CSK win IPL 2023: CSK IPL 2023 Champions – Chennai Super Kings lifted their record-equaling fifth IPL title in a thriller at the Narendra Modi Stadium in the wee hours of Tuesday morning. Ravindra Jadeja hit 10 off two deliveries to take CSK over the line in a crunch clash in Ahmedabad. The win meant a lot to MS Dhoni and CSK, with the Captain Cool lifting Jadeja during the celebrations. Follow Indian Premier League LIVE Updates on Insidesport.IN
MS Dhoni was in tears as Chennai Super Kings lifted their 5th IPL title. The CSK captain had a chance to put the game to bed but was dismissed by the first ball in a crunch chase at the Narendra Modi Stadium. Despite the number of accolades won over the years, this triumph felt personal for Dhoni.
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The 41-year-old, who rarely shows emotions on the field, was visibly tense as the game went down to the wire. Once Ravindra Jadeja sealed the deal, Dhoni was pumped and lifted his trusted lieutenant up despite a knee injury. In a video shared by IPL, Dhoni was seen in tears as he hoisted Jadeja up during the celebrations. While a farewell has not been ruled out, Dhoni soaked in the moment and thanked all the fans and the ground staff after the game.
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After the IPL 2023 Final, CSK captain MS Dhoni announced that he will try his level best to return to IPL next season for his fans. As the final ended with CSK’s win, Dhoni took the opportunity to ensure his fans that he will work hard on his fitness to return next season.
“This is the best time to announce my retirement. But the amount of love I have received all over. The easy thing would be to walk away from here, but the harder thing would be working hard for 9 months and try to play another IPL. It would be a gift from me, won’t be easy on the body”, Dhoni said in the post-match presentation.
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