<p>Amid Indian Premier League's tight schedule, Chennai's skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni and his wife Sakhi Dhoni were found sleeping on the floor&nbsp;of an airport.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Indian wicket-keeper batsman shared the picture with a witty caption on his official Instagram account and the image immediately went viral on social platforms.&nbsp; &nbsp;</p>

<p>Dhoni wrote, "After getting used to IPL timing this is what happens if u have a morning flight."&nbsp;</p>

<p>On Tuesday, Chennai maintained their unbeaten run at home with a <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2019-chennai-maintain-unbeaten-run-at-home-with-emphatic-win-over-kolkata-209152">seven-wicket thrashing of Kolkata</a> at the Chidambaram Stadium.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After the win, Chennai are back at the top of the table with five victories from six games.&nbsp;</p>

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<p style=" margin:8px 0 0 0; padding:0 4px;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BwD9VVXFdJt/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_medium=loading" style=" color:#000; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none; word-wrap:break-word;" target="_blank">After getting used to IPL timing this is what happens if u have a morning flight</a></p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Some sleepy eyes behind the shades! Early morning flights be like!! <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WhistlePodu?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WhistlePodu</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Yellove?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Yellove</a> 🦁💛 <a href="https://t.co/mLHxuiUxh1">pic.twitter.com/mLHxuiUxh1</a></p>
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<p>The matches being played in this year's edition of IPL are getting prolonged and the tournament is under heavy criticism for the duration of the matches. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Several cricketers have voiced their concern regarding the issue.</p>

<p>Slow over-rates has also hampered the tournament, as Ajinkya Rahane (skipper of Rajasthan) and Rohit Sharma (skipper of Mumbai) were fined for slow-over rates earlier in the league.&nbsp;</p>


Amid Indian Premier League's tight schedule, Chennai's skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni and his wife Sakhi Dhoni were found sleeping on the floor of an airport. The Indian wicket-keeper batsman shared the picture with a witty caption on his official Instagram account and the image immediately went viral on social platforms.

Amid Indian Premier League's tight schedule, Chennai's skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni and his wife Sakhi Dhoni were found sleeping on the floor of an airport. The Indian wicket-keeper batsman shared the picture with a witty caption on his official Instagram account and the image immediately went viral on social platforms. Dhoni wrote, "After getting used to IPL timing this is what happens if u have a morning flight." On Tuesday, Chennai maintained their unbeaten run at home with a seven-wicket thrashing of Kolkata at the Chidambaram Stadium. After the win, Chennai are back at the top of the table with five victories from six games. View this post on Instagram After getting used to IPL timing this is what happens if u have a morning flight A post shared by M S Dhoni (@mahi7781) on Apr 9, 2019 at 9:36pm PDT × Some sleepy eyes behind the shades! Early morning flights be like!! #WhistlePodu #Yellove 🦁💛 pic.twitter.com/mLHxuiUxh1 — Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) April 10, 2019 × Off to the Pink City! Spread #Yellove! #WhistlePodu🦁💛 pic.twitter.com/33UcL2Fw9c — Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) April 10, 2019 × The matches being played in this year's edition of IPL are getting prolonged and the tournament is under heavy criticism for the duration of the matches. Several cricketers have voiced their concern regarding the issue. Slow over-rates has also hampered the tournament, as Ajinkya Rahane (skipper of Rajasthan) and Rohit Sharma (skipper of Mumbai) were fined for slow-over rates earlier in the league.

IPL 2019: Chennai's skipper MS Dhoni sleeps on airport's floor, shares picture

IPL 2019: It's Chennai's MS Dhoni vs Kolkata's Andre Russell

<p>It's not wrong to call Mahendra Singh Dhoni a 7-year-old kid as he joined Imran Tahir and Shane Watson's sons for a playful sprint at the Chepauk stadium after Chennai's <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2019-spinners-help-chennai-defend-160-against-punjab-reclaim-top-spot-208398">22-run win over Punjab</a> in an Indian Premier League match on Saturday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After the match, a video went viral in which Jr Tahir and Jr Watson were getting ready for a sprint challenge assisted by their fathers and from nowhere,&nbsp;the 37-year-old entered the frame and started running with the kids.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He later lifted Tahir's son and run back to the finishing line.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The video was posted by the franchise's official account with the caption, "Jr. #ParasakthiExpress and Jr. Watto having a sprint face-off and a lightning joins them! Priceless!"&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch the video here:</strong></p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Jr. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ParasakthiExpress?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ParasakthiExpress</a> and Jr. Watto having a sprint face-off and a lightning joins them! Priceless! <a href="https://twitter.com/msdhoni?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@msdhoni</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/JustThalaThings?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#JustThalaThings</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WhistlePodu?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WhistlePodu</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Yellove?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Yellove</a> 🦁💛 <a href="https://t.co/bIGEgedZYW">pic.twitter.com/bIGEgedZYW</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ParasakthiExpress?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ParasakthiExpress</a> picks wickets and runs! <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Thala?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Thala</a> picks Jr. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ParasakthiExpress?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ParasakthiExpress</a> and runs! <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/OdinenOdinenCuteAagaOdinen?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#OdinenOdinenCuteAagaOdinen</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WhistlePodu?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WhistlePodu</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Yellove?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Yellove</a> 🦁💛 <a href="https://t.co/3LWXza38ie">pic.twitter.com/3LWXza38ie</a></p>
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<p>It is well-known that India's two-time World Cup-winning skipper is comfortable around kids and his videos with daughter Ziva Dhoni often go viral.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Recently he was&nbsp;talking with daughter Ziva in six different languages, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/watch-ms-dhoni-interacting-with-ziva-in-six-different-languages-is-cutest-thing-on-internet-today-205407">watch</a>.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In the match, defending 160 for three, Chennai restricted Punjab to 138 for 5 despite half-centuries from KL Rahul (55) and Sarfaraz Khan (67).&nbsp;</p>

<p>The visitors scored at a low pace and required to score 26 off the last over, bowled by IPL debutant Scott Kuggeleijn. The Kiwi paceman had no trouble defending those runs and also dismissed Sarfaraz.&nbsp;</p>


It's not wrong to call Mahendra Singh Dhoni a 7-year-old kid as he joined Imran Tahir and Shane Watson's sons for a playful sprint at the Chepauk stadium after Chennai's 22-run win over Punjab in an Indian Premier League match on Saturday.

It's not wrong to call Mahendra Singh Dhoni a 7-year-old kid as he joined Imran Tahir and Shane Watson's sons for a playful sprint at the Chepauk stadium after Chennai's 22-run win over Punjab in an Indian Premier League match on Saturday. After the match, a video went viral in which Jr Tahir and Jr Watson were getting ready for a sprint challenge assisted by their fathers and from nowhere, the 37-year-old entered the frame and started running with the kids. He later lifted Tahir's son and run back to the finishing line. The video was posted by the franchise's official account with the caption, "Jr. #ParasakthiExpress and Jr. Watto having a sprint face-off and a lightning joins them! Priceless!" Watch the video here: Jr. #ParasakthiExpress and Jr. Watto having a sprint face-off and a lightning joins them! Priceless! @msdhoni #JustThalaThings #WhistlePodu #Yellove 🦁💛 pic.twitter.com/bIGEgedZYW — Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) April 6, 2019 × #ParasakthiExpress picks wickets and runs! #Thala picks Jr. #ParasakthiExpress and runs! #OdinenOdinenCuteAagaOdinen #WhistlePodu #Yellove 🦁💛 pic.twitter.com/3LWXza38ie — Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) April 6, 2019 × It is well-known that India's two-time World Cup-winning skipper is comfortable around kids and his videos with daughter Ziva Dhoni often go viral. Recently he was talking with daughter Ziva in six different languages, watch. In the match, defending 160 for three, Chennai restricted Punjab to 138 for 5 despite half-centuries from KL Rahul (55) and Sarfaraz Khan (67). The visitors scored at a low pace and required to score 26 off the last over, bowled by IPL debutant Scott Kuggeleijn. The Kiwi paceman had no trouble defending those runs and also dismissed Sarfaraz.

Watch: Chennai skipper MS Dhoni's sprint competition with Shane Watson and Imran Tahir's sons

<p>MS Dhoni is known for his brilliant accuracy while stumping and he is often termed as one of the best wicketkeepers in the world. It is believed that he will keep the stumps in the upcoming cricket World Cup in England and Wales for India as he remains the trusted and efficient wicketkeeper for the team.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, maybe for the first time, Dhoni committed an unexpected error on the field in an Indian Premier League match in which Chennai registered <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2019-spinners-help-chennai-defend-160-against-punjab-reclaim-top-spot-208398">a 22-run win over Punjab</a>.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also Watch: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/watch-chennai-skipper-ms-dhonis-sprint-competition-with-shane-watson-and-imran-tahirs-sons-208503">Chennai skipper MS Dhoni's sprint competition with Shane Watson and Imran Tahir's sons</a>&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>The incident happened when Punjab's batsman KL Rahul made the luckiest escape when MS Dhoni failed to run him out.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In the 13th over, Rahul's missed sweep saw Dhoni flick the ball on to the stumps but the bails didn't come off though the LED lights lit up, ensuring the batsman survived despite being short of his crease. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>In the match, however, led by seasoned Harbhajan Singh, Chennai spinners put on a dominating show to help the side reclaim the top position with a 22-run win over Punjab.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Defending 160 for three, Chennai restricted Punjab to 138 for 5 despite half-centuries from KL Rahul (55) and Sarfaraz Khan (67).&nbsp;</p>

<p>The visitors scored at a low pace and required to score 26 off the last over, bowled by IPL debutant Scott Kuggeleijn. The Kiwi paceman had no trouble defending those runs and also dismissed Sarfaraz.&nbsp;</p>


MS Dhoni is known for his brilliant accuracy while stumping and he is often termed as one of the best wicketkeepers in the world. It is believed that he will keep the stumps in the upcoming cricket World Cup in England and Wales for India as he remains the trusted and efficient wicketkeeper for the team.

