth 217 for 7 with Ravi Bishnoi (3 for 28) and Mark Wood (3 for 49) chipping in with regular scalps. In reply, LSG were off to a blinder. Kyle Mayers, who struck a rapid fifty in the previous game, slammed Tushar Deshpande, Ben Stokes and Deepak Chahar with captain Rahul giving him good company as well. CSK pacers were sloppy but Moeen Ali and Mitchell Santner brought the side back just before the end of the powerplay overs. Moeen Ali's 4 for 26, removing Mayers, Rahul, Marcus Stoinis and Krunal Pandya, led the charge for Dhoni & Co. Mitchell Santner removed Deepak Hooda whereas Deshpande put on a better show in his final spell to dismiss Nicholas Pooran and Ayush Badoni. restrict LSG at 205 for 7. LSG ended at 205 for 7 to lose by a dozen runs. Eventually, CSK were sloppy at parts but did enough damage with the bat to emerge on top and pick their first points of the season.

IPL 2023: MS Dhoni's CSK beat LSG by 12 runs in memorable Chepauk homecoming

Rohit Sharma’s Team India suffered their first ODI series defeat in four years on home turf after Australia beat them by 21 runs in the deciding contest on Wednesday, March 22. Chasing 270 runs, India’s poor middle-order batting was once again the concern as Australia compiled a bizarre week for the Indian team. The 1-2 series defeat was India’s first since March 2019 on home turf with serious questions once again surrounding the team with the ODI World Cup all set to take centre&nbsp;stage later this year.

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<h3>India make good start</h3>

Having initially lead the series 1-0 after the Mumbai contest, the Indian Team needed a string show with the bat after they suffered a 10-wicket defeat in Vizag. Both skipper Rohit Sharma (30) and Shubman Gill (37) gave a brilliant start to the innings as they put together an opening stand of 65 runs. However, both Rohit and Shubman departed in quick succession as India were left to rue despite a good start.

Virat Kohli (54) and KL Rahul (32) then steadied the ship for India as they built a partnership of 69 runs for the third wicket. However, wickets then fell in tandem as Suryakumar Yadav was dismissed for a third consecutive golden duck while Axar Patel (2) returned after a bizarre mix-up while running. However, Adam Zampa’s four wickets and Ashton Agar’s brace were enough to break the back of the Indian team as they were bowled out for 248 and lost by 21 runs.

The series defeat was India’s first on home turf in ODIs since 2019, having lost 3-2 in 2019.

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<h3>What happened in the Australian innings?</h3>

Tight bowling spells by Kuldeep Yadav and Hardik Pandya helped India bundle out Australia for 269 in 49 overs in the third and final game of the three-match ODI series at MA Chidambaram Stadium here on Wednesday.

Mitchell Marsh scored the highest for Australia at 47 and made them from as many deliveries. Alex Carey played a knock of 38 runs. For India, Pandya and Kuldeep Yadav bagged three wickets each while Axar Patel and Mohammed Siraj scalped two wickets respectively. Opting to bat first, Australia got off to a flying start as their openers Mitchell Marsh and Travis Head made the Indian bowlers toil hard making merry of the excellent batting conditions.

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Rohit Sharma’s Team India suffered their first ODI series defeat in four years on home turf after Australia beat them by 21 runs in the deciding contest on Wednesday, March 22.

Rohit Sharma’s Team India suffered their first ODI series defeat in four years on home turf after Australia beat them by 21 runs in the deciding contest on Wednesday, March 22. Chasing 270 runs, India’s poor middle-order batting was once again the concern as Australia compiled a bizarre week for the Indian team. The 1-2 series defeat was India’s first since March 2019 on home turf with serious questions once again surrounding the team with the ODI World Cup all set to take centre stage later this year. A series win for the Aussies! 🙌 Scorecard: https://t.co/fxzcM70kwy #AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/M1KY5r7Mnf — cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) March 22, 2023 × India make good start Having initially lead the series 1-0 after the Mumbai contest, the Indian Team needed a string show with the bat after they suffered a 10-wicket defeat in Vizag. Both skipper Rohit Sharma (30) and Shubman Gill (37) gave a brilliant start to the innings as they put together an opening stand of 65 runs. However, both Rohit and Shubman departed in quick succession as India were left to rue despite a good start. Virat Kohli (54) and KL Rahul (32) then steadied the ship for India as they built a partnership of 69 runs for the third wicket. However, wickets then fell in tandem as Suryakumar Yadav was dismissed for a third consecutive golden duck while Axar Patel (2) returned after a bizarre mix-up while running. However, Adam Zampa’s four wickets and Ashton Agar’s brace were enough to break the back of the Indian team as they were bowled out for 248 and lost by 21 runs. The series defeat was India’s first on home turf in ODIs since 2019, having lost 3-2 in 2019. ALSO READ | This is a proper statement: R Ashwin lauds Hardik Pandya for his remark on Test return during WTC final What happened in the Australian innings? Tight bowling spells by Kuldeep Yadav and Hardik Pandya helped India bundle out Australia for 269 in 49 overs in the third and final game of the three-match ODI series at MA Chidambaram Stadium here on Wednesday. Mitchell Marsh scored the highest for Australia at 47 and made them from as many deliveries. Alex Carey played a knock of 38 runs. For India, Pandya and Kuldeep Yadav bagged three wickets each while Axar Patel and Mohammed Siraj scalped two wickets respectively. Opting to bat first, Australia got off to a flying start as their openers Mitchell Marsh and Travis Head made the Indian bowlers toil hard making merry of the excellent batting conditions. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Things could go no right for India’s Surykaumar Yadav after lightning struck not once, not twice but thrice after he was dismissed for a third consecutive golden duck in the ongoing ODI series against Australia. Suryakumar, ICC T20I Player of the Year for 2022, has not enjoyed his recent time with the bat, but getting dismissed for a golden duck in three consecutive matches only reminds of Martin Tyler’s epic commentary for Sergio Aguero’s goal to clinch the Premier League title for Manchester City in 2012 – “I swear you'll never see anything like this ever again. So watch it, drink it in.”

