WATCH: MS Dhoni outraged as Deepak Chahar's blunder leads to CSK's defeat against LSG

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) looked well on their way to victory against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) after posting a strong total of 210/4 on the board in their IPL 2024 clast at Chepauk stadium on April 23, Tuesday. Ruturaj Gaikwad's century and a quickfire 66 from Shivam Dube laid the foundation for CSK. However, the tide turned for CSK during the crucial death overs. Deepak Chahar, positioned at key fielding spots, failed to stop two seemingly easy boundaries. These misfields gifted a vital eight runs to LSG at a critical juncture where every run counted. Not only did these errors hand the momentum back to Lucknow, but also increased the pressure on his fellow bowlers. Although Dhoni remained silent, his frustration with the fast bowler’s performance was evident. Fans also expressed their disappointment over Chahar’s errors. Chahar did bowl an impressive spell of 1/11 but his bowling efforts were overshadowed by his misfeilding. Despite CSK's initial dominance, Lucknow, fuelled by a spectacular century from Marcus Stoinis, chased down the target with three balls and six wickets to spare. This loss marked a double victory for Lucknow Super Giants over the five-time champions.

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This is how the fans reacted:

How the CSK vs LSG's match unfolded?

The electrifying atmosphere at the Chepauk stadium, initially buzzing with anticipation of a CSK win, fell silent as Marcus Stoinis unleashed his batting power. LSG's innings showcased both aggressive scoring in the powerplay and calculated strokeplay in the middle overs. However, it was the final stretch, heavily influenced by CSK's fielding lapses, that ultimately sealed the victory for the visitors.  A closer look at the match statistics reveals a stark contrast in death-over performances. While CSK managed a respectable 75 runs for the loss of just 1 wicket in their last five overs, LSG surpassed them with 76 runs while losing only one wicket. This dominance in the death overs, fueled by Stoinis' brilliance and aided by CSK's fielding frailties, secured the win for Lucknow Super Giants. The final act of the match belonged to Marcus Stoinis. Partnering with Deepak Hooda, Stoinis unleashed a destructive assault on CSK's bowling attack, particularly in the last five overs. The dropped catches seemed to fuel his confidence, as he capitalized ruthlessly on any loose deliveries. His clinical finishing in the final over, dispatching Mustafizur Rahman for 6, 4, 4, and 4, sealed a remarkable win for LSG.

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This loss exposed a chink in CSK's otherwise strong IPL armor - their fielding under pressure. The dropped catches proved costly, allowing LSG back into the game and ultimately leading to their downfall. For Lucknow, this victory was a double triumph. Not only did it secure valuable points for their campaign, but it also served as a major morale boost, showcasing their ability to chase down one of the highest totals of the season.

CSK, who are fifth in the IPL 2024's points table, will next face Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) on April 28, while LSG, who are fourth in the standings, will lock horns with Rajasthan Royals (RR) on April 27.

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