MS Dhoni is known for his brilliant accuracy while stumping and he is often termed as one of the best wicketkeepers in the world. It is believed that he will keep the stumps in the upcoming cricket World Cup in England and Wales for India as he remains the trusted and efficient wicketkeeper for the team. However, maybe for the first time, Dhoni committed an unexpected error on the field in an Indian Premier League match in which Chennai registered a 22-run win over Punjab. Also Watch: Chennai skipper MS Dhoni's sprint competition with Shane Watson and Imran Tahir's sons The incident happened when Punjab's batsman KL Rahul made the luckiest escape when MS Dhoni failed to run him out. In the 13th over, Rahul's missed sweep saw Dhoni flick the ball on to the stumps but the bails didn't come off though the LED lights lit up, ensuring the batsman survived despite being short of his crease. Watch the video: KXIP's KL Rahul survived a close run out after MS Dhoni's direct hit fails to dislodge the bails from their groo . #dhoni #IPL2019 #VIVOIPL #VIVOIPL2019 @lionsdenkxip @ChennaiIPL pic.twitter.com/pUj4ZMnkXs — Rakesh sharma (@rk11official) April 7, 2019 × MS Dhoni Gets Unlucky With No-Look Throw, KL Rahul Survives – Watch https://t.co/EFRPYTZZQc pic.twitter.com/1xBeUnfb9u — Top Trending (@TopTrending18) April 7, 2019 × In the match, however, led by seasoned Harbhajan Singh, Chennai spinners put on a dominating show to help the side reclaim the top position with a 22-run win over Punjab. Defending 160 for three, Chennai restricted Punjab to 138 for 5 despite half-centuries from KL Rahul (55) and Sarfaraz Khan (67). The visitors scored at a low pace and required to score 26 off the last over, bowled by IPL debutant Scott Kuggeleijn. The Kiwi paceman had no trouble defending those runs and also dismissed Sarfaraz.

Watch: How MS Dhoni missed KL Rahul's stumping in IPL match

<p>Former Indian skipper MS Dhoni brought the helicopter shot into the cricketing world and with time it has become a synonym with his name.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Several players, who consider Dhoni their idol, have tried to emulate Mahi's signature shot. While many failed, only a bunch of cricketers succeeded.</p>

<p>Yesterday, during Mumbai vs Chennai game at Wankhede Stadium, Hardik Pandya turned a yorker into a six with a helicopter shot.</p>

<p>The moment did not go unnoticed as many Mumbai fans and few of Dhoni's praised the batsman for his perfection.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/watch-this-is-why-ms-dhoni-is-called-a-man-with-golden-heart-207909">This is why MS Dhoni is called 'a man with a golden heart'</a></strong></p>

<p>Now the question comes who plays the helicopter shot better _ master Dhoni or student Hardik Pandya.</p>

<p><strong>Watch the two videos below and decide. &nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>It was a special moment for Hardik also as Dhoni was behind the wicket when the Mumbai all-rounder played the shot.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>After the match, an overjoyed Hardik Pandya talked about pulling off his inspiration Dhoni's pet stroke and said that we was hoping for the wicketkeeper-batsman to congratulate him.</p>

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<p>Mumbai, who were struggling to post a competitive score, were rescued after a late flourish from Hardik Pandya and Kieron Pollard helped side set a target of 171.</p>

<p>During his eight-ball knock, Hardik hit one four and three sixes.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Hardik, who clinched three wickets including that of MS Dhoni, was awarded the man of the match award.</p>

<p>Mumbai defeated Chennai by 37 runs and also ended Dhoni-led Yellow Brigade's winning streak.<br />
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Former Indian skipper MS Dhoni brought the helicopter shot into the cricketing world and with time it has become a synonym with his name. Several players, who consider Dhoni their idol, have tried to emulate Mahi's signature shot.

Former Indian skipper MS Dhoni brought the helicopter shot into the cricketing world and with time it has become a synonym with his name. Several players, who consider Dhoni their idol, have tried to emulate Mahi's signature shot. While many failed, only a bunch of cricketers succeeded. Yesterday, during Mumbai vs Chennai game at Wankhede Stadium, Hardik Pandya turned a yorker into a six with a helicopter shot. The moment did not go unnoticed as many Mumbai fans and few of Dhoni's praised the batsman for his perfection. Also watch: This is why MS Dhoni is called 'a man with a golden heart' Now the question comes who plays the helicopter shot better _ master Dhoni or student Hardik Pandya. Watch the two videos below and decide. It was a special moment for Hardik also as Dhoni was behind the wicket when the Mumbai all-rounder played the shot. × After the match, an overjoyed Hardik Pandya talked about pulling off his inspiration Dhoni's pet stroke and said that we was hoping for the wicketkeeper-batsman to congratulate him. × Mumbai, who were struggling to post a competitive score, were rescued after a late flourish from Hardik Pandya and Kieron Pollard helped side set a target of 171. During his eight-ball knock, Hardik hit one four and three sixes. Hardik, who clinched three wickets including that of MS Dhoni, was awarded the man of the match award. Mumbai defeated Chennai by 37 runs and also ended Dhoni-led Yellow Brigade's winning streak.

Who hits the better helicopter shot, MS Dhoni or Hardik Pandya?

<p>No matter which ground he is playing on in India, Chennai skipper MS Dhoni is one of the most popular cricketers on and off the pitch.&nbsp;It is not just his cricketing skills, but the humbleness which has helped in increasing his fan base.</p>

<p>On Wednesday, during Chennai vs Mumbai game, Captain Cool showed why he is everyone's favourite.</p>

<p>An elderly woman had come to the Wankhede stadium not to watch the game but to meet the former Indian skipper. She was caught on camera holding a placard with her wish written on it - "I am here only for Dhoni".</p>

<p>After the match got over on, Dhoni made his way down the stairs from the team's dressing room and met the woman and the young girl who accompanied her.&nbsp;</p>

<p>IPL's Twitter handle also shared a video in which Dhoni can be seen taking out time to meet the woman.</p>

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<p>Dhoni spoke to them at length and then took a selfie with the two and signed a Chennai jersey for them.</p>

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<p>Mumbai, yesterday, put an end to Chennai's winning streak and defeated them by 37 runs.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Chasing 171 for victory, Mumbai restricted Chennai to 133 for 8 in 20 overs with Hardik Pandya and Lasith Malinga bagging three wickets each.</p>


No matter which ground he is playing on in India, Chennai skipper MS Dhoni is one of the most popular cricketers on and off the pitch. It is not just his cricketing skills, but the humbleness which has helped in increasing his fan base.

No matter which ground he is playing on in India, Chennai skipper MS Dhoni is one of the most popular cricketers on and off the pitch. It is not just his cricketing skills, but the humbleness which has helped in increasing his fan base. On Wednesday, during Chennai vs Mumbai game, Captain Cool showed why he is everyone's favourite. An elderly woman had come to the Wankhede stadium not to watch the game but to meet the former Indian skipper. She was caught on camera holding a placard with her wish written on it - "I am here only for Dhoni". After the match got over on, Dhoni made his way down the stairs from the team's dressing room and met the woman and the young girl who accompanied her. IPL's Twitter handle also shared a video in which Dhoni can be seen taking out time to meet the woman. View this post on Instagram Captain cool, @mahi7781 humble 😊 Heartwarming to see this gesture from the legend in Mumbai 🤗 @chennaiipl #VIVOIPL A post shared by IPL (@iplt20) on Apr 3, 2019 at 9:37pm PDT × Dhoni spoke to them at length and then took a selfie with the two and signed a Chennai jersey for them. A series of the #Yellove Peranbu! #Thala 💛💛! #WhistlePodu 🦁 pic.twitter.com/ZIC3e3f7RG — Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) April 4, 2019 × Mumbai, yesterday, put an end to Chennai's winning streak and defeated them by 37 runs. Chasing 171 for victory, Mumbai restricted Chennai to 133 for 8 in 20 overs with Hardik Pandya and Lasith Malinga bagging three wickets each.