<h3>Bizarre run continues</h3>

Having tasted a bad run of form in Mumbai and Vizag, the team management had backed Suryakumar Yadav to bounce back from the horrible run. However, in an extraordinary turn of passage Surya hit a new low and was scalped by Ashton Agar on the second ball of the 36th over to compound his miserable run-in.

Surya was dismissed for a duck in the first and second ODI by Mitchell Starc and was unable to judge the flight of the ball against the spin of Agar. Surely, Surya will be disappointed by going this low, but thankfully for him; he won’t be on the international scene for the next couple of months. The 32-year-old will now feature in the Indian Premier League (IPL) for Mumbai Indians and will probably get back his mojo in the IPL.

However, despite this unfortunate record he still joins legendary Sachin Tendulkar as he too in 1994 was dismissed for three consecutive golden ducks.

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<h3>What happened in the Australian innings?</h3>

Tight bowling spells by Kuldeep Yadav and Hardik Pandya helped India bundle out Australia for 269 in 49 overs in the third and final game of the three-match ODI series at MA Chidambaram Stadium here on Wednesday.

Mitchell Marsh scored the highest for Australia at 47 and made them from as many deliveries. Alex Carey played a knock of 38 runs. For India, Pandya and Kuldeep Yadav bagged three wickets each while Axar Patel and Mohammed Siraj scalped two wickets respectively. Opting to bat first, Australia got off to a flying start as their openers Mitchell Marsh and Travis Head made the Indian bowlers toil hard making merry of the excellent batting conditions.

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Things could go no right for India’s Surykaumar Yadav after lightning struck not once, not twice but thrice after he was dismissed for a third consecutive golden duck in the ongoing ODI series against Australia. Suryakumar, ICC T20I Player of the Year for 2022, has not enjoyed his recent time with the bat, but getting dismissed for a golden duck in three consecutive matches only reminds of Martin Tyler’s epic commentary for Sergio Aguero’s goal to clinch the Premier League title for Manchester City in 2012 – “I swear you'll never see anything like this ever again. So watch it, drink it in.” Bizarre run continues Having tasted a bad run of form in Mumbai and Vizag, the team management had backed Suryakumar Yadav to bounce back from the horrible run. However, in an extraordinary turn of passage Surya hit a new low and was scalped by Ashton Agar on the second ball of the 36th over to compound his miserable run-in. Surya was dismissed for a duck in the first and second ODI by Mitchell Starc and was unable to judge the flight of the ball against the spin of Agar. Surely, Surya will be disappointed by going this low, but thankfully for him; he won’t be on the international scene for the next couple of months. The 32-year-old will now feature in the Indian Premier League (IPL) for Mumbai Indians and will probably get back his mojo in the IPL. However, despite this unfortunate record he still joins legendary Sachin Tendulkar as he too in 1994 was dismissed for three consecutive golden ducks. ALSO READ | This is a proper statement: R Ashwin lauds Hardik Pandya for his remark on Test return during WTC final What happened in the Australian innings? Tight bowling spells by Kuldeep Yadav and Hardik Pandya helped India bundle out Australia for 269 in 49 overs in the third and final game of the three-match ODI series at MA Chidambaram Stadium here on Wednesday. Mitchell Marsh scored the highest for Australia at 47 and made them from as many deliveries. Alex Carey played a knock of 38 runs. For India, Pandya and Kuldeep Yadav bagged three wickets each while Axar Patel and Mohammed Siraj scalped two wickets respectively. Opting to bat first, Australia got off to a flying start as their openers Mitchell Marsh and Travis Head made the Indian bowlers toil hard making merry of the excellent batting conditions. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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With the three-match ODI series levelled at 1-1, India and Australia have locked horns in the series finale at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai on Wednesday (March 22). Opting to bat first, Steve Smith-led Australia were off to a flying start courtesy of in-form openers Travis Head and Mitchell Marsh before Hardik Pandya's three quick strikes brought India back into the game.

Hardik removed Australia's top three and could have got rid of Head a bit earlier as well had Shubman Gill not dropped a catch off the all-rounder's bowling. The incident took place in the 11th over when Head pulled a short-pitched delivery towards deep square leg with Gill stationed at the position. He went for the catch and timed his dive but could not hold on to the ball (his third drop of the series) and it went to the boundary as well. Gill's efforts didn't please captain Rohit Sharma and vice-captain Hardik. Here's how the duo reacted:

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To Gill's relief, Head fell in the same over as Kuldeeo Yadav took a sharp catch at the deep. Hardik also removed well-set Marsh (47) and accounted for stand-in captain Smith's wicket 0 (3). Gill later redeemed himself with a catch of Marcus Stoinis, who was looking dangerous at 25 (26).

