IPL 2024: Spectacular opening ceremony kicks off new season in style
The 2024 Indian Premier League season got under way with a spectacular curtain-raiser at Chennai's MA Chidambaram Stadium on Friday.
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Watch: Stunned Virat Kohli Departs After "Truly Epic" Catch By CSK's Rachin Ravindra And Ajinkya Rahane
Chennai Super Kings came out all guns blazing against Royal Challengers Bangalore in the IPL 2024 opener on Friday. Left-arm pacer Mustafizur Rahman breathed fire as he broke the back of CSK with four wickets in his first two overs. He scalped Faf du Plessis, Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar and Cameron Green. This is CSK's first match under new skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad and his team gave their all with bowling as well as fielding. It was evident as Virat Kohli was caught by brilliant teamwork from Rachin Ravindra and Ajinkya Rahane.
Orry Joins IPL 2024 Commentary Panel For CSK vs RCB Game, Internet Goes On Overdrive
Social media sensation Orry joined the IPL 2024 'expert' panel for the opener between Chennai Super Kings and Royal Challengers Bangalore. Orry is a very popular figure on social media but he has never been seen commenting on cricket. His presence on the commentary panel surprised all. Orry's presence alongside the likes of Virender Sehwag and Suresh Raina drew varied reactions. His inclusion is being seen as an attempt to grab eyeballs.
'Don't Want To Fill Anybody's Shoes': Ruturaj Gaikwad Sets Record Straight On Replacing MS Dhoni As CSK Captain
It' a new IPL and Chennai Super Kings have fresh captain in Ruturaj Gaikwad. On Thursday, Chennai Super Kings sprang a surprise by replacing MS Dhoni with Ruturaj Gaikwad as skipper. Under MS Dhoni, CSK won the IPL 2023. But he had given enough indication that he would be playing in more of a mentorship role in IPL 2024. Ruturaj Gaikwad said that MS Dhoni hinted him in 2023 that he would lead CSK. He also made it clear that he wants to lead CSK in his own style.
"Wants To Nurture Ruturaj Gaikwad": Ex-India Star's Massive Take On MS Dhoni's Exit
Former India cricketer CD Gopinath on Thursday backed MS Dhoni's decision to step down as Chennai Super Kings skipper and hand over the reins to Ruturaj Gaikwad ahead of the Indian Premier League. The 94-year-old Gopinath, who began his Test career with knocks of 50 not out and 42 against England in 1951, said it is a wise move to relinquish captaincy and nurture a younger star to take the team forward. "MS Dhoni is a balanced guy and a very good leader of men. It must have been his decision to promote Ruturaj (Gaikwad) as captain because he knows that he is not going to last as the captain forever. "He wants to nurture Ruturaj and wants him to take CSK to greater heights," Gopinath told PTI Video.
IPL 2024 Opening Ceremony: Performances, Live Streaming, Time, All You Need To Know
The stage is set for the opening ceremony of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, ahead of the first game of the tournament between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on Friday. Every year the IPL gets going to a glittering ceremony and this year is no different. The line-up this year features Bollywood actors Akshay Kumar, Tiger Shroff, singer Sonu Nigam along with musical maestro AR Rahman. The opening ceremony will be held at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, ahead of the IPL 2024 opener between defending champions CSK and RCB.
CSK vs RCB Live Score, IPL 2024: With Ruturaj Gaikwad Replacing MS Dhoni As Captain, CSK Eye Strong Start Against RCB
IPL 2024, CSK vs RCB Live: Defending champions Chennai Super Kings take on Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the opening game of Indian Super League 2024 at MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai on Friday. Getting led by a new captain Ruturaj Gaikwad, who replaced MS Dhoni in the role, CSK would be eager to start their campaign with a win.
CSK "20% Worse" After MS Dhoni Stepping Down: Ashes Winning Captain Massive Claim Ahead Of IPL 2024
Former England captain Michael Vaughan has made a bold claim on social media after MS Dhoni stepped down as Chennai Super Kings captain. The franchise on Thursday took to social media to make the announcement that Ruturaj Gaikwad replaces Dhoni in the role. The decision marks the end of Dhoni's illustrious reign as CSK skipper, during which he led the side to five IPL titles. Dhoni captained CSK in all the 14 editions the side played till IPL 2023.