Watch: This is why MS Dhoni is called 'a man with a golden heart'

<p>With skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni in red-hot form, Chennai will start favourites against the slightly off-colour Mumbai when the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/ipl-2019">Indian Premier League</a>'s two most successful teams have their first showdown of the season on Wednesday.</p>

<p>Chennai, three-time winners of the T20 League like the hosts, have been on a roll with three wins on the trot that have boosted them to the top of the table.</p>

<p>Mumbai, on the other hand, had a familiar stuttering start with a victory sandwiched between two defeats.</p>

<p>Recent history in head-to-head clashes is in Mumbai's favour, as the Rohit Sharma-led home team has beaten their rivals in four out of the last five contests.</p>

<p>Overall too Mumbai holds a 14-12 advantage over Chennai, including once in the defunct Champions T20 League.</p>

<p>However, Chennai seem to hold the edge this time around, especially with Dhoni rolling back the years with a typically robust 75 off 46 balls that lifted his team from 27 for three to 175 for five against Rajasthan at home in their last match.</p>

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<p>And with Dwayne Bravo holding off Rajasthan's charge at the end with the ball, Chennai maintained their 100 per cent record.</p>

<p>Chennai&nbsp;have the edge in batting depth and in spin bowling variety, while Mumbai have the better pace attack on a pitch that is bound to offer bounce and carry.</p>

<p>Mumbai are over-dependent on openers Rohit and South African Quinton de Kock. The rest need to step up.</p>

<p>The hosts will have the option of fielding new recruit, West Indian fast bowler Alzarri Joseph, or all-rounder Ben Cutting in place of the off-boil Lasith Malinga.</p>

<p>In the spin department, Mumbai are behind their opponents who have Harbhajan Singh, South African Imran Tahir and Ravindra Jadeja to bank on after the power play.</p>


With skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni in red-hot form, Chennai will start favourites against the slightly off-colour Mumbai when the Indian Premier League's two most successful teams have their first showdown of the season on Wednesday.

With skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni in red-hot form, Chennai will start favourites against the slightly off-colour Mumbai when the Indian Premier League's two most successful teams have their first showdown of the season on Wednesday. Chennai, three-time winners of the T20 League like the hosts, have been on a roll with three wins on the trot that have boosted them to the top of the table. Mumbai, on the other hand, had a familiar stuttering start with a victory sandwiched between two defeats. Recent history in head-to-head clashes is in Mumbai's favour, as the Rohit Sharma-led home team has beaten their rivals in four out of the last five contests. Overall too Mumbai holds a 14-12 advantage over Chennai, including once in the defunct Champions T20 League. However, Chennai seem to hold the edge this time around, especially with Dhoni rolling back the years with a typically robust 75 off 46 balls that lifted his team from 27 for three to 175 for five against Rajasthan at home in their last match. × And with Dwayne Bravo holding off Rajasthan's charge at the end with the ball, Chennai maintained their 100 per cent record. Chennai have the edge in batting depth and in spin bowling variety, while Mumbai have the better pace attack on a pitch that is bound to offer bounce and carry. Mumbai are over-dependent on openers Rohit and South African Quinton de Kock. The rest need to step up. The hosts will have the option of fielding new recruit, West Indian fast bowler Alzarri Joseph, or all-rounder Ben Cutting in place of the off-boil Lasith Malinga. In the spin department, Mumbai are behind their opponents who have Harbhajan Singh, South African Imran Tahir and Ravindra Jadeja to bank on after the power play.

IPL 2019: Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai to take on MS Dhoni-led Chennai at Wankhede Stadium

IPL 2019: Match preview of Mumbai vs Chennai

<p>Mahendra Singh Dhoni's well-calculated half-century in challenging conditions turned out to be game-changer as Chennai&nbsp;won their third match of the season with an eight-run defeat of Rajasthan, here Sunday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The pitch used in the previous match was a rank turner here but on Sunday it turned to be a different challenge for the batsmen since it was not conducive for stroke-play as the ball was stopping a bit.</p>

<p>Dhoni paced his innings beautifully, scoring unbeaten 75 off 46 balls to lead his side to a competitive 175 for five, seizing momentum from Royals bowlers who were off to an inspiring start.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Rajasthan needed someone to play a Dhoni-like innings but none took that responsibility and they could manage 167 for 8, suffering their third defeat in as many matches.</p>

<p>Ben Stokes and Jofra Archer took the chase deep with their fiery 44-run stand but Dwayne Bravo bowled a brilliant last over, defending 12 runs that Royals needed to score to claim the win.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Dhoni used his vast experience to read the conditions and mostly worked the ball around to keep the scoreboard ticking. Whenever he got the chance, he opened his arms and hit four fours and as many sixes.</p>

<p>Dhoni and Suresh Raina (36) added 61 runs for the fourth wicket, pushing the ball around and later the former India skipper raised a 56-run stand with West Indies' Dwayne Barvo, who added quick 27 runs.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Royals were disciplined throughout but pacer Jaydev Unadkat (1/54) conceded 28 runs in the final over with Dhoni finding three of his four sixes in that over after Ravindra Jadeja (8) lofted the paceman for a maximum.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Royals innings went the Chennai way as they struggled in Powerplay overs and lost top three batsmen.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Steve Smith (28) and Rahul Tripathi (3) steadied the innings with their 61-run partnership for the fourth wicket but spinner Imran Tahir sent them back in an excellent spell to make it difficult for the visitors.</p>

<p>Stokes (46 off 26) was still at the crease when Royals needed 44 from last three overs. Stokes and Archer collected 19 runs from Barvo's over taking the equation to 25 from 12.</p>

<p>It came down to 12 from last six balls and Bravo made up for that expensive over by having Stokes caught in the first ball. The West Indian all-rounder conceded just three runs by bowling quick to ensure Chennai end on the right side of the result.</p>

<p>Earlier, the Royals pace trio of Archer (2/17), Dhawal Kulkarni (1/37) and Stokes kept the Chennai batsmen on a tight leash in the powerplay overs. They conceded just 29 runs and also got rid of three top-order batsmen.</p>

<p>Each of them accounted for one C&nbsp;batsman, bringing experienced Dhoni and Raina together at the crease.</p>

<p>The runs came in singles with spinners Shreyas Gopal and Krishnappa Gowtham maintaining the pressure with tight line and length.</p>

<p>The ball stopped a bit, especially when Gopal operated, making stroke-making even more difficult.&nbsp;At the half-way mark, Chennai out on board just 55 runs and only seven boundaries were struck.</p>

<p>Raina meanwhile hit a massive six off Gopal but the two spinners did well to concede 37 runs while bowling in tandem for five overs.</p>

<p>In came Unadkat and went for a few runs but broke the stand by castling Raina with a quick delivery. Raina missed the line and Unadkat hit the stumps.&nbsp;</p>


Mahendra Singh Dhoni's well-calculated half-century in challenging conditions turned out to be game-changer as Chennai won their third match of the season with an eight-run defeat of Rajasthan, here Sunday.

Mahendra Singh Dhoni's well-calculated half-century in challenging conditions turned out to be game-changer as Chennai won their third match of the season with an eight-run defeat of Rajasthan, here Sunday. The pitch used in the previous match was a rank turner here but on Sunday it turned to be a different challenge for the batsmen since it was not conducive for stroke-play as the ball was stopping a bit. Dhoni paced his innings beautifully, scoring unbeaten 75 off 46 balls to lead his side to a competitive 175 for five, seizing momentum from Royals bowlers who were off to an inspiring start. Rajasthan needed someone to play a Dhoni-like innings but none took that responsibility and they could manage 167 for 8, suffering their third defeat in as many matches. Ben Stokes and Jofra Archer took the chase deep with their fiery 44-run stand but Dwayne Bravo bowled a brilliant last over, defending 12 runs that Royals needed to score to claim the win. Dhoni used his vast experience to read the conditions and mostly worked the ball around to keep the scoreboard ticking. Whenever he got the chance, he opened his arms and hit four fours and as many sixes. Dhoni and Suresh Raina (36) added 61 runs for the fourth wicket, pushing the ball around and later the former India skipper raised a 56-run stand with West Indies' Dwayne Barvo, who added quick 27 runs. Royals were disciplined throughout but pacer Jaydev Unadkat (1/54) conceded 28 runs in the final over with Dhoni finding three of his four sixes in that over after Ravindra Jadeja (8) lofted the paceman for a maximum. The Royals innings went the Chennai way as they struggled in Powerplay overs and lost top three batsmen. Steve Smith (28) and Rahul Tripathi (3) steadied the innings with their 61-run partnership for the fourth wicket but spinner Imran Tahir sent them back in an excellent spell to make it difficult for the visitors. Stokes (46 off 26) was still at the crease when Royals needed 44 from last three overs. Stokes and Archer collected 19 runs from Barvo's over taking the equation to 25 from 12. It came down to 12 from last six balls and Bravo made up for that expensive over by having Stokes caught in the first ball. The West Indian all-rounder conceded just three runs by bowling quick to ensure Chennai end on the right side of the result. Earlier, the Royals pace trio of Archer (2/17), Dhawal Kulkarni (1/37) and Stokes kept the Chennai batsmen on a tight leash in the powerplay overs. They conceded just 29 runs and also got rid of three top-order batsmen. Each of them accounted for one C batsman, bringing experienced Dhoni and Raina together at the crease. The runs came in singles with spinners Shreyas Gopal and Krishnappa Gowtham maintaining the pressure with tight line and length. The ball stopped a bit, especially when Gopal operated, making stroke-making even more difficult. At the half-way mark, Chennai out on board just 55 runs and only seven boundaries were struck. Raina meanwhile hit a massive six off Gopal but the two spinners did well to concede 37 runs while bowling in tandem for five overs. In came Unadkat and went for a few runs but broke the stand by castling Raina with a quick delivery. Raina missed the line and Unadkat hit the stumps.