Australia will hope to post anything over 265-270 to challenge Team India at the Chepauk stadium. The series is interestingly poised at 1-1 after Australia won the second and penultimate game&nbsp;by ten wickets. The home side won the series opener, in Mumbai, by five wickets.

With the three-match ODI series levelled at 1-1, India and Australia have locked horns in the series finale at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai on Wednesday (March 22).

With the three-match ODI series levelled at 1-1, India and Australia have locked horns in the series finale at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai on Wednesday (March 22). Opting to bat first, Steve Smith-led Australia were off to a flying start courtesy of in-form openers Travis Head and Mitchell Marsh before Hardik Pandya's three quick strikes brought India back into the game. Hardik removed Australia's top three and could have got rid of Head a bit earlier as well had Shubman Gill not dropped a catch off the all-rounder's bowling. The incident took place in the 11th over when Head pulled a short-pitched delivery towards deep square leg with Gill stationed at the position. He went for the catch and timed his dive but could not hold on to the ball (his third drop of the series) and it went to the boundary as well. Gill's efforts didn't please captain Rohit Sharma and vice-captain Hardik. Here's how the duo reacted: Also Read: Ashwin lauds KL Rahul for 'doing very difficult role with ease', compares him with MS Dhoni, Yuvraj Singh pic.twitter.com/W9saXsTI8j — Guess Karo (@KuchNahiUkhada) March 22, 2023 × To Gill's relief, Head fell in the same over as Kuldeeo Yadav took a sharp catch at the deep. Hardik also removed well-set Marsh (47) and accounted for stand-in captain Smith's wicket 0 (3). Gill later redeemed himself with a catch of Marcus Stoinis, who was looking dangerous at 25 (26). Australia will hope to post anything over 265-270 to challenge Team India at the Chepauk stadium. The series is interestingly poised at 1-1 after Australia won the second and penultimate game by ten wickets. The home side won the series opener, in Mumbai, by five wickets.

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The upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 edition is set to kick off on March 31 with the defending champions Gujarat Titans (GT) up against MS Dhoni's Chennai Super Kings (CSK), at the iconic Narendra Modi Cricket Stadium in&nbsp;Ahmedabad. The forthcoming edition is keenly awaited with the ten teams set to fight it out for the marquee title.&nbsp;

The upcoming season will see its 1000th match, which will be held between CSK and five-time champions Mumbai Indians (MI) at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai. The iconic match will be held on May 06.&nbsp;

Over the years, CSK-MI face-offs have made heads turn and two of the most successful sides will square off with each other in a landmark match of the mega event. Hence, it will be a mouth-watering clash at the iconic stadium.&nbsp;

It is to be noted that the 1000th IPL game will see CSK lock horns with MI for the second time in the season. MI will host their longtime rivals at the Wankhede Stadium on April 08.

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Talking about Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai, they have won the championship on five occasions (IPL 2013, 2015, 2017, 2019, and 2020). CSK, on the other hand, have lifted the coveted title on four occasions (IPL 2010, 2011, 2018, 2021).&nbsp;

Both sides ended at the bottom, with MI finishing at the tenth spot, in IPL 2022, and hence will be eager to bounce back in style this time around.&nbsp;

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The upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 edition is set to kick off on March 31 with the defending champions Gujarat Titans (GT) up against MS Dhoni's Chennai Super Kings (CSK), at the iconic Narendra Modi Cricket Stadium in Ahmedabad.

The upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 edition is set to kick off on March 31 with the defending champions Gujarat Titans (GT) up against MS Dhoni's Chennai Super Kings (CSK), at the iconic Narendra Modi Cricket Stadium in Ahmedabad. The forthcoming edition is keenly awaited with the ten teams set to fight it out for the marquee title. The upcoming season will see its 1000th match, which will be held between CSK and five-time champions Mumbai Indians (MI) at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai. The iconic match will be held on May 06. Over the years, CSK-MI face-offs have made heads turn and two of the most successful sides will square off with each other in a landmark match of the mega event. Hence, it will be a mouth-watering clash at the iconic stadium. It is to be noted that the 1000th IPL game will see CSK lock horns with MI for the second time in the season. MI will host their longtime rivals at the Wankhede Stadium on April 08. Also read: 'You can be a...': Former CSK star Suresh Raina reveals the biggest advice he received from MS Dhoni Talking about Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai, they have won the championship on five occasions (IPL 2013, 2015, 2017, 2019, and 2020). CSK, on the other hand, have lifted the coveted title on four occasions (IPL 2010, 2011, 2018, 2021). Both sides ended at the bottom, with MI finishing at the tenth spot, in IPL 2022, and hence will be eager to bounce back in style this time around. IPL 2023 will feature 70 matches in the group stage followed by the playoffs and the final. The summit clash will take place on May 28. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

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Sunrisers Hyderabad takes on the Delhi Capitals at the MA Chidambaram Stadium. It'll be the second match of a doubleheader, with CSK and RCB securing horns in the early evening game. It will likewise be the last match of the season to be played at Chepauk, with the wicket having produced a lot of low-scoring matches up until now.

Sunrisers Hyderabad appeared to have at last adjusted to the conditions in Chennai as they squashed the Punjab Kings in their last excursion.&nbsp;

In the meantime, the Delhi Capitals have enlisted three successes in their four IPL 2021 games up until now. The team led by Rishabh Pant led snapped its losing streak against the Mumbai Indians.

