Watch: MS Dhoni beats Deepak Chahar with the bat during players' customary handshake after CSK down MI by 4 wickets in IPL 2025 clash

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) notched a four-wicket win over Mumbai Indians (MI) in their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025's campaign opener at the MA Chidambaram stadium on March 23, Sunday. Noor Ahmad's brilliant four-fer coupled with Khaleel Ahmed's three-fer bundled out MI for a total of 155/9. In reply Ruturaj Gaikwad's CSK had to toil in the end to chase down a target of 156 runs. Despite losing wickets at regular intervals, CSK managed to maintain their composure. A standout performance from Rachin Ravindra, who crafted a composed fifty (65 off 45), proved crucial in guiding the team to victory and keeping MI at bay. Captain Ruturaj Gaikwad also contributed with a blistering half-century (26-ball 53).

MS Dhoni hits Deepak Chahar with the bat after CSK's win over MI

The home crowd at the Chepauk stadium was waiting to witness their superstar MS Dhoni bat which eventually was materialised when the legend took the crease after Ravindra Jadeja's dismissal (17 off 18). However, before Dhoni could open his account, Rachin Ravindra tonked the winning six and sealed the deal for CSK.

Following the match, players from both the teams were engaged in a customary handshake where Dhoni and his former CSK teammate Deepak Chahar were spotted sharing a lighthearted moment. During the customary handshake Dhoni was seen hitting Deepak Chahar with the bat in a lighthearted manner. The video soon went viral on social media.

Watch the video here:  

Noor Ahmad was adjudged the player of the match for his superlative four-wicket haul (4/18).