IPL 2019: MS Dhoni's intelligent batting in tough conditions scripts Chennai's 3rd win against Rajasthan

<p>The former Indian cricketer Gautam Gambhir hailed Sanju Samson, who struck his second <a href="https://www.wionews.com/ipl-2019">Indian Premier League</a> ton against Hyderabad on Friday at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, for his brilliant innings.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Though his century went in vain, as Hyderabad chased down a mammoth 199-run target and <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2019-david-warners-blistering-fifty-helps-hyderabad-beat-rajasthan-by-5-wickets-206607">defeated Rajasthan by five wickets</a>.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Minutes after the match was concluded, Gambhir tweeted, "I normally don't like to talk about individuals in cricket. But seeing his skills I am glad to note that Sanju Samson is currently the best Wicketkeeper batsman in India."</p>

<p>Gambhir also said that Samson should be in India's England bound plane for the upcoming World Cup and he "should be batting number four" in the World Cup.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Samson didn't spare a single Hyderabad's bowler and remained unbeaten on 102 that came off just 55 balls with the help of 10 fours and four sixes. It was Samson's second IPL ton. His first century came in 2017.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The 24-year-old Samsom, who hails from Trivandrum, Kerala made his Twenty20 International debut for India against Zimbabwe in 2015.&nbsp;</p>

<p>While Gambhir's comments for Samson have upset MS Dhoni's fans as according to the spectators, Dhoni remains the trusted and efficient wicketkeeper for India.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It is believed that he will keep the stumps in the upcoming cricket World Cup in England and Wales for India. .&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">I have a lot of respect for Gautam Gambhir and what he did to give India 2 ICC trophies was phenomenal. But to say Samson is the best wk bat in India is completely disrespectful to Dhoni and Karthik. To say that he should be India's no.4 is absurd</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">One good match and samson is the best no 4. Total bullshit. Forget about comparing anyones wicketkeeping skills with MS DHONI. Gambhir is such a big hater of MS. Thank god he is going into politics</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Gautam gambhir is either too jealous of dhoni or he stopped watching indian cricket the day he was dropped from indian side. India's best wicketkeeper batsman is dhoni and even after him rishabh is there. I don't know how he forgot these two!!</p>
— SAHIL GUPTA (@guptasahil2002) <a href="https://twitter.com/guptasahil2002/status/1111875667686117377?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 30, 2019</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Well there is difference between being best wicketkeeper batsman and Dhoni, we will always have best players, best batsman, best bowlers, best wicket keepers... But we cannot always have Dhoni, Sachin, Sourav, Dravid, Laxman, Kumble and even Goutam Gambhir... Legends are Legends</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Gautam Gambhir favoring Sanju Samson as Wicket Keeper for World Cup over Pant and Dhoni, just because he scored a century against a franchise team, is the biggest hypocrisy ever. From stats pov also, Samson is no where in Ranji too whereas Pant and Dhoni are proven performers.</p>
— Ghalibhe Mirza (@PluviophilePoet) <a href="https://twitter.com/PluviophilePoet/status/1111832477708873728?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 30, 2019</a></blockquote>
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<p>As of now, Rishabh Pant, who impressed with his batting during India's tour of Australia, is considered as the next replacement of Dhoni.&nbsp;</p>


The former Indian cricketer Gautam Gambhir hailed Sanju Samson, who struck his second Indian Premier League ton against Hyderabad on Friday at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, for his brilliant innings.

The former Indian cricketer Gautam Gambhir hailed Sanju Samson, who struck his second Indian Premier League ton against Hyderabad on Friday at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, for his brilliant innings. Though his century went in vain, as Hyderabad chased down a mammoth 199-run target and defeated Rajasthan by five wickets. Minutes after the match was concluded, Gambhir tweeted, "I normally don't like to talk about individuals in cricket. But seeing his skills I am glad to note that Sanju Samson is currently the best Wicketkeeper batsman in India." Gambhir also said that Samson should be in India's England bound plane for the upcoming World Cup and he "should be batting number four" in the World Cup. Samson didn't spare a single Hyderabad's bowler and remained unbeaten on 102 that came off just 55 balls with the help of 10 fours and four sixes. It was Samson's second IPL ton. His first century came in 2017. The 24-year-old Samsom, who hails from Trivandrum, Kerala made his Twenty20 International debut for India against Zimbabwe in 2015. While Gambhir's comments for Samson have upset MS Dhoni's fans as according to the spectators, Dhoni remains the trusted and efficient wicketkeeper for India. It is believed that he will keep the stumps in the upcoming cricket World Cup in England and Wales for India. . Here are some Twitter reactions: I have a lot of respect for Gautam Gambhir and what he did to give India 2 ICC trophies was phenomenal. But to say Samson is the best wk bat in India is completely disrespectful to Dhoni and Karthik. To say that he should be India's no.4 is absurd — arnab bhattacharya (@Gunnerfourever) March 30, 2019 × One good match and samson is the best no 4. Total bullshit. Forget about comparing anyones wicketkeeping skills with MS DHONI. Gambhir is such a big hater of MS. Thank god he is going into politics — kunalbhuwad (@kunal28081997) March 30, 2019 × Gautam gambhir is either too jealous of dhoni or he stopped watching indian cricket the day he was dropped from indian side. India's best wicketkeeper batsman is dhoni and even after him rishabh is there. I don't know how he forgot these two!! — SAHIL GUPTA (@guptasahil2002) March 30, 2019 × Well there is difference between being best wicketkeeper batsman and Dhoni, we will always have best players, best batsman, best bowlers, best wicket keepers... But we cannot always have Dhoni, Sachin, Sourav, Dravid, Laxman, Kumble and even Goutam Gambhir... Legends are Legends — Anupam (@anupampathak999) March 30, 2019 × Gautam Gambhir favoring Sanju Samson as Wicket Keeper for World Cup over Pant and Dhoni, just because he scored a century against a franchise team, is the biggest hypocrisy ever. From stats pov also, Samson is no where in Ranji too whereas Pant and Dhoni are proven performers. — Ghalibhe Mirza (@PluviophilePoet) March 30, 2019 × As of now, Rishabh Pant, who impressed with his batting during India's tour of Australia, is considered as the next replacement of Dhoni.

Gautam Gambhir's comments on India's best wicketkeeper upset MS Dhoni fans

<p>Mahendra Singh Dhoni was at the receiving end of yet another pitch invasion by a fan for the umpteenth time.</p>

<p>During the fifth game of the Indian Premier League (IPL) against Delhi, a fan&nbsp;invaded the pitch and touched Chennai skipper's feet. The fan&nbsp;was however taken away by the security officials.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2019-experienced-chennai-beat-young-delhi-by-six-wickets-205884">Chennai registered a comfortable six-wicket victory against Delhi.</a><br />
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Shane Watson and Suresh Raina made batting look easy on a lifeless track. Shikhar Dhawan's painstaking half-century was the only silver lining in Delhi ' sub-par total of 147 for six which the defending champions overtook with two balls to spare.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Fan storms into MS Dhoni right after the victory. This Superman has a separate fanbase. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DCvCSK?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DCvCSK</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CSKvDC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#CSKvDC</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/IPL2019?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#IPL2019</a> <a href="https://t.co/ge5Lr6pNzT">pic.twitter.com/ge5Lr6pNzT</a></p>
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<p>Chennai were always in control of the chase despite a lot of balls being wasted by Mahendra Singh Dhoni at the back end of the innings.</p>

<p>For Chennai, Dwayne Bravo took three important wickets - Rishabh Pant, Shreyas Iyer and Shikhar Dhawan - to dominate the hosts.</p>

<p>He finished with figures 3/33 in four overs.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, for Delhi, Amit Mishra dismissed two set batsmen - Shane Watson and &nbsp;Suresh Raina - to keep the game alive.&nbsp;</p>


Mahendra Singh Dhoni was at the receiving end of yet another pitch invasion by a fan for the umpteenth time. During the fifth game of the Indian Premier League (IPL) against Delhi, a fan invaded the pitch and touched Chennai skipper's feet.

Mahendra Singh Dhoni was at the receiving end of yet another pitch invasion by a fan for the umpteenth time. During the fifth game of the Indian Premier League (IPL) against Delhi, a fan invaded the pitch and touched Chennai skipper's feet. The fan was however taken away by the security officials. Chennai registered a comfortable six-wicket victory against Delhi. Shane Watson and Suresh Raina made batting look easy on a lifeless track. Shikhar Dhawan's painstaking half-century was the only silver lining in Delhi ' sub-par total of 147 for six which the defending champions overtook with two balls to spare. Fan storms into MS Dhoni right after the victory. This Superman has a separate fanbase. #DCvCSK #CSKvDC #IPL2019 pic.twitter.com/ge5Lr6pNzT — Sir Jadeja fan (@SirJadeja) March 26, 2019 × Chennai were always in control of the chase despite a lot of balls being wasted by Mahendra Singh Dhoni at the back end of the innings. For Chennai, Dwayne Bravo took three important wickets - Rishabh Pant, Shreyas Iyer and Shikhar Dhawan - to dominate the hosts. He finished with figures 3/33 in four overs. Meanwhile, for Delhi, Amit Mishra dismissed two set batsmen - Shane Watson and Suresh Raina - to keep the game alive.

