MS Dhoni once again proved why he’s called “Captain Cool” by hitting a stunning six in the final over to lead Chennai to a thrilling victory. His calm finish gave fans a moment to remember and sealed an exciting win.
Dhoni Delivers Under Pressure Again
In a high-tension IPL match, Chennai Super Kings clinched a thrilling 2-wicket win over Kolkata Knight Riders. With just 8 runs needed from the last over and only 2 wickets in hand, Mahendra Singh Dhoni stepped up and smashed a six off the very first ball, calming the nerves of fans and teammates alike. His composed innings of 17 runs from 18 balls was exactly what Chennai needed to end their losing streak.
Early Setback for Chennai in the Run Chase
Chasing a target of 180 runs, Chennai had a rough start. Openers Ayush Mhatre and Devon Conway were both dismissed without scoring a run, putting the team in early trouble. But young South African batter Dewald Brevis and all-rounder Shivam Dube revived the innings with a brilliant partnership.
- Brevis entertained the crowd with an explosive 52 off just 25 balls, hitting 4 fours and 4 sixes.
- Dube provided stability with a well-crafted 45 runs off 40 balls.
Their partnership brought Chennai back into the game and kept them in the chase till the very end.
Kolkata Start Strong but Fade at the End
After winning the toss and deciding to bat first at Eden Gardens, Kolkata got off to a flying start. Though Rahmanullah Gurbaz was dismissed early for 11 runs, Sunil Narine and Ajinkya Rahane made the most of the powerplay. The pair scored 67 runs in the first 6 overs, setting the foundation for a big total.
- Narine scored 26 runs off 17 balls before getting out in the eighth over.
- Youngster Ankrush Raghuvanshi was dismissed for just 1.
Captain Ajinkya Rahane played a responsible knock of 48 off 33 balls, including 4 fours and 2 sixes, guiding Kolkata past the 100-run mark.
Later, Andre Russell brought energy to the innings with a quick 38 off 21 balls, smashing 4 fours and 3 sixes. However, wickets kept falling at key moments.
- Rinku Singh managed only 9 runs.
- Manish Pandey, although not dismissed, couldn’t accelerate in the end, finishing with 36 not out from 28 balls.
Tight Bowling from Pathirana and a Calm Finish by Dhoni
Kolkata ended their innings at 179/6, thanks largely to some economical bowling by Mathisha Pathirana. Though he conceded 14 runs in the 18th over, he bounced back in the 20th, allowing only 6 runs — stopping Kolkata from reaching a bigger total.
In the chase, after the early collapse, Chennai fought hard with middle-order contributions. But it was Dhoni, walking in under pressure, who made the real difference in the final over.
Facing Andre Russell, Dhoni calmly launched the first ball for a six, silencing the crowd and settling the match in Chennai’s favour. His leadership and experience once again proved priceless.
Final Score Summary:
| Team | Score | Top Scorers | Top Bowlers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 179/6 (20) | Rahane 48, Russell 38 | Pathirana 1/26 |
| Chennai Super Kings | 180/8 (19.1) | Brevis 52, Dube 45, Dhoni 17* | Russell 2/28 |
Conclusion
Though Chennai are already out of the play-off race, this win was a morale booster. It’s only their third win in 12 matches, but a thrilling one, made special by the legendary Dhoni. Kolkata, on the other hand, have now lost 6 of their 12 matches but are still alive in the play-off battle.
This match once again reminded fans why MS Dhoni is one of the greatest finishers the game has ever seen.
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