In a captivating showdown on Sunday night at the Wankhede Stadium, the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) emerged triumphant over the Mumbai Indians (MI) by 20 runs. Despite an outstanding century by MI opener Rohit Sharma, his valiant efforts were not enough to secure victory for the hosts.
Chasing a formidable target of 207, Rohit Sharma showcased a brilliant display of batting prowess, scoring an unbeaten 105 off 63 balls. However, MI faltered in their pursuit, managing only 186 for six as CSK’s Sri Lankan pacer Matheesha Pathirana delivered a stellar performance, claiming four wickets for 28 runs.
Shivam Dube and CSK skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad set the stage for victory with stroke-filled half-centuries, propelling the five-time champions to a commanding total of 206/4. Despite Rohit’s heroic effort, MI lacked a solid partnership to support their captain’s innings, ultimately falling short of the target.
This thrilling encounter showcased the competitive spirit of both teams, with CSK emerging as the victors in a high-scoring and closely contested match at the iconic Wankhede Stadium.