See pictures! Fan invades pitch to meet Chennai skipper MS Dhoni

<p>Former Indian cricket captain MS Dhoni has approached the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/supreme-court-sends-amrapali-directors-to-police-custody-170427">Supreme Court seeking</a> a direction to the Amrapali Group to settle his dues of &nbsp;Rs 40 crore towards his service to the real estate company as its brand ambassador.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Amrapali roped in former Indian cricket captain as group's brand ambassador in 2009 and Dhoni granted the group the right to use his endorsement in marketing and public relations activities, according to reports. However, Dhoni parted ways with the group in 2016 after a group of duped <a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/sc-issues-contempt-notice-against-3-directors-of-amrapali-group-170918">Amrapali customers </a>launched an online campaign against Dhoni for promoting the company. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The cricketer asked the court to allot&nbsp;him a land parcel belong to the group to protect his financial interest.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Dhoni said that he entered into an agreement with the company to promote their various projects but he was not paid for his endorsements to the tune of 38.95 crore due to him.</p>

<p>The Supreme Court in February&nbsp;allowed the Delhi Police to arrest Amrapali CMD Anil Sharma, along with two other Amrapali associates in a criminal complaint registered against them for cheating thousands of customers who have invested in the group's properties but were not handed over flats.</p>


Former Indian cricket captain MS Dhoni has approached the Supreme Court seeking a direction to the Amrapali Group to settle his dues of Rs 40 crore towards his service to the real estate company as its brand ambassador.

Former Indian cricket captain MS Dhoni has approached the Supreme Court seeking a direction to the Amrapali Group to settle his dues of Rs 40 crore towards his service to the real estate company as its brand ambassador. Amrapali roped in former Indian cricket captain as group's brand ambassador in 2009 and Dhoni granted the group the right to use his endorsement in marketing and public relations activities, according to reports. However, Dhoni parted ways with the group in 2016 after a group of duped Amrapali customers launched an online campaign against Dhoni for promoting the company. The cricketer asked the court to allot him a land parcel belong to the group to protect his financial interest. Dhoni said that he entered into an agreement with the company to promote their various projects but he was not paid for his endorsements to the tune of 38.95 crore due to him. The Supreme Court in February allowed the Delhi Police to arrest Amrapali CMD Anil Sharma, along with two other Amrapali associates in a criminal complaint registered against them for cheating thousands of customers who have invested in the group's properties but were not handed over flats.

Dhoni approaches Supreme Court against Amrapali for Rs 40 crore dues

<p>The twelfth edition of Indian Premier League has started with the off-field fun and madness. It's a time when cricketers not only play pranks on their teammates but also include their families in the madness.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Just like in the latest video, which was uploaded on Dhoni’s official Instagram account where he was having a fun chat with his daughter Ziva.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Chennai's skipper MS Dhoni was asking Ziva "how are you” in six different languages: Tamil, Bengali, Gujarati, Bhojpuri, Punjabi, and Urdu.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Watch the video to see how effortlessly Ziva responded to the questions in all the languages.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Watch the video here:&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Chennai started their IPL 2019 campaign on a winning note after defeating Virat Kohli-led Bangalore at the Chidambaram Stadium on March 23.</p>

<p>Now Dhoni-led team will play its next match against Delhi on March 26 at Firoz Shah Kotla stadium.</p>


The twelfth edition of Indian Premier League has started with the off-field fun and madness. It's a time when cricketers not only play pranks on their teammates but also include their families in the madness.

The twelfth edition of Indian Premier League has started with the off-field fun and madness. It's a time when cricketers not only play pranks on their teammates but also include their families in the madness. Just like in the latest video, which was uploaded on Dhoni’s official Instagram account where he was having a fun chat with his daughter Ziva. Chennai's skipper MS Dhoni was asking Ziva "how are you” in six different languages: Tamil, Bengali, Gujarati, Bhojpuri, Punjabi, and Urdu. Watch the video to see how effortlessly Ziva responded to the questions in all the languages. Watch the video here: View this post on Instagram A post shared by M S Dhoni (@mahi7781) on Mar 24, 2019 at 6:19am PDT × Chennai started their IPL 2019 campaign on a winning note after defeating Virat Kohli-led Bangalore at the Chidambaram Stadium on March 23. Now Dhoni-led team will play its next match against Delhi on March 26 at Firoz Shah Kotla stadium.

Watch: MS Dhoni talking with daughter Ziva in six different languages is the cutest thing on the internet

<p>Chennai defeated Bangalore by seven wickets in the opening match of the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/live-updates-ipl-2019-chennai-super-kings-vs-royal-challengers-bangalore-at-chidambaram-stadium-205095">Indian Premier League 2019</a> on Saturday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Chennai's skipper MS Dhoni put Virat-led team to bat first and restricted them to a low total of 70 runs in 17.1 overs.&nbsp;</p>

<p>For Bangalore, Parthiv Patel top scored with 29 off 35 balls.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After losing the match, Virat Kohli said, "No one wants to start like this, but it's good to get a game like this out of the way - this early in the tournament."&nbsp;</p>

<p>He further added, "We spoke of trying to be in the game, taking it to the 18th over was nice to see."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Kohli pointed out the flaws in the batting unit, saying, "The batting wasn't good, it wasn't easy to bat on, looked much better surface though, I thought 140-150 would have been an ideal score, especially with dew expected later on."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Harbhajan Singh (3/20 in 4 overs), Imran Tahir (3/9 in 3 overs) and Ravindra Jadeja (2/15 in 4 overs) shared the wickets. Dwayne Bravo also chipped in with a wicket. In reply, CSK scored the runs in 17.4 overs with Ambati Rayudu scoring 28.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Dhoni-led Chennai achieved the set target with 17 balls left.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Chennai have won their last six matches against Bangalore dating back to 2014 and at Chepak, Chennai have&nbsp;a&nbsp;6-1 lead against Bangalore.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Chennai have won 12 out of their last 13 Indian Premier League clashes at Chidambaram Stadium.&nbsp;</p>


Chennai defeated Bangalore by seven wickets in the opening match of the Indian Premier League 2019 on Saturday. Chennai's skipper MS Dhoni put Virat-led team to bat first and restricted them to a low total of 70 runs in 17.

Chennai defeated Bangalore by seven wickets in the opening match of the Indian Premier League 2019 on Saturday. Chennai's skipper MS Dhoni put Virat-led team to bat first and restricted them to a low total of 70 runs in 17.1 overs. For Bangalore, Parthiv Patel top scored with 29 off 35 balls. After losing the match, Virat Kohli said, "No one wants to start like this, but it's good to get a game like this out of the way - this early in the tournament." He further added, "We spoke of trying to be in the game, taking it to the 18th over was nice to see." Kohli pointed out the flaws in the batting unit, saying, "The batting wasn't good, it wasn't easy to bat on, looked much better surface though, I thought 140-150 would have been an ideal score, especially with dew expected later on." .@ChennaiIPL beat Royal Challengers Bangalore by 7 wickets in the opening encounter of #VIVOIPL 2019.#CSKvRCB pic.twitter.com/ghDdVeF9PD — IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) March 23, 2019 × Harbhajan Singh (3/20 in 4 overs), Imran Tahir (3/9 in 3 overs) and Ravindra Jadeja (2/15 in 4 overs) shared the wickets. Dwayne Bravo also chipped in with a wicket. In reply, CSK scored the runs in 17.4 overs with Ambati Rayudu scoring 28. Dhoni-led Chennai achieved the set target with 17 balls left. Chennai have won their last six matches against Bangalore dating back to 2014 and at Chepak, Chennai have a 6-1 lead against Bangalore. Chennai have won 12 out of their last 13 Indian Premier League clashes at Chidambaram Stadium.

IPL 2019: Chennai beat Bangalore by 7 wickets in season's opener

IPL 2019, Match 1: MS Dhoni-led Chennai vs Virat Kohli-led Bangalore at MA Chidambaram Stadium

IPL 2019, Chennai vs Bangalore: Players to watch out for

<p>They ruled for seasons, were banned for two years, came back strong and are the current champions - Yes it's none other than Chennai Super Kings (CSK) - Indian Premier League's most successful franchise.</p>

<p>With the 12th edition of the cash-rich tournament scheduled to commence from March 23, the Yellow Brigade is preparing hard at nets to continue their dominance.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Strengths</strong></p>

<p>A factor why the franchise managed to survive the tough time and increase its fans by leaps and bounds during those two years is Mahendra Singh Dhoni.</p>

<p>Dhoni is the biggest strength of Chennai as he has the ability to bring the best out of any player.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Moreover, he is always spot-on with his on-field decisions; his brilliant captaincy and unmatchable glovework, are among one of the reasons that Chennai have won the prestigious IPL trophy thrice.</p>

<p>The second positive for CSK is that they have retained their 2018 team players. They have surely replaced two-three players but their core team remains the same.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Also, they will be playing at their original home ground i.e. M.A. Chidambaram stadium. Last season they were forced to play at the Maharashtra Cricket Association (MCA), Pune, due to political tensions, but this time the case is different.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Weaknesses</strong></p>

<p>There is no obvious weakness in this star-stunned side apart from a single concern that it's a relatively old team, where the average age is 30 years. However, they had defied the concern in the laast season but fitness might be an issue for the side.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The second thing that can stop the franchise from defending their title is that many of their players have not been playing regular cricket.</p>

<p>Suresh Raina, who hit the nets yesterday in a video circulated on social media, last played international cricket in 2018. There is a chance that he may be rusty in the first few matches of the tournament.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Opportunities</strong></p>

<p>Ambati Rayudu was able to a comeback to the Indian team owing to a great 2018 IPL season and the batsman will be keen to repeat his performance and book a spot in the Indian World Cup squad.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2019-squad-analysis-of-delhi-capitals-201142"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;IPL 2019: Squad analysis of Delhi</strong></a></p>

<p>On the same plane is all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja. He is also sailing in the same boat as his decent performances against the Aussies have increased his chances of making it to the World Cup. A great IPL season could see him going to England too.</p>

<p>Apart from the two other players like Deepak Chahar and Lungi Ngidi will also be eager to make the most of this opportunity.</p>

<p>Another add-on which the Dhoni-led team have is that they have too many bowling options.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Suresh Raina, Kedar Jadhav, Shane Watson, Dwayne Bravo, Harbhajan Singh - the list of players who can bowl is quite long.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Team:</strong></p>

<p><strong>Retained: </strong><em>MS Dhoni, Suresh Raina, Deepak Chahar, KM Asif, Karn Sharma, Dhruv Shorey, Faf du Plessis, M Vijay, Ravindra Jadeja, Sam Billings, Mitchell Santner, David Willey, Dwayne Bravo, Shane Watson, Lungi Ngidi, Imran Tahir, Kedar Jadhav, Ambati Rayudu, Harbhajan Singh, N Jagadeesan, Shardul Thakur, Monu Kumar, Chaitanya Bishnoi</em></p>

<p><strong>Purchased: </strong><em>Mohit Sharma (Rs 5 crore), Ruturaj Gaikwad (Rs 20 lakh)</em></p>


They ruled for seasons, were banned for two years, came back strong and are the current champions - Yes it's none other than Chennai Super Kings (CSK) - Indian Premier League's most successful franchise.

