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[Saba Sports News] The IPL 2024 opener kicked off with a spectacular victory for Chennai Super Kings (CSK) against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at the iconic MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on March 22nd. In a viral video, newly-appointed CSK captain Ruturaj Gaikwad was seen utilizing an age-old method, checking wind direction with soil on the boundary covers.
This gesture resonated with many fans, reminiscent of the legendary MS Dhoni, who was known for employing this technique during his illustrious career as both India’s captain and leader of CSK.
Gaikwad’s adoption of Dhoni’s methods symbolizes his eagerness to inherit the former captain’s successful strategies. Dhoni’s meticulous attention to detail, including assessing wind patterns using soil, was a hallmark of his leadership style.
The match itself showcased an outstanding bowling performance by Mustafizur Rahman, who claimed four crucial wickets to restrict RCB to 173/6. Rahman’s stellar display earned him the Player of the Match award. In the chase, Ravindra Jadeja played a pivotal role, contributing an unbeaten 25 runs. Alongside him, Shivam Dube’s unbeaten 34 helped CSK secure victory.
With this win, the defending champions marked a triumphant start to their campaign and are set to face Gujarat Titans in their next fixture.