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10 Apr

MS Dhoni Returns as CSK Captain After Gaikwad Injury Blow

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New Delhi, April 10, 2025: MS Dhoni is back at the helm of Chennai Super Kings (CSK) after captain Ruturaj Gaikwad was ruled out of IPL 2025 due to an elbow injury. The news was confirmed by CSK coach Stephen Fleming in a pre-match press conference ahead of Friday’s clash against Kolkata Knight Riders.“Ruturaj Gaikwad is out of the IPL tournament due to injury, and Dhoni will take over as captain for the rest of the games,” Fleming said. The legendary wicketkeeper-batter, who led CSK to their fifth IPL title in 2023, will now guide the team through a challenging…

RCB End 17-Year Drought at Chepauk with Dominant Win Over CSK

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National Times Bureau, March 28, 2025: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) ended their 17-year wait for a victory at the MA Chidambaram Stadium with a commanding 50-run triumph over Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in their IPL 2025 clash. RCB’s all-round performance ensured a comfortable win as they defended a strong total of 196/7 with ease.Batting first, RCB capitalized on a solid start, with captain Rajat Patidar leading from the front. His 51 off 32 balls set the tone, while contributions from Glenn Maxwell and Dinesh Karthik propelled RCB to a challenging total. CSK’s bowlers, led by Deepak Chahar, fought hard, but…

CSK Banks on Spin Strength Against MI in IPL 2025 Opener at Chepauk

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Chennai, March 23, 2025 – Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will rely on their formidable spin attack and recent dominance over Mumbai Indians (MI) as they kick off their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 campaign at MA Chidambaram Stadium on Sunday.With conditions at Chepauk favoring spin, CSK has reinforced its bowling lineup by adding Ravichandran Ashwin, Noor Ahmad, Shreyas Gopal, and Deepak Hooda to an already strong setup featuring Ravindra Jadeja. This strategic buildup could prove crucial against MI, a team struggling with key absences.CSK’s legendary captain MS Dhoni remains a central figure, leading a squad that boasts strong depth across…