They ruled for seasons, were banned for two years, came back strong and are the current champions - Yes it's none other than Chennai Super Kings (CSK) - Indian Premier League's most successful franchise. With the 12th edition of the cash-rich tournament scheduled to commence from March 23, the Yellow Brigade is preparing hard at nets to continue their dominance. Strengths A factor why the franchise managed to survive the tough time and increase its fans by leaps and bounds during those two years is Mahendra Singh Dhoni. Dhoni is the biggest strength of Chennai as he has the ability to bring the best out of any player. Moreover, he is always spot-on with his on-field decisions; his brilliant captaincy and unmatchable glovework, are among one of the reasons that Chennai have won the prestigious IPL trophy thrice. The second positive for CSK is that they have retained their 2018 team players. They have surely replaced two-three players but their core team remains the same. Also, they will be playing at their original home ground i.e. M.A. Chidambaram stadium. Last season they were forced to play at the Maharashtra Cricket Association (MCA), Pune, due to political tensions, but this time the case is different. Weaknesses There is no obvious weakness in this star-stunned side apart from a single concern that it's a relatively old team, where the average age is 30 years. However, they had defied the concern in the laast season but fitness might be an issue for the side. The second thing that can stop the franchise from defending their title is that many of their players have not been playing regular cricket. Suresh Raina, who hit the nets yesterday in a video circulated on social media, last played international cricket in 2018. There is a chance that he may be rusty in the first few matches of the tournament. Opportunities Ambati Rayudu was able to a comeback to the Indian team owing to a great 2018 IPL season and the batsman will be keen to repeat his performance and book a spot in the Indian World Cup squad. Also read: IPL 2019: Squad analysis of Delhi On the same plane is all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja. He is also sailing in the same boat as his decent performances against the Aussies have increased his chances of making it to the World Cup. A great IPL season could see him going to England too. Apart from the two other players like Deepak Chahar and Lungi Ngidi will also be eager to make the most of this opportunity. Another add-on which the Dhoni-led team have is that they have too many bowling options. Suresh Raina, Kedar Jadhav, Shane Watson, Dwayne Bravo, Harbhajan Singh - the list of players who can bowl is quite long. Team: Retained: MS Dhoni, Suresh Raina, Deepak Chahar, KM Asif, Karn Sharma, Dhruv Shorey, Faf du Plessis, M Vijay, Ravindra Jadeja, Sam Billings, Mitchell Santner, David Willey, Dwayne Bravo, Shane Watson, Lungi Ngidi, Imran Tahir, Kedar Jadhav, Ambati Rayudu, Harbhajan Singh, N Jagadeesan, Shardul Thakur, Monu Kumar, Chaitanya Bishnoi Purchased: Mohit Sharma (Rs 5 crore), Ruturaj Gaikwad (Rs 20 lakh)

IPL 2019: Squad analysis of Chennai

<p>The twelfth season of Indian Premier League will kick off with <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2019-squad-analysis-of-chennai-super-kings-204246">Chennai</a> taking on <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2019-squad-analysis-of-royal-challengers-bangalore-204410">Bangalore</a> at Chennai's Chidambaram Stadium on Saturday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Virat Kohli's young team is craving maiden success as it has failed in previous seasons despite reaching the finals on three occasions.&nbsp;</p>

<p>And unlikely them, the three-time title winner CSK will start their hunt from the first game itself.&nbsp;</p>

<p>When we see both the teams, both have batsmen who can turn a match on its head in a matter of two-three overs. So the outcome of the game will depend on which team bowls better and holds its nerve.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Strength and weaknesses of Bangalore:</strong></p>

<p>Like previous seasons, Bangalore's batting will revolve around their star players Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers.&nbsp;</p>

<p>And they have added Shimron Hetmyer, Marcus Stoinis, and Nathan-Coulter Nile will add depth to their squad.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Pacer Umesh Yadav will also look to shine in the IPL keeping World Cup selection in mind.&nbsp;</p>

<p>And leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal will again be the key man for Bangalore as he has been over the past seasons.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Off-spinner Washington Sundar will add necessary support.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The middle order batting is a huge concern for the team, however, they have added Marcus Stoinis to resolve it but he will arrive late due to his international commitments, same goes with Nathan Coulter-Nile.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Strength and weaknesses of Chennai:&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>The core team of Chennai, which comprises of Suresh Raina, MS Dhoni, Ravindra Jadeja will be vital in this season.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Besides, Ambati Rayudu, who was brilliant in the last season scoring 602 runs, will be keen to step up his performance and seal a spot in the Indian World Cup squad.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The opening pair Rayudu and Shane Watson scored a combined 1160 runs last season.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Spinners with truckloads of experience Imran Tahir and Harbhajan Singh are the strength of the team. They both have the ability to change the complexion of a game in one over.&nbsp;</p>

<p>But ruling out of Lungi Ngidi due to injury was a major set back for the team.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Probable playing XI:&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p><strong>Bangalore:</strong> Virat Kohli, Parthiv Patel, AB de Villiers, Shimron Hetmyer, Colin de Grandhomme, Shivam Dube, Washington Sundar, Murali Vijay, Umesh Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal, Mohammed Siraj</p>

<p><strong>Chennai:</strong> Shane Watson, Ambati Rayudu, Suresh Raina, Kedar Jadhav, MS Dhoni, Ravindra Jadeja, Dwayne Bravo, Imran Tahir, Sam Billings, Deepak Chahar, Shardul Thakur</p>


The twelfth season of Indian Premier League will kick off with Chennai taking on Bangalore at Chennai's Chidambaram Stadium on Saturday. Virat Kohli's young team is craving maiden success as it has failed in previous seasons despite reaching the finals on three occasions.

The twelfth season of Indian Premier League will kick off with Chennai taking on Bangalore at Chennai's Chidambaram Stadium on Saturday. Virat Kohli's young team is craving maiden success as it has failed in previous seasons despite reaching the finals on three occasions. And unlikely them, the three-time title winner CSK will start their hunt from the first game itself. When we see both the teams, both have batsmen who can turn a match on its head in a matter of two-three overs. So the outcome of the game will depend on which team bowls better and holds its nerve. Strength and weaknesses of Bangalore: Like previous seasons, Bangalore's batting will revolve around their star players Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers. And they have added Shimron Hetmyer, Marcus Stoinis, and Nathan-Coulter Nile will add depth to their squad. Pacer Umesh Yadav will also look to shine in the IPL keeping World Cup selection in mind. And leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal will again be the key man for Bangalore as he has been over the past seasons. Off-spinner Washington Sundar will add necessary support. The middle order batting is a huge concern for the team, however, they have added Marcus Stoinis to resolve it but he will arrive late due to his international commitments, same goes with Nathan Coulter-Nile. Strength and weaknesses of Chennai: The core team of Chennai, which comprises of Suresh Raina, MS Dhoni, Ravindra Jadeja will be vital in this season. Besides, Ambati Rayudu, who was brilliant in the last season scoring 602 runs, will be keen to step up his performance and seal a spot in the Indian World Cup squad. The opening pair Rayudu and Shane Watson scored a combined 1160 runs last season. Spinners with truckloads of experience Imran Tahir and Harbhajan Singh are the strength of the team. They both have the ability to change the complexion of a game in one over. But ruling out of Lungi Ngidi due to injury was a major set back for the team. Probable playing XI: Bangalore: Virat Kohli, Parthiv Patel, AB de Villiers, Shimron Hetmyer, Colin de Grandhomme, Shivam Dube, Washington Sundar, Murali Vijay, Umesh Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal, Mohammed Siraj Chennai: Shane Watson, Ambati Rayudu, Suresh Raina, Kedar Jadhav, MS Dhoni, Ravindra Jadeja, Dwayne Bravo, Imran Tahir, Sam Billings, Deepak Chahar, Shardul Thakur

IPL 2019, Chennai vs Bangalore: Strengths, weaknesses and probable playing XI

<p>Indian spinner Kuldeep Yadav says Mahendra Singh Dhoni's understanding of match situations beats that of the bowlers and the former captain's presence behind the stumps makes his job easy.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Yadav, who is quite vocal in his admiration for Dhoni, said he feels lucky to play alongside the iconic keeper-batsman, who led India to two world titles.</p>