<h2 class="MsoNormal">DC vs SRH: Head on head&nbsp;</h2>

Both teams have played a total of 18 IPL matches till now, of which eleven have been won by Sunrisers Hyderabad while Delhi Capitals have won seven games.

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Sunrisers Hyderabad might be compelled to roll out a forced change if Bhuvneshwar Kumar doesn't recuperate in time. Sandeep Sharma ought to supplant him in the playing XI. Manish Pandey could get a review into the XI, in spite of the fact that Virat Singh ought to get another chance. They could likewise pick to play an additional spinner by getting Shahbaz Nadeem for Siddharth Kaul.&nbsp;

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Kane Williamson has scored 405 runs against the Delhi Capitals in the IPL. The Kiwi batsman made his re-visitation of the field in the past game versus the Punjab Kings he might want to have a go tomorrow also.

Probable XI: Jonny Bairstow, David Warner, Manish Pandey/Virat Singh, Kane Williamson, Vijay Shankar, Kedar Jadhav, Abhishek Sharma, Rashid Khan, Bhuvneshvar Kumar/Sandeep Sharma, Khaleel Ahmed, and Shahbaz Nadeem/ Siddharth Kaul.

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Rishabh Pant has amassed 394 runs while wearing the Delhi pullover against Hyderabad in IPL, nonetheless, the new DC captain is yet to fire all chambers in IPL 2021.&nbsp;

Delhi Capitals should name an unaltered playing XI for the contest against Sunrisers Hyderabad. However, given the conditions in Chennai, it won't be surprising to see Axar Patel in the playing XI.

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Kagiso Rabada will hope to improve, having yielded a ton of runs in the three games he's played. He has dismissed eleven Sunrisers Hyderabad batsmen in his IPL career. The South African speedster will hold the way into his team's achievement tonight.

Probable XI: Prithvi Shaw, Shikhar Dhawan, Steve Smith, Rishabh Pant, Marcus Stoinis, Shimron Hetmyer, Lalit Yadav, Ravichandran Ashwin, Amit Mishra, Kagiso Rabada, and Avesh Khan.

 
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Sunrisers Hyderabad takes on the Delhi Capitals at the MA Chidambaram Stadium. It'll be the second match of a doubleheader, with CSK and RCB securing horns in the early evening game.

Sunrisers Hyderabad takes on the Delhi Capitals at the MA Chidambaram Stadium. It'll be the second match of a doubleheader, with CSK and RCB securing horns in the early evening game. It will likewise be the last match of the season to be played at Chepauk, with the wicket having produced a lot of low-scoring matches up until now. Sunrisers Hyderabad appeared to have at last adjusted to the conditions in Chennai as they squashed the Punjab Kings in their last excursion. In the meantime, the Delhi Capitals have enlisted three successes in their four IPL 2021 games up until now. The team led by Rishabh Pant led snapped its losing streak against the Mumbai Indians. DC vs SRH: Head on head Both teams have played a total of 18 IPL matches till now, of which eleven have been won by Sunrisers Hyderabad while Delhi Capitals have won seven games. Sunrisers Hyderabad Sunrisers Hyderabad might be compelled to roll out a forced change if Bhuvneshwar Kumar doesn't recuperate in time. Sandeep Sharma ought to supplant him in the playing XI. Manish Pandey could get a review into the XI, in spite of the fact that Virat Singh ought to get another chance. They could likewise pick to play an additional spinner by getting Shahbaz Nadeem for Siddharth Kaul. ALSO READ: IPL 2021: Dinesh Karthik elated with Tamil Nadu teammate Shahrukh Khan's performance Kane Williamson has scored 405 runs against the Delhi Capitals in the IPL. The Kiwi batsman made his re-visitation of the field in the past game versus the Punjab Kings he might want to have a go tomorrow also. Probable XI: Jonny Bairstow, David Warner, Manish Pandey/Virat Singh, Kane Williamson, Vijay Shankar, Kedar Jadhav, Abhishek Sharma, Rashid Khan, Bhuvneshvar Kumar/Sandeep Sharma, Khaleel Ahmed, and Shahbaz Nadeem/ Siddharth Kaul. Delhi Capitals Rishabh Pant has amassed 394 runs while wearing the Delhi pullover against Hyderabad in IPL, nonetheless, the new DC captain is yet to fire all chambers in IPL 2021. Delhi Capitals should name an unaltered playing XI for the contest against Sunrisers Hyderabad. However, given the conditions in Chennai, it won't be surprising to see Axar Patel in the playing XI. ALSO READ: 'There is no better man than Ravi Shastri to give encouragement to youngsters' - Sunil Gavaskar Kagiso Rabada will hope to improve, having yielded a ton of runs in the three games he's played. He has dismissed eleven Sunrisers Hyderabad batsmen in his IPL career. The South African speedster will hold the way into his team's achievement tonight. Probable XI: Prithvi Shaw, Shikhar Dhawan, Steve Smith, Rishabh Pant, Marcus Stoinis, Shimron Hetmyer, Lalit Yadav, Ravichandran Ashwin, Amit Mishra, Kagiso Rabada, and Avesh Khan. The two groups will hope to get dominant in this match prior to moving to their next venues. Although, a low-scoring thrill ride is expected again.

