Qualifier1

Match

IPL No : #881

Sun, 10 October 2021, Starts from 19:30

Delhi Capitals - 5/172 (20 ov)

Chennai Super Kings - 6/173 (19.4 ov)

DUBAI

Chennai won by 4 wickets

Delhi Capitals innigs
5/172 (20 ov)
BatsmenRBM4s6sSRSeasonR4s6sAll timeR4s6s
PP Shaw
c du Plessis b Jadeja
60493473176.47 In 20214615417 Career128715344
S Dhawan
c †Dhoni b Hazlewood
717710100.00 In 20215516214 Career5748653122
SS Iyer
c Gaikwad b Hazlewood
11280012.50 In 202114564 Career234519587
AR Patel
c sub (MJ Santner) b Ali
1016111090.90 In 20213621 Career9495544
RR Pant
not out
51553532145.71 In 20214134110 Career2492224113
SO Hetmyer
c Jadeja b Bravo
37442431154.16 In 20212251910 Career164013078
TK Curran
not out
071000.00 In 20212120 Career4454411
Extras
6 (6w)
000000.00
Total
5/172 (20 overs, 8.6rpo)
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BowlerOMRWECO0s4s6sSeasonW0sBestAll timeW0sBest
DL Chahar302609540 In 2021131224/13 Career58574
JR Hazlewood4029271341 In 20219773/16 Career36159
SN Thakur3036012513 In 2021181263/19 Career64467
RA Jadeja302318430 In 202111955/16 Career125588
MM Ali402717501 In 20216503/7 Career19148
DJ Bravo3031110431 In 202113645/23 Career371971
Chennai Super Kings innigs
6/173 (19.4 ov)
BatsmenRBM4s6sSRSeasonR4s6sAll timeR4s6s
RD Gaikwad
c Patel b Avesh Khan
70935052140.00 In 20216036122 Career8077728
F du Plessis
b Nortje
1420050.00 In 20215475320 Career3319292109
RV Uthappa
c Iyer b Curran
63624472143.18 In 20218482 Career4691462165
SN Thakur
c Iyer b Curran
051000.00 In 2021500 Career5351
AT Rayudu
run out (Iyer/Rabada)
1530033.33 In 20212571617 Career3916324149
MM Ali
c Rabada b Curran
16271220133.33 In 20213202916 Career6755242
MS Dhoni
not out
1811631300.00 In 2021114123 Career4746325219
RA Jadeja
not out
050000.00 In 2021227199 Career238617685
Extras
4 (6w)
000000.00
Total
6/173 (19.4 overs, 8.79rpo)
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BowlerOMRWECO0s4s6sSeasonW0sBestAll timeW0sBest
A Nortje403118740 In 202110743/33 Career32234
Avesh Khan4047112853 In 2021231473/13 Career28217
K Rabada302308511 In 2021131224/21 Career74443
AR Patel302308721 In 202115914/21 Career95616
TK Curran302938630 In 20214194/22 Career55265
R Ashwin2019010020 In 20215884/34 Career157586

Match Recap: Chennai Super Kings vs Delhi Capitals - Qualifier 1, IPL 2021

On Sunday, October 10, 2021, the electrifying atmosphere of Dubai witnessed a spectacular clash in the IPL 2021 Qualifier 1 as the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) faced off against the Delhi Capitals (DC). In a thrilling encounter, CSK emerged victorious, chasing down a target of 173 runs with just two balls to spare, clinching the match by 4 wickets.

Delhi Capitals Innings:

Batting first after winning the toss, Delhi Capitals posted a competitive score of 172 runs for the loss of 5 wickets in their allotted 20 overs. Prithvi Shaw was the standout performer for DC, dazzling the crowd with a blistering 60 runs off just 49 balls, striking 7 fours and 3 sixes, showcasing a strike rate of 176.47.

Despite Shaw's exceptional knock, the Capitals faced considerable challenges as the other batters struggled to find their rhythm. Shikhar Dhawan managed only 7 runs, while Shreyas Iyer added a mere 1 run to the tally. Rishabh Pant played a commendable innings of 51 runs off 55 balls, while Shimron Hetmyer contributed a valuable 37 runs in 44 balls, helping DC set a challenging total.

The CSK bowlers applied pressure throughout the innings, with Josh Hazlewood being the pick of the bowlers, claiming 2 wickets for 29 runs in his 4 overs. The veteran all-rounder Dwayne Bravo and Ravindra Jadeja also contributed with key wickets, maintaining the squeeze on the batting side.

Chennai Super Kings Innings:

Chennai’s response was characterized by calculated batting and a well-paced chase. Ruturaj Gaikwad anchored the innings with a steadfast 70 runs off 93 balls, which included 5 boundaries and 2 sixes, showcasing his prowess under pressure for CSK. Alongside him, Robin Uthappa provided valuable support, scoring 63 runs off 62 balls, instigating an excellent partnership that laid the foundation for a successful chase.

However, the game was not without drama as the CSK batsmen faced difficulties with Delhi’s bowlers. Faf du Plessis and Shardul Thakur were dismissed for just a single run each. But MS Dhoni, coming in late, ensured the team crossed the finish line with an unbeaten 18 off just 11 deliveries, sealing the deal for Chennai.

The team reached 173 runs, securing the match with just 2 balls to spare, leading to a jubilant celebration on the field. Avesh Khan and Tom Curran each took one wicket but couldn’t contain the batting onslaught from CSK.

This thrilling encounter saw Chennai Super Kings march into the IPL 2021 final, while Delhi Capitals will have one more opportunity to fight for a spot in the final in the upcoming Eliminator.

Summary:

  • Match Result: Chennai Super Kings won by 4 wickets.
  • Top Performer (DC): Prithvi Shaw - 60 runs (49 balls).
  • Top Performer (CSK): Ruturaj Gaikwad - 70 runs (93 balls).
  • Bowler (DC) of Note: Josh Hazlewood - 2/29 in 4 overs.
  • Next up: DC will seek redemption in the Eliminator, whereas CSK proceeds to the final, hungry for another IPL trophy.

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