<p>"He always guides us bowlers, whenever he feels the need to get his message across he does it. When the wicketkeeper supports you like that, it becomes easier for the bowler," Yadav was quoted as saying by India Today's YouTube channel 'Sports Tak'.</p>

<p>"A lot of times, the bowler is not able to understand the situation but the wicketkeeper understands it better. Mahi bhai is just like that.</p>

<p>"He has so much experience. He tells gives us small details and even when he doesn't, I make sure to ask him for guidance. Chahal and I feel very lucky to be playing with him. Bowling becomes easier with Mahi bhai behind the stumps," he added.</p>

<p>Speaking on India's chances at the World Cup in England, starting May 30, Yadav said the 2011 champions are in with a great opportunity but he also expects teams like England and Pakistan to do well.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We definitely have the chance to bring the World Cup home. But I feel England has a strong batting line-up as compared to the other teams. They will be playing in home conditions.</p>

<p>"I think Pakistan will also perform well in the World Cup looking at the way they have been performing. So I think England and Pakistan will be the ones to watch out for," Yadav said.</p>

<p>The left-arm spinner also lauded India's pace attack.</p>

<p>"We have a very good combination of bowlers in the side now. We train together and back each other which is the biggest plus point," Yadav said.</p>

<p>On current captain Virat Kohli, Yadav said, "Virat bhai always backs us. He understands our bowling styles be it spinners or fast bowlers. He is a very attacking captain.</p>

<p>"It feels good as a spinner because then we get to take wickets regularly. He supports not only me and Chahal but all the other youngsters in the team," he added.</p>


Indian spinner Kuldeep Yadav says Mahendra Singh Dhoni's understanding of match situations beats that of the bowlers and the former captain's presence behind the stumps makes his job easy.

Indian spinner Kuldeep Yadav says Mahendra Singh Dhoni's understanding of match situations beats that of the bowlers and the former captain's presence behind the stumps makes his job easy. Yadav, who is quite vocal in his admiration for Dhoni, said he feels lucky to play alongside the iconic keeper-batsman, who led India to two world titles. "He always guides us bowlers, whenever he feels the need to get his message across he does it. When the wicketkeeper supports you like that, it becomes easier for the bowler," Yadav was quoted as saying by India Today's YouTube channel 'Sports Tak'. "A lot of times, the bowler is not able to understand the situation but the wicketkeeper understands it better. Mahi bhai is just like that. "He has so much experience. He tells gives us small details and even when he doesn't, I make sure to ask him for guidance. Chahal and I feel very lucky to be playing with him. Bowling becomes easier with Mahi bhai behind the stumps," he added. Speaking on India's chances at the World Cup in England, starting May 30, Yadav said the 2011 champions are in with a great opportunity but he also expects teams like England and Pakistan to do well. "We definitely have the chance to bring the World Cup home. But I feel England has a strong batting line-up as compared to the other teams. They will be playing in home conditions. "I think Pakistan will also perform well in the World Cup looking at the way they have been performing. So I think England and Pakistan will be the ones to watch out for," Yadav said. The left-arm spinner also lauded India's pace attack. "We have a very good combination of bowlers in the side now. We train together and back each other which is the biggest plus point," Yadav said. On current captain Virat Kohli, Yadav said, "Virat bhai always backs us. He understands our bowling styles be it spinners or fast bowlers. He is a very attacking captain. "It feels good as a spinner because then we get to take wickets regularly. He supports not only me and Chahal but all the other youngsters in the team," he added.

Dhoni understands match situations better than bowlers: Kuldeep Yadav

<p>The Indian Premier League will commence on March 23 but the frenzy has already started in Chennai's MA Chidambaram stadium. The home of the defending champions Chennai saw a packed stadium just for a practice session.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The stands were open for the fans who welcomed Chennai's players, especially captain MS Dhoni, with thunderous applause and loud cheers.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to the franchise' website, as many as 12000 people had come to witness the practice session.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, the first game of the tournament will see Dhoni's men take on Virat Kohli-led Bangalore in Chennai.</p>

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<p>Last year, the venue saw only one match as the side was forced to shift their home games to Pune following political protests.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Despite that, Chennai went on to win the tournament defeating Kane Williamson's Hyderabad in the final at Wankhede stadium.</p>


The Indian Premier League will commence on March 23 but the frenzy has already started in Chennai's MA Chidambaram stadium. The home of the defending champions Chennai saw a packed stadium just for a practice session.

The Indian Premier League will commence on March 23 but the frenzy has already started in Chennai's MA Chidambaram stadium. The home of the defending champions Chennai saw a packed stadium just for a practice session. The stands were open for the fans who welcomed Chennai's players, especially captain MS Dhoni, with thunderous applause and loud cheers. According to the franchise' website, as many as 12000 people had come to witness the practice session. Meanwhile, the first game of the tournament will see Dhoni's men take on Virat Kohli-led Bangalore in Chennai. Whistle parakkum paaru! #ThalaParaak #WhistlePodu #Yellove 💛🦁 pic.twitter.com/6EeMkYT0QY — Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) March 17, 2019 × Last year, the venue saw only one match as the side was forced to shift their home games to Pune following political protests. Despite that, Chennai went on to win the tournament defeating Kane Williamson's Hyderabad in the final at Wankhede stadium.

Watch: MS Dhoni walks out to thunderous applause, loud cheers during Chennai's practice session

<p>Rohit Sharma added another major milestone to his name as he became the third fastest to reach 8000 <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/australia-beat-india-by-35-runs-in-fifth-odi-win-series-3-2-203158">ODI runs during the series decider against Australia</a> in New Delhi on Wednesday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Rohit Sharma played a brilliant inning and scored his 41st ODI half-century before giving away his wicket for 56 runs. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The Indian cricket team opener achieved the feat on his 200th ODI innings and is tied with former India skipper Sourav Ganguly. Virat Kohli was the fastest with 175 innings while AB De Villers is second with 182.</p>

<p>Overall, he become the ninth Indian cricket team player to reach 8000 runs after Virat Kohli, MS Dhoni, Sachin Tendulkar, Rahul Dravid, Virender Sehwag, Yuvraj Singh, Sourav Ganguly and Mohammad Azharuddin.</p>

<p>In the fourth ODI in Mohali, Rohit completed 3000 ODI runs on home soil and also became the joint fastest to reach achieve the feat along with South Africa’s Hashim Amla (57 innings).&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, Australia defeated India Wednesday by 35 runs to win the fifth One-Day International at the Feroz Shah Kotla stadium. By virtue of this win, the visitors have won the five-game series 3-2.</p>

<p>Opting to bat, Australia were restricted to a score of 272 runs despite Usman Khawaja hitting a century and Peter Handscomb slamming a half-century.</p>

<p>In reply, India were bowled out for 237 runs as wickets kept tumbling and vice-captain Rohit Sharma didn't find any support at the other end.&nbsp;<br />
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Rohit Sharma added another major milestone to his name as he became the third fastest to reach 8000 ODI runs during the series decider against Australia in New Delhi on Wednesday.

Rohit Sharma added another major milestone to his name as he became the third fastest to reach 8000 ODI runs during the series decider against Australia in New Delhi on Wednesday. Rohit Sharma played a brilliant inning and scored his 41st ODI half-century before giving away his wicket for 56 runs. The Indian cricket team opener achieved the feat on his 200th ODI innings and is tied with former India skipper Sourav Ganguly. Virat Kohli was the fastest with 175 innings while AB De Villers is second with 182. Overall, he become the ninth Indian cricket team player to reach 8000 runs after Virat Kohli, MS Dhoni, Sachin Tendulkar, Rahul Dravid, Virender Sehwag, Yuvraj Singh, Sourav Ganguly and Mohammad Azharuddin. In the fourth ODI in Mohali, Rohit completed 3000 ODI runs on home soil and also became the joint fastest to reach achieve the feat along with South Africa’s Hashim Amla (57 innings). Meanwhile, Australia defeated India Wednesday by 35 runs to win the fifth One-Day International at the Feroz Shah Kotla stadium. By virtue of this win, the visitors have won the five-game series 3-2. Opting to bat, Australia were restricted to a score of 272 runs despite Usman Khawaja hitting a century and Peter Handscomb slamming a half-century. In reply, India were bowled out for 237 runs as wickets kept tumbling and vice-captain Rohit Sharma didn't find any support at the other end.

