CSK vs DC Review – Chennai move closer to playoffs with another win
Chennai Super Kings defeated Delhi Capitals by 27 runs at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Wednesday, May 10. After a subpar performance with the bat, the four-time champions made a resilient comeback during the run chase. The batting attack of Delhi failed to chase the target of 168 runs and faced their seventh defeat of the season.
Coming in to bat first after winning the toss, Chennai Super Kings put in a subpar performance in the first innings. Shivam Dube was the highest run-getter for the four-time champions, with 25 runs to his name. Furthermore, through quality contributions by Ajinkya Rahane, Ambati Rayudu, Ravindra Jadeja, and MS Dhoni, Chennai posted 167 runs on the board.
Mitchell Marsh was excellent with the ball in the first innings, taking three wickets and conceding 18 runs in three overs. Axar Patel took two wickets in the four overs he bowled, with Khaleel Ahmed, Lalit Yadav, and Kuldeep Yadav taking one wicket each. Coming in to chase the target, Delhi Capitals got off to the worst of starts as skipper David Warner was dismissed for a duck.
Furthermore, Phil Salt and Mitchell Marsh failed to make an impact as they collectively amassed 22 runs. Manish Pandey and Rilee Rossouw played resilient knocks, scoring 27 and 35 runs, respectively. However, the batting attack crumbled under the relentless attack of Chennai’s bowling lineup. Deepak Chahar and Matheesha Pathirana took two wickets each, with Ravindra Jadeja striking once as well. As a result, Delhi closed their innings at 140/8.
Best performers from the match
Mitchell Marsh: Australian all-rounder Mitchell Marsh was sensational for Delhi Capitals in the first innings. His spell with the ball was crucial in limiting the four-time champions to a respectable total. Marsh bowled three overs, taking three wickets and conceding just 18 runs.
Shivam Dube: Indian batter Shivam Dube was the highest run-getter for Chennai in the first innings. Amassing 25 runs in just 12 deliveries, Dube took the attack back to Delhi and shifted the momentum in Chennai’s favor.
Matheesha Pathirana: The seamer yet again proved to be one of the key players for the side. Coming in to bowl as an Impact Player in the second innings, Pathirana picked up three brilliant wickets, kept up with his top form, and led CSK to a win.
What’s next for both teams?
Delhi Capitals take on Punjab Kings on Saturday, May 13, whereas Chennai Super Kings face off against Kolkata Knight Riders on Sunday, May 14.