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Royal Challengers Bangalore are set to clash with defending champions Mumbai Indians in the season opener of the 14th edition of the Indian Premier League. The match will be played at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.&nbsp;

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Both teams will clash at the Chepauk after almost ten years. The last time, these two franchises played each other at the stadium was back in the 2011 Champions League T20 finals, where Mumbai Indians easily defeated Virat's Royal Challengers.&nbsp;

Yuzvendra Chahal, who is now part of RCB, had a match-winning bowling spell for Mumbai Indians.&nbsp;

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Spinners will play a crucial role in the match as the pitch will remain spin-friendly and will provide enough turn to bamboozle the batsman.&nbsp;

According to the weather predictions, the skies will be clear and the temperature is expected to be 29 degrees Celsius.

<h2>Here are some stats from the previous IPL matches played at MA Chidambaram Stadium:&nbsp;</h2>

Total IPL matches played: 82

Matches won by teams batting first: 47

Matches won by teams batting second: 33&nbsp;

Royal Challengers Bangalore have been unlucky in this venue as the team holds the record of lowest first innings score.&nbsp;

Highest first innings score: 246/5 - Chennai Super Kings vs Rajasthan Royals, 2010

Lowest first innings score: 70 - Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Chennai Super Kings, 2019

The average first innings score at the Chepauk is 160.&nbsp;

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Royal Challengers Bangalore are set to clash with defending champions Mumbai Indians in the season opener of the 14th edition of the Indian Premier League. The match will be played at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.

Royal Challengers Bangalore are set to clash with defending champions Mumbai Indians in the season opener of the 14th edition of the Indian Premier League. The match will be played at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. IN PICS: List of five major records RCB captain Virat Kohli can break in IPL 2021 Both teams will clash at the Chepauk after almost ten years. The last time, these two franchises played each other at the stadium was back in the 2011 Champions League T20 finals, where Mumbai Indians easily defeated Virat's Royal Challengers. Yuzvendra Chahal, who is now part of RCB, had a match-winning bowling spell for Mumbai Indians. ALSO READ: IPL 2021: Will there be opening ceremony ahead of tournament opener? - All you need to know Spinners will play a crucial role in the match as the pitch will remain spin-friendly and will provide enough turn to bamboozle the batsman. According to the weather predictions, the skies will be clear and the temperature is expected to be 29 degrees Celsius. Here are some stats from the previous IPL matches played at MA Chidambaram Stadium: Total IPL matches played: 82 Matches won by teams batting first: 47 Matches won by teams batting second: 33 Royal Challengers Bangalore have been unlucky in this venue as the team holds the record of lowest first innings score. Highest first innings score: 246/5 - Chennai Super Kings vs Rajasthan Royals, 2010 Lowest first innings score: 70 - Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Chennai Super Kings, 2019 The average first innings score at the Chepauk is 160. LIVE: IPL 2021, MI vs RCB, Live Updates Catch full coverage of IPL 2021 here!

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Skipper Virat Kohli was received with a warm reception of cheers by cricket fans while walking out for toss in the crucial second Test match against England as crowds return to Indian stadium after over a year.

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Indian cricket fans returned to the stands for the first time since October 2019 after BCCI gave their nod for spectators to return. The Indian cricket board have allowed 33,000 fans to enter the MA Chidambaram stadium for the crucial second Test match between India and England.&nbsp;

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As per the commentators, fourteen to fifteen thousand fans were present in the stadium at the time of toss on Saturday. The spectators were allowed to the stadium as COVID graph in India is on the decline.&nbsp;

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Former Indian batsman VVS Laxman took to Twitter and said: "Glad Fans are back in the stadium for the 2nd #IndvEng test in Chennai. They are the biggest stakeholders and an integral part of our sport and I expect them to make a massive difference. Good toss to win for India and hope they make it count by scoring big in the 1st innings."

Virat Kohli went on to win a crucial toss ahead of the Test match as Team India is looking to bounce back in the four-match series. England are currently 1-0 up after a mammoth 227-run win in the first Test.&nbsp;

Former India opener Wasim Jaffer expressed his happiness on social media. He said: "Very happy to see fans back at the Chepauk. The fans are the heartbeat of our sport. Indian cricket wouldn't be as big as it is today if not for the constant support of passionate fans. #INDvsENG"

Skipper Virat Kohli was received with a warm reception of cheers by cricket fans while walking out for toss in the crucial second Test match against England as crowds return to Indian stadium after over a year.

Skipper Virat Kohli was received with a warm reception of cheers by cricket fans while walking out for toss in the crucial second Test match against England as crowds return to Indian stadium after over a year. ALSO READ: 'Difficult decision': England skipper Joe Root opts out of IPL 2021 auction Indian cricket fans returned to the stands for the first time since October 2019 after BCCI gave their nod for spectators to return. The Indian cricket board have allowed 33,000 fans to enter the MA Chidambaram stadium for the crucial second Test match between India and England. It's good to have you back #TeamIndia fans 💙 Chepauk 🏟️ has come alive courtesy you 🤗 #INDvENG @Paytm pic.twitter.com/QVYISf40O1 — BCCI (@BCCI) February 13, 2021 × As per the commentators, fourteen to fifteen thousand fans were present in the stadium at the time of toss on Saturday. The spectators were allowed to the stadium as COVID graph in India is on the decline. ALSO SEE: IND vs ENG, 2nd Test: Fans flock to stadium as Chennai gears up to welcome crowd Former Indian batsman VVS Laxman took to Twitter and said: "Glad Fans are back in the stadium for the 2nd #IndvEng test in Chennai. They are the biggest stakeholders and an integral part of our sport and I expect them to make a massive difference. Good toss to win for India and hope they make it count by scoring big in the 1st innings." Virat Kohli went on to win a crucial toss ahead of the Test match as Team India is looking to bounce back in the four-match series. England are currently 1-0 up after a mammoth 227-run win in the first Test. Former India opener Wasim Jaffer expressed his happiness on social media. He said: "Very happy to see fans back at the Chepauk. The fans are the heartbeat of our sport. Indian cricket wouldn't be as big as it is today if not for the constant support of passionate fans. #INDvsENG"

IND vs ENG, 2nd Test: Indian fans return to Chepauk to cheer for Virat and co.

