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• 04/20/2024
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MS Dhoni has captivated fans with his extraordinary performances in the 2024 Indian Premier League (IPL) season. Known for his exceptional batting and wicketkeeping skills, Dhoni’s presence on the field has thrilled spectators across the globe.

Dhoni’s Notable Performances

In IPL 2024, Dhoni’s batting form has been exceptional, scoring at an impressive strike rate of 255.88. Despite his outstanding performances, Dhoni has been batting lower in the order for the Chennai Super Kings (CSK), leaving many wondering why he isn’t batting higher up the order.

Dhoni showcased his prowess with an unbeaten 37 off 16 balls in the match against the Delhi Capitals in Visakhapatnam. Similarly, at the iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, Dhoni delighted fans by smashing three consecutive sixes off Hardik Pandya, contributing to his 20* runs from just four deliveries.

In CSK’s match against the Lucknow Super Giants, Dhoni delivered another powerful performance, scoring 28 runs off just nine balls, including three fours and two sixes.

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Coach Stephen Fleming’s Explanation

CSK head coach Stephen Fleming provided insights into Dhoni’s batting position during the current IPL season. Fleming acknowledged Dhoni’s inspirational form and high skill level, even in the nets during the pre-season.

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“His batting this season has been very crisp, and the team is not surprised to see what he is doing,” Fleming said. “His skill level during the pre-season was very high. However, he had a problem with his knee in other years, and he is still recovering, which limits the number of balls he can face.”

Fleming emphasised Dhoni’s knee injury necessitates managing his playing time, even though fans and the team would like to see him bat longer. He also highlighted that Dhoni’s late cameo performances are crucial in CSK’s strategy, especially in providing the team with the necessary finishing power.

“That 2-3 over cameo, he is owning that space,” Fleming noted. “It’s up to the rest of the batting unit to put us in a good position so that he can push us over the top. He’s been doing that consistently, which is great to watch. What an amazing atmosphere when he comes out and entertains. We are incredibly proud of what he has achieved and marvel at the amount of love he receives.”

While CSK may have suffered their third defeat of the season in their recent match against Lucknow Super Giants, the team retains its third position on the points table. The next meeting between the two teams will occur on April 23, with CSK hosting the match in Chennai.