CSK vs RR IPL 2023 Highlights: Rajasthan Royals Secure Thrilling Three-Run Win over Chennai Super Kings
In a thrilling encounter at Chepauk on Wednesday, Rajasthan Royals (RR) secured a narrow three-run win over Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the IPL 2023 clash. Despite a late surge from CSK captain MS Dhoni, who smashed two sixes in the final over, the hosts fell short of the target, managing 172/6 in response to Rajasthan's 175/8 in 20 overs.
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Slow Start for CSK in Chase, Dhoni's Heroics in Vain
CSK got off to a slow start in the chase after losing in-form batter Ruturaj Gaikwad early for 8. Ajinkya Rahane and Devon Conway then added 68 runs for the second wicket before Ashwin trapped Rahane LBW for 31(19) and removed Shivam Dube in his next over. Adam Zampa then scalped one, while Yuzvendra Chahal struck twice in the same over to reduce CSK to 113-6 in 15 overs.
Late Charge by Ravindra Jadeja and MS Dhoni
Ravindra Jadeja and Dhoni then took charge and added 59 runs in the final five overs. Jadeja's clinical display helped CSK restrict Rajasthan to 175/8 after inviting them to bat. The all-rounder scalped two wickets and conceded 21 runs in his quota, before Shimron Hetmyer joined the proceedings and bailed Rajasthan out of a tricky situation. Hetmyer smoked 30 off 18 balls, which featured two 4s and the same number of 6s. Buttler also continued his rich form and went on to hit 52 off 36 balls before getting out to Moeen Ali.
Dhoni's Late Heroics Not Enough as RR Secures Win
With 21 required in the final over, Dhoni smashed Sandeep Sharma for a couple of sixes, but the final three deliveries resulted in three singles as CSK fell short by three runs, managing 172/6 in their allotted 20 overs. Despite Dhoni's valiant effort, Rajasthan Royals emerged victorious in a thrilling encounter.
