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"'Chacha Chowdhary' MS Dhoni Closes Door..": Irfan Pathan On Secret Behind CSK's Home Dominance

One of the most consistent teams of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 season, Chennai Super Kings only remain a couple of wins away from cementing their progression to the playoffs. One of the reasons behind CSK's consistent show this season has been their home form. With dominant performances at home, Chennai franchise has made Chepauk their fortress. The reason behind such performances at home, according to former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan, is none other than 'Chcha Chowdhary' MS Dhoni.

Asked To Describe MS Dhoni In One Word, DC Players Give Epic Answers

MS Dhoni is one of the most successful captains in the history of the game. With Chennai Super Kings, he has won the Indian Premier League four times. Not just in Chennai but everywhere he goes, MS Dhoni's fandom cannot be denied. After announcing his retirement from international cricket on August 15, 2020, the 41-year-old continues to feature for CSK in IPL. Ahead of Chennai's game against Delhi Capitals on Wednesday, some of the opposition players were asked to describe the former India captain in one word.

IPL 2023 Playoffs Qualification Scenario: Can Delhi Capitals Still Make It To Top 4?

In the absence of Rishabh Pant, Delhi Capitals haven't looked like the team that emerged as one of the strongest sides in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023. Though the form of David Warner's men have improved over the last few games, 4 of their last 5 games, they still have a huge task ahead of themselves if they are to finish among the top four sides at the end of the league stage and qualify for the playoffs this campaign.

"Australia 450/2, India 65 All Out": Delhi Capitals Star's Prediction For 2023 World Cup Final

The 2023 World Cup will be a big affair for the Rohit Sharma-led Indian cricket team. Having not won an ICC title since the 2013 Champions Trophy under Dhoni, hosts India would be eager to end that drought. India head coach Rahul Dravid has already said that they have narrowed down to 17-18 players - amongst whom the World Cup squad is likely to be picked up. "We've narrowed it down to 17-18 players, we have a few guys who are recovering from injuries and might come into the mix, depending on the time frame of their recoveries," Dravid said in March.

Delhi Capitals Predicted XI vs Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2023: Will Management Tinker With Winning Combination?

With four wins in their last five outings, Delhi Capitals now look to spoil the party for the MS Dhoni-led Chennai Super Kings when both teams face off in their IPL 2023 match on Wednesday. Last time out, DC outclassed Royal Challengers Bangalore to keep their playoff chances alive. The David Warner-led side will need to perform very well if they aim to surprise CSK in their den, which is easier said than done. It is highly unlikely that the management will make any changes to the side.

Mumbai Indians Smash Two All-Time IPL Records With Chase Of 200 Runs Against RCB

Mumbai Indians Produced a run-chase for the ages as they successfully overhauled Royal Challengers Bangalore's total of 199 runs in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 match on Tuesday. Suryakumar Yadav once again showed why he is arguably the finest batter in T20 cricket, smashing a fiery knock of 83 runs off just 35 balls. It took Mumbai Indians less than 17 overs to complete the chase. In the process, the Rohit Sharma-led side also smashed two all-time records in the T20 league.

How MS Dhoni Made CSK A Powerhouse In 2023, Ravi Shastri Brilliantly Explains

MS Dhoni's Chennai Super Kings are sitting pretty in the IPL 2023 points table at the second spot with 13 points in 11 games. While they have lost two out of their last four games while one was washed out, Dhoni's team are still a notch above the rest with most teams on 10 points having played the same number or one less game than CSK. The buzz has been going around that this might be the 41-year-old Dhoni's last IPL, though he is yet to officially confirm the same.

Updated IPL 2023 Points Table, Orange Cap, Purple Cap List After MI vs RCB Match: Mumbai Indians Climb To 3rd Spot

Suryakumar Yadav game ample reasons for why he is the No. 1 T20I batter in the world as the Mumbai Indians star enthralled the spectators with some fabulous stroke-play before guiding his team to a six-wicket win over Royal Challengers Bangalore. Chasing 200, MI rode on Suryakumar Yadav's 35-ball 83, ably supported by young Nehal Wadhera's unbeaten 34-ball 52, to chase down the target in 16.3 overs. With the win MI climbed to the third spot in the table with 12 points in 11 games. RCB have down to the seventh spot.

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"'Chacha Chowdhary' MS Dhoni Closes Door..": Irfan Pathan On Secret Behind CSK's Home Dominance

Asked To Describe MS Dhoni In One Word, DC Players Give Epic Answers

IPL 2023 Playoffs Qualification Scenario: Can Delhi Capitals Still Make It To Top 4?

"Australia 450/2, India 65 All Out": Delhi Capitals Star's Prediction For 2023 World Cup Final

Delhi Capitals Predicted XI vs Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2023: Will Management Tinker With Winning Combination?

Mumbai Indians Smash Two All-Time IPL Records With Chase Of 200 Runs Against RCB

How MS Dhoni Made CSK A Powerhouse In 2023, Ravi Shastri Brilliantly Explains

Updated IPL 2023 Points Table, Orange Cap, Purple Cap List After MI vs RCB Match: Mumbai Indians Climb To 3rd Spot