Former Chennai Super Kings captain MS Dhoni got out for the first time in match 49 of the ongoing edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 in the clash against Punjab Kings at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, on May 1 (Wednesday). He got run out by Harshal Patel and Jitesh Sharma on the final ball of CSK's innings.
MS Dhoni's not-out run ends
MS Dhoni played seven great cameos for CSK in IPL 2024 and was not dismissed even once. However, his spectacular not-out run came to an end in his eighth innings at the hands of Harshal Patel and Jitesh Sharma in the form of a run-out. He got out after scoring 14 runs off 11 balls.
The legendary cricketer was playing the perfect role of finisher for his side in IPL 2024 but was unable to provide the finish he usually does. Dhoni played a shot on the final ball against Arshdeep but his catch was dropped by Harshal Patel. However, as the ball went further from Harshal after the drop, Dhoni attempted a double but could not reach inside the crease in time and got out for the first time this season.
Rahul Chahar reveals his strategy against Dhoni
Spinner Rahul Chahar has been the most successful bowler against Dhoni this season as he did not give away too many runs against him. He bowled four balls to Dhoni and only gave away two singles. He later also revealed his strategy.
“The pitch is holding a bit, especially when there was no dew. The speed at which I bowl, I was backing myself to turn it at pace and make it difficult to hit me. I backed myself and knew if I bowled my best ball, they won’t be able to hit. (On plans to Dhoni) I didn’t want to bowl it fuller to him, he hits it well if you push it fuller. I think we conceded about 8-10 runs more than what we started with, but this is still a good target to chase down. We need to play good cricketing shots. I think this, and my performance in the 2019 final are amongst my best spells in the IPL. Both came at the same venue,” said Rahul Chahar in mid-innings break.
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