IND vs ENG, 2nd Test: Fans flock to stadium as Chennai gears up to welcome crowd

England pacer Jofra Archer talked about the condition of the pitch on Day 5 of the first Test against India in MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. As per the paceman, it was &nbsp;"the worst" he had ever seen.&nbsp;

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"On the fifth day it was probably the worst surface I've seen - its orange colour, bits missing, rough patches for the bowlers to aim at," Archer wrote in his column for Daily Mail.&nbsp;

Archer went on to talk about the remaining nine wickets, England needed to win the match. The young pacer said he was pretty confident of getting the remaining nine wickets to seal a victory.&nbsp;

"When we walked out in search of nine wickets on the fifth day, I was very hopeful we would complete the job - although these India players have big reputations and are at home, so should be able to cope with conditions better than anyone.&nbsp;

"So, I didn't expect us to skittle them. Equally, I didn't expect it to finish not long after afternoon drinks."&nbsp;

James Anderson's reverse swing became the talking point after the match. To which Archer wrote: "Jimmy Anderson's brilliant over of reverse swing was decisive and it was the second time in the game we had taken two wickets so close together, after Virat Kohli and Ajinkya Rahane earlier in the game."

England pacer Jofra Archer talked about the condition of the pitch on Day 5 of the first Test against India in MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. As per the paceman, it was "the worst" he had ever seen.

England pacer Jofra Archer talked about the condition of the pitch on Day 5 of the first Test against India in MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. As per the paceman, it was "the worst" he had ever seen. ALSO READ: Anil Kumble and Irfan Pathan back Wasim Jaffer over communal bias controversy "On the fifth day it was probably the worst surface I've seen - its orange colour, bits missing, rough patches for the bowlers to aim at," Archer wrote in his column for Daily Mail. Archer went on to talk about the remaining nine wickets, England needed to win the match. The young pacer said he was pretty confident of getting the remaining nine wickets to seal a victory. "When we walked out in search of nine wickets on the fifth day, I was very hopeful we would complete the job - although these India players have big reputations and are at home, so should be able to cope with conditions better than anyone. "So, I didn't expect us to skittle them. Equally, I didn't expect it to finish not long after afternoon drinks." James Anderson's reverse swing became the talking point after the match. To which Archer wrote: "Jimmy Anderson's brilliant over of reverse swing was decisive and it was the second time in the game we had taken two wickets so close together, after Virat Kohli and Ajinkya Rahane earlier in the game."

'Worst surface I've seen': Jofra Archer on Day 5 pitch in first Test against India

England captain Joe Root became the first batsman to smash a double-hundred in his 100th test, crafting a massive 218 runs to put his team in charge of the opening match against India in Chennai on Saturday. 
 
The 30-year-old registered his second double-century in three matches as England amassed 555-8 on a flat wicket at the MA Chidambaram Stadium. 
 
At the end of Day Two, Dom Bess was batting on 28 with Jack Leach on six at the other end. 
 
Root was seen battling cramps in the final overs on Friday but returned to hound India`s bowlers when England resumed on 263-3. 
 
The right-hander looked typically solid against an Indian attack which could manage only a couple of half-hearted lbw appeals against him in the first two sessions. 
 
Root was more than happy to let Ben Stokes dominate their 124-run collaboration for the fourth wicket as the boundaries flowed, while the latter praised his captain`s performance later. 
 
"It`s a bit frightening when you`re at the other end and he`s playing like that and how easy he makes the game look," Stokes said. 
 
"At the moment he`s in incredible form and to play the way he has done in such tough conditions, so alien to us as England batsmen, is incredible." 
 
Playing his first test since August, Stokes smashed 10 boundaries and three sixes in a typically entertaining 82. 
 
Test cricket`s top all-rounder asserted himself early, hitting off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin over his head for a six. 
 
India`s desperation for a breakthrough showed when they blew back-to-back reviews after lbw appeals against Stokes and Root had been turned down. 
 
The home side did not look sharp on the field either. Ravichandran Ashwin dropped a return catch from Stokes, then on 31, and in the next over, the all-rounder`s slog-sweep brushed a diving Cheteshwar Pujara`s fingers at midwicket. 
 
Pujara later made amends by taking a juggling catch after Stokes had played a slog-sweep against left-arm spinner Shahbaz Nadeem. 
 
Root prevailed in a duel with Ravichandran Ashwin, hitting the off-spinner for six to bring up his fifth test double-hundred. 
 
For England, only Wally Hammond on seven has more double-centuries than Root, who also scored a double-hundred and a century in his last two tests in Sri Lanka. 
 
Nadeem eventually ended Root`s nearly nine-hour vigil by trapping him lbw, which the batsman immediately reviewed unsuccessfully. 
 
Ishant Sharma gave India a boost late in the day, dismissing Jos Buttler and Jofra Archer in successive deliveries, although Leach denied him a hat-trick. 
 