IND vs AUS: Rohit Sharma becomes third fastest batsman to reach 8000 runs in ODIs

<p>Former Indian cricket team captain Bishan Singh Bedi Monday called MS Dhoni "half a captain" and said his absence made skipper Virat Kohli "visibly rough" on the field during the fourth ODI against Australia.</p>

<p>Bedi further stressed that it is not a good sign for Team India.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Despite putting a mammoth target of 359 runs, India lost the game due to poor fielding. While some even say that Dhoni's absence behind the stumps was also one of the reasons why Australia were able to chase the target.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Dhoni has been rested for the last two games of the series which is tied at 2-2, going into the decider in New Delhi on Wednesday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, young bloke Rishabh Pant replaced him and miserably failed with the gloves, yesterday, &nbsp;</p>

<p>Questioning the management's decision to give him rest," Bedi said.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Bedi further highlighted Dhoni's importance in the team, saying he has a very calming influence on the ground</p>

<p>"Dhoni is not getting any younger, he is no spring chicken either but the team needs him. He is a very calming influence on the ground. The captain needs him by his side, he is visibly rough without him. It is not a good sign</p>

<p>Bedi also felt the Indian ODI team is experimenting needlessly ahead of the World Cup, to be held in England from May 30 to July 14.</p>

<p>The 4th ODI turned out to be a dismal day for India in the field despite the heroics of Shikhar Dhawan and Rohit Sharma. The opening duo's record partnership, which includes a sensational 143, had helped India post a mammoth target.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Australia chase down a record-breaking target of 359 runs, making it the highest ever total that Indian team failed to defend in its ODI history, losing the game by four wickets.</p>


Former Indian cricket team captain Bishan Singh Bedi Monday called MS Dhoni "half a captain" and said his absence made skipper Virat Kohli "visibly rough" on the field during the fourth ODI against Australia.

Former Indian cricket team captain Bishan Singh Bedi Monday called MS Dhoni "half a captain" and said his absence made skipper Virat Kohli "visibly rough" on the field during the fourth ODI against Australia. Bedi further stressed that it is not a good sign for Team India. Despite putting a mammoth target of 359 runs, India lost the game due to poor fielding. While some even say that Dhoni's absence behind the stumps was also one of the reasons why Australia were able to chase the target. Dhoni has been rested for the last two games of the series which is tied at 2-2, going into the decider in New Delhi on Wednesday. Meanwhile, young bloke Rishabh Pant replaced him and miserably failed with the gloves, yesterday, Questioning the management's decision to give him rest," Bedi said. Bedi further highlighted Dhoni's importance in the team, saying he has a very calming influence on the ground "Dhoni is not getting any younger, he is no spring chicken either but the team needs him. He is a very calming influence on the ground. The captain needs him by his side, he is visibly rough without him. It is not a good sign Bedi also felt the Indian ODI team is experimenting needlessly ahead of the World Cup, to be held in England from May 30 to July 14. The 4th ODI turned out to be a dismal day for India in the field despite the heroics of Shikhar Dhawan and Rohit Sharma. The opening duo's record partnership, which includes a sensational 143, had helped India post a mammoth target. Australia chase down a record-breaking target of 359 runs, making it the highest ever total that Indian team failed to defend in its ODI history, losing the game by four wickets.

Virat Kohli 'visibly rough' without MS Dhoni on field, says Bishan Singh Bedi

<p>India's wicketkeeper-batsman Mahendra Singh Dhoni (MSD) was replaced by young bloke Rishabh Pant in the fourth ODI against Australia. Pant gave a decent performance with bat scoring 34 off 26 balls but failed miserably with the gloves.&nbsp;</p>

<p>One of the reasons India lost the fourth game despite scoring a mammoth 358, was poor fielding, especially by Pant.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The youngster missing a few clear-cut chances, with one being trying to stump a batsman in Dhoni's no-look flick. His missed chance actually turned the game in Australia's favour.&nbsp;</p>

<p>His failure behind the stumps also drew an angry reaction <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/virat-kohli-blames-drs-after-losing-4th-odi-to-australia-202423">from India skipper Virat Kohli</a>.</p>

<p>Right-arm leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal also didn't look happy as Pant smiled sheepishly after his another failed attempt.</p>

<p>Out of many, here are the three major mistakes Pant committed that cost India 4th ODI.</p>

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<p>It turned out to be a dismal day for India in the field despite the heroics of Shikhar Dhawan and Rohit Sharma. The opening duo's record partnership, which includes a sensational 143, had helped India post a mammoth target.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Australia chase down a record-breaking target of 359 runs, making it the highest ever total that Indian team failed to defend in its ODI history, losing the game by four wickets.</p>

<p><a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/shikhar-dhawan-is-vital-as-we-need-left-right-combination-at-top-going-sanjay-bangar-202257"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Shikhar Dhawan is vital as we need left-right combination at </strong></a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/shikhar-dhawan-is-vital-as-we-need-left-right-combination-at-top-going-sanjay-bangar-202257"><strong>top</strong></a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/shikhar-dhawan-is-vital-as-we-need-left-right-combination-at-top-going-sanjay-bangar-202257"><strong> going: Sanjay Bangar</strong></a></p>

<p>Playing only his second ODI, Turner hit an unbeaten 84 off 43 balls with five boundaries and as many as six sixes to help Australia reach the target with 13 balls to spare.</p>


India's wicketkeeper-batsman Mahendra Singh Dhoni (MSD) was replaced by young bloke Rishabh Pant in the fourth ODI against Australia. Pant gave a decent performance with bat scoring 34 off 26 balls but failed miserably with the gloves.

India's wicketkeeper-batsman Mahendra Singh Dhoni (MSD) was replaced by young bloke Rishabh Pant in the fourth ODI against Australia. Pant gave a decent performance with bat scoring 34 off 26 balls but failed miserably with the gloves. One of the reasons India lost the fourth game despite scoring a mammoth 358, was poor fielding, especially by Pant. The youngster missing a few clear-cut chances, with one being trying to stump a batsman in Dhoni's no-look flick. His missed chance actually turned the game in Australia's favour. His failure behind the stumps also drew an angry reaction from India skipper Virat Kohli. Right-arm leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal also didn't look happy as Pant smiled sheepishly after his another failed attempt. Out of many, here are the three major mistakes Pant committed that cost India 4th ODI. Pant's mistakes...!! pic.twitter.com/qyo9Kpkdox — Vidshots (@Vidshots1) March 10, 2019 × It turned out to be a dismal day for India in the field despite the heroics of Shikhar Dhawan and Rohit Sharma. The opening duo's record partnership, which includes a sensational 143, had helped India post a mammoth target. Australia chase down a record-breaking target of 359 runs, making it the highest ever total that Indian team failed to defend in its ODI history, losing the game by four wickets. Also read: Shikhar Dhawan is vital as we need left-right combination at top going: Sanjay Bangar Playing only his second ODI, Turner hit an unbeaten 84 off 43 balls with five boundaries and as many as six sixes to help Australia reach the target with 13 balls to spare.

Watch: Three mistakes of Rishabh Pant that cost India 4th ODI

<p>"The biggest crime that I can commit is not a murder, it is actually match-fixing," <a href="http://www.wionews.com/search?q=Dhoni">Mahendra Singh Dhoni</a> has said in a soon-to-be-released documentary that focuses on Chennai Super Kings' fairy tale IPL comeback last year, following a two-year suspension for spot-fixing.</p>

<p>Dhoni led the Chennai franchise to its third IPL title in 2018, making it a dream return to the competition after the team served out a two-year ban for its management's role in the 2013 spot-fixing scandal.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The team was involved, I was accused too. It was a tough phase for all of us. Fans felt that the punishment was harsh. Coming back was an emotional moment and I have always said, what doesn't kill you makes you strong," says Dhoni in the 45-second trailer of documentary 'Roar of the Lion' which will be streamed on Hotstar from March 20.</p>

<p>Dhoni had not commented on the turmoil before this.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In July 2015, Chennai Super Kings and Rajasthan Royals were suspended from the cash-rich cricket league for two years for betting activities of their key officials Gurunath Meiyappan and Raj Kundra during the 2013 season. Both the officials were banned for life from being involved in any cricket matches conducted by the BCCI.</p>

<p>The punishment was handed down by a Supreme Court- appointed three-member committee headed by former CJI R M Lodha, which held that the betting activities of the two officials, Meiyappan and Kundra, then a co-owner of Rajasthan Royals, brought the game of cricket, BCCI and IPL into disrepute.</p>

<p>The 2019 edition of the IPL begins March 23 with Chennai Super Kings hosting Royal Challengers Bangalore in Chennai.&nbsp;</p>


"The biggest crime that I can commit is not a murder, it is actually match-fixing," Mahendra Singh Dhoni has said in a soon-to-be-released documentary that focuses on Chennai Super Kings' fairy tale IPL comeback last year, following a two-year suspension for spot-fixing.

"The biggest crime that I can commit is not a murder, it is actually match-fixing," Mahendra Singh Dhoni has said in a soon-to-be-released documentary that focuses on Chennai Super Kings' fairy tale IPL comeback last year, following a two-year suspension for spot-fixing. Dhoni led the Chennai franchise to its third IPL title in 2018, making it a dream return to the competition after the team served out a two-year ban for its management's role in the 2013 spot-fixing scandal. "The team was involved, I was accused too. It was a tough phase for all of us. Fans felt that the punishment was harsh. Coming back was an emotional moment and I have always said, what doesn't kill you makes you strong," says Dhoni in the 45-second trailer of documentary 'Roar of the Lion' which will be streamed on Hotstar from March 20. Dhoni had not commented on the turmoil before this. In July 2015, Chennai Super Kings and Rajasthan Royals were suspended from the cash-rich cricket league for two years for betting activities of their key officials Gurunath Meiyappan and Raj Kundra during the 2013 season. Both the officials were banned for life from being involved in any cricket matches conducted by the BCCI. The punishment was handed down by a Supreme Court- appointed three-member committee headed by former CJI R M Lodha, which held that the betting activities of the two officials, Meiyappan and Kundra, then a co-owner of Rajasthan Royals, brought the game of cricket, BCCI and IPL into disrepute. The 2019 edition of the IPL begins March 23 with Chennai Super Kings hosting Royal Challengers Bangalore in Chennai.

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