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MS Dhoni, Hardik Pandya Chase 'Historic Records' As GT Face CSK In IPL 2023 Final

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 will crown a winner on Sunday, with the defending champions Gujarat Titans set to square off against Chennai Super Kings in the final. The match offers an iconic clash between two charismatic leaders in MS Dhoni and Hardik Pandya. While Dhoni is a legend of the game, Hardik has impressed the who's who of the cricketing fraternity with his leadership skills. In the final, both Hardik and Dhoni will be chasing history but only one of them will be able to achieve it.

"He Will Perform As Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma And MS Dhoni Have": Ex-India Star Praises Shubman Gill

Gujarat Titans have qualified for the 2023 IPL final after beating the Mumbai Indians in Qualifier 2 by 62 runs at the Narendra Modi stadium in Mumbai. The Titans put in a stunning performance with the bat, scoring 233 runs in the first innings. Shubman Gill had a spectacular 129-run knock (60b, 7x4, 10x6) that opened the floodgates for GT. Mumbai tried hard with several batters getting a good start but were eventually bowled out with 10 deliveries remaining, scoring 171 runs. Suryakumar Yadav top-scored with 61 runs (38b, 7x4, 2x6). A rematch against the Chennai Super Kings beckons, as CSK beat Gujarat in Qualifier 1 on Tuesday to solidify their spot in the final.

"Shubman Gill Will Swallow Trio Of MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma": Ex-India Pacer

Unarguably the finest batter of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 season, Shubman Gill has been ruling the roost for Gujarat Titans. Having already notched up 851 runs this season, Gill will arguably pose the biggest threat to Chennai Super Kings as MS Dhoni's men look to claim the title for the 5th time. Gill has already decimated the teams of Virat Kohli (RCB) and Rohit Sharma (MI), scoring centuries against both. Former India cricketer Atul Wassan feels MS Dhoni (CSK) is next.

Watch: Cameron Green Keeps On Fighting For MI Despite Having Injury

Gujarat Titans once again showed their dominance in the game as they thrashed Mumbai Indians in Qualifier 2 of IPL 2023 on Friday and entered the summit clash of the tournament. The defending champions hammered the Rohit Sharma-led side by 62 runs in a high-scoring match, courtesy of the blistering 129-run knock from Shubman Gill. However, one moment in the match which won many hearts was the sportsmanship and the fighting spirit of MI batter Cameron Green, who kept on batting despite getting injured.

Watch: Shubman Gill's Glorious Slap Pull Mystifies Commentator. Don't Miss Rohit Sharma's Reaction

Shubman Gill played a knock for the ages as Gujarat Titans hammered Mumbai Indians by 62 runs to reach the final of the Indian Premier League for the second time in as many seasons. Gill led GT's charge with a 60-ball 129, smashing seven fours and 10 sixes to take his team to a mammoth total of 233/3 in IPL 2023 Qualifier 2. Courtesy of his knock, the 23-year-old became the leading batsman this season with 851 runs, surpassing Royal Challengers Bangalore skipper Faf du Plessis (730), before he reached his IPL best and the top score of this season.

Watch: Axar Patel Falls Hilariously On Ground During Team India's 'Fun Drill' Ahead Of WTC Final

The Indian cricket team, excluding the players who are currently a part of the ongoing Indian Premier League season, has started training ahead of the World Test Championship final that is set to take place at the Oval in England. The match against Australia will kick off on June 7 and the Indian players are making sure they leave no stone unturned in their attempt for a maiden title. The BCCI on Friday uploaded a video on social media in which the likes of Axar Patel, Shardul Thakur and Umesh Yadav could be seen doing a 'fun drill' and the end was just hilariously perfect.

"Went To Washroom And...": Shubman Gill's Reaction On Winning Orange Cap

Shubman Gill showed his mettle on Friday as the young batter played a blistering knock of 129 off 60 balls and helped Gujarat Titans defeat Mumbai Indians in Qualifier 2 of IPL 2023. It was Gill's third century of the season as he completed 851 runs. With this score, he has surpassed Royal Challengers Bangalore skipper Faf du Plessis's total of 730 runs and became the highest run-scorer of the edition, so far. On being asked about winning the Orange Cap, the GT batter stated that he had no idea that he will be wearing it.

"Will Have To Deliver...": Ex-BCCI Chief Selector's Firm Message For Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Seniors In World Test Championship Final

Former chairman of the national selection committee MSK Prasad said that it would be important for senior batters to score well if Team India is to win the final of the ICC World Test Championship against Australia, which will be played at The Oval from June 7 onwards. He also said that excessive pressure should not be placed on the shoulders of young rising batter Shubman Gill despite him being in the "form of his life."

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MS Dhoni, Hardik Pandya Chase 'Historic Records' As GT Face CSK In IPL 2023 Final

"He Will Perform As Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma And MS Dhoni Have": Ex-India Star Praises Shubman Gill

"Shubman Gill Will Swallow Trio Of MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma": Ex-India Pacer

Watch: Cameron Green Keeps On Fighting For MI Despite Having Injury

Watch: Shubman Gill's Glorious Slap Pull Mystifies Commentator. Don't Miss Rohit Sharma's Reaction

Watch: Axar Patel Falls Hilariously On Ground During Team India's 'Fun Drill' Ahead Of WTC Final

"Went To Washroom And...": Shubman Gill's Reaction On Winning Orange Cap

"Will Have To Deliver...": Ex-BCCI Chief Selector's Firm Message For Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Seniors In World Test Championship Final