"On such a docile track, those back-to-back wickets really lifted our morale," Nadeem told reporters. 
 
"The pitch is still very good for batting, and I`m sure our batsmen will also put up a big total."

England captain Joe Root became the first batsman to smash a double-hundred in his 100th test, crafting a massive 218 runs to put his team in charge of the opening match against India in Chennai on Saturday.

England captain Joe Root became the first batsman to smash a double-hundred in his 100th test, crafting a massive 218 runs to put his team in charge of the opening match against India in Chennai on Saturday. The 30-year-old registered his second double-century in three matches as England amassed 555-8 on a flat wicket at the MA Chidambaram Stadium. At the end of Day Two, Dom Bess was batting on 28 with Jack Leach on six at the other end. Root was seen battling cramps in the final overs on Friday but returned to hound India`s bowlers when England resumed on 263-3. The right-hander looked typically solid against an Indian attack which could manage only a couple of half-hearted lbw appeals against him in the first two sessions. Root was more than happy to let Ben Stokes dominate their 124-run collaboration for the fourth wicket as the boundaries flowed, while the latter praised his captain`s performance later. "It`s a bit frightening when you`re at the other end and he`s playing like that and how easy he makes the game look," Stokes said. "At the moment he`s in incredible form and to play the way he has done in such tough conditions, so alien to us as England batsmen, is incredible." Playing his first test since August, Stokes smashed 10 boundaries and three sixes in a typically entertaining 82. Test cricket`s top all-rounder asserted himself early, hitting off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin over his head for a six. India`s desperation for a breakthrough showed when they blew back-to-back reviews after lbw appeals against Stokes and Root had been turned down. The home side did not look sharp on the field either. Ravichandran Ashwin dropped a return catch from Stokes, then on 31, and in the next over, the all-rounder`s slog-sweep brushed a diving Cheteshwar Pujara`s fingers at midwicket. Pujara later made amends by taking a juggling catch after Stokes had played a slog-sweep against left-arm spinner Shahbaz Nadeem. Root prevailed in a duel with Ravichandran Ashwin, hitting the off-spinner for six to bring up his fifth test double-hundred. For England, only Wally Hammond on seven has more double-centuries than Root, who also scored a double-hundred and a century in his last two tests in Sri Lanka. Nadeem eventually ended Root`s nearly nine-hour vigil by trapping him lbw, which the batsman immediately reviewed unsuccessfully. Ishant Sharma gave India a boost late in the day, dismissing Jos Buttler and Jofra Archer in successive deliveries, although Leach denied him a hat-trick. "On such a docile track, those back-to-back wickets really lifted our morale," Nadeem told reporters. "The pitch is still very good for batting, and I`m sure our batsmen will also put up a big total."

Ind vs Eng, Day 2: Root's double-century in 100th test puts England in control versus India

Members of the England cricket team including captain Joe Root on Wednesday landed in Chennai, India for the impending four-Test series with the first two matches scheduled to be played in the capital of Tamil Nadu.&nbsp;The England team flew in from Sri Lanka at around 10:30 am and headed to the hotel where the members of the two teams will be staying as part of the bio-secure bubble.&nbsp;

The England team are heading into the highly-anticipated series after an incredible 2-0 win over Sri Lanka where skipper Root slammed two massive tons. Star all-rounder Ben Stokes and pacer Jofra Archer had already arrived in Chennai on Sunday and are already in quarantine.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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Both India and England will be staying at the Hotel Leela Palace in a bio-secure bubble as part of the quarantine protocols and will undergo testing for COVID-19. The players will be in quarantine for six days and are scheduled to start&nbsp;practising&nbsp;from February 2.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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The first Test is due to be played at the MA Chidambaram Stadium from February 5 with the second scheduled from February 14.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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It will be a homecoming of Test matches in Chennai after the city last hosted the longest format of the game in December 2016 against England. However, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the first two matches of the Test series will be played behind closed doors and call&nbsp;over crowds&nbsp;on remaining matches&nbsp;will be taken at a later stage by the BCCI.&nbsp;

Members of the England cricket team including captain Joe Root on Wednesday landed in Chennai, India for the impending four-Test series with the first two matches scheduled to be played in the capital of Tamil Nadu.

Members of the England cricket team including captain Joe Root on Wednesday landed in Chennai, India for the impending four-Test series with the first two matches scheduled to be played in the capital of Tamil Nadu. The England team flew in from Sri Lanka at around 10:30 am and headed to the hotel where the members of the two teams will be staying as part of the bio-secure bubble. The England team are heading into the highly-anticipated series after an incredible 2-0 win over Sri Lanka where skipper Root slammed two massive tons. Star all-rounder Ben Stokes and pacer Jofra Archer had already arrived in Chennai on Sunday and are already in quarantine. 📍 Chennai, India@root66 and the team have arrived in India ahead of our four-match Test series 🇮🇳🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 pic.twitter.com/GT06p9Ru4u — England Cricket (@englandcricket) January 27, 2021 × While a few Indian players including the likes of Test vice-captain Ajinkya Rahane, Rohit Sharma arrived in the southern city on Tuesday, others such as Cheteshwar Pujara, Jasprit Bumrah and Rishabh Pant reached Chennai on Wednesday morning. Indian skipper Virat Kohli is set to arrive in the city later on Wednesday. ALSO READ: Cricket Australia confirms Indian players racially abused at the SCG Both India and England will be staying at the Hotel Leela Palace in a bio-secure bubble as part of the quarantine protocols and will undergo testing for COVID-19. The players will be in quarantine for six days and are scheduled to start practising from February 2. Tamil Nadu: England Cricket team and staff arrive at Chennai Airport. The first Test of the four-match series between India and England will begin on 5th February at MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. #INDvENG pic.twitter.com/NpWLJPIcnn — ANI (@ANI) January 27, 2021 × The first Test is due to be played at the MA Chidambaram Stadium from February 5 with the second scheduled from February 14. ALSO READ: ICC introduces Player of the Month awards; Siraj, Ashwin, Root in contention among others It will be a homecoming of Test matches in Chennai after the city last hosted the longest format of the game in December 2016 against England. However, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the first two matches of the Test series will be played behind closed doors and call over crowds on remaining matches will be taken at a later stage by the BCCI.

