Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Mumbai Indians (MI) are arguably the best sides in the Indian Premier League (IPL), with both sides having gone on to win the trophy five tines. It was on this day in 2008 that the first batch of IPL teams were sold and the teams came into existence.
OTD in 2008: CSK, MI come alive
The team was founded in 2008 and is owned by Chennai Super Kings Cricket Ltd, a subsidiary of India Cements. Mumbai Indians, meanwhile, are owned by Indiawin Sports Private Limited (Reliance Industries).
Under Dhoni’s leadership, CSK has emerged as one of the most successful franchises in IPL history, clinching the trophy five times. The team’s ability to consistently reach the playoffs and perform under pressure reflects Dhoni’s strategic brilliance and his ability to make crucial decisions during crunch moments in the game.
Mumbai Indians have won five Indian Premier League (IPL) trophies. The team was associated with some great names in cricket like Sachin Tendulkar, Kieron Pollard, Lasith Malinga, and Harbhajan Singh. MI’s Playing XI of all-time have a dream team that any franchise will envy.
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