IND vs ENG: England cricket team arrives in Chennai for Test series versus India

Popular Tamil film director Bharathiraja on Wednesday hit out at the superstar for slamming the protesters for Tuesday's violence and questioned the actor's motives. &nbsp;

The policemen stationed at the MA Chidambaram stadium in Chennai were attacked by the protestors outside the stadium demanding a boycott of the matchs over Cauvery issue.&nbsp;

Addressing a press conference as part of the Forum for the welfare of Tamil Art and Literature, Bharathiraja said, “When there was violence against the people of Tamil Nadu in Karnataka, there was no word from Rajinikanth. &nbsp;Only now we are getting to know his real intentions.”

The director was taking a dig at Rajini’s ‘Kannada roots’, having been born and brought up in Bengaluru before moving to Chennai. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Taking to Twitter, Rajinikanth stated, “The worst form of violence in law and order situation is attack on uniformed personnel on duty. This form of violence has to be tackled immediately as it poses grave danger to our country. We need more stringent laws to punish the perpetrators of attack on police personnel on duty,” he said. The actor also put up a video of protestors attacking policemen along with his tweet.&nbsp;

Naam Tamilar Katchi chief Seeman also lashed out at Rajini, saying, “Rajinikanth was never on field, he is just sitting his room and tweeting.” Claiming that the superstar has no clue over the Cauvery dispute, he urged Rajini to keep quiet on the issue.

Political parties, farmers and even actors have been holding protests against the non-formation of the Cauvery Management Board and have also demanded that IPL matches should not be conducted in Chennai, as it would remove focus from the ongoing struggle against the Centre.

On Tuesday, several protesters from various political parties as well as some members of the film industry laid siege to Anna Salai ahead of the Chennai Super Kings vs Kolkata Knight Riders match that took place.

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The police jumped into action, putting barricades to cut off their onward march towards the stadium. But protesters jumped over barricades and fell on the police and media personnel on the other side.

There were 4000 odd police personnel stationed at the stadium to ensure that the situation was peaceful. Inside the stadium, one of the protesters hurled a shoe into the pitch to continue the agitation.

 
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Tamil film director Bharathiraja also took a dig at Rajini’s ‘Kannada roots’. Rajinikanth was born and brought up in Bengaluru before moving to Chennai.

Popular Tamil film director Bharathiraja on Wednesday hit out at the superstar for slamming the protesters for Tuesday's violence and questioned the actor's motives. The policemen stationed at the MA Chidambaram stadium in Chennai were attacked by the protestors outside the stadium demanding a boycott of the matchs over Cauvery issue. Addressing a press conference as part of the Forum for the welfare of Tamil Art and Literature, Bharathiraja said, “When there was violence against the people of Tamil Nadu in Karnataka, there was no word from Rajinikanth. Only now we are getting to know his real intentions.” The director was taking a dig at Rajini’s ‘Kannada roots’, having been born and brought up in Bengaluru before moving to Chennai. Taking to Twitter, Rajinikanth stated, “The worst form of violence in law and order situation is attack on uniformed personnel on duty. This form of violence has to be tackled immediately as it poses grave danger to our country. We need more stringent laws to punish the perpetrators of attack on police personnel on duty,” he said. The actor also put up a video of protestors attacking policemen along with his tweet. Naam Tamilar Katchi chief Seeman also lashed out at Rajini, saying, “Rajinikanth was never on field, he is just sitting his room and tweeting.” Claiming that the superstar has no clue over the Cauvery dispute, he urged Rajini to keep quiet on the issue. Political parties, farmers and even actors have been holding protests against the non-formation of the Cauvery Management Board and have also demanded that IPL matches should not be conducted in Chennai, as it would remove focus from the ongoing struggle against the Centre. On Tuesday, several protesters from various political parties as well as some members of the film industry laid siege to Anna Salai ahead of the Chennai Super Kings vs Kolkata Knight Riders match that took place. The worst form of violence in law and order situation is attack on uniformed personnel on duty.This form of violence has to be tackled immediately as it poses grave danger to our country.We need more stringent laws to punish the perpetrators of attack on police personnel on duty. — Rajinikanth (@rajinikanth) April 11, 2018 × The police jumped into action, putting barricades to cut off their onward march towards the stadium. But protesters jumped over barricades and fell on the police and media personnel on the other side. There were 4000 odd police personnel stationed at the stadium to ensure that the situation was peaceful. Inside the stadium, one of the protesters hurled a shoe into the pitch to continue the agitation.

'Rajinikanth never in the field. He just sits in his room and tweets'