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‘When Bravo gets hit, I’m thinking ‘should I give him gloves and start bowling’

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MS Dhoni has scored 132 runs in eight games for Chennai Super Kings this season. The 41-year-old is nearing the end of his playing career but shows no signs of slowing down. Chennai are languishing ninth in the points table, but former skipper Dhoni’s form has brought a smile on fans’ faces.

Mahendra Singh Dhoni was at his hilarious best during an interaction with teammates Dwayne Bravo and Ruturaj Gaikwad. The trio were reacting to their on-field photographs, with Bravo being on Dhoni’s radar. “More often than not I tell him to bowl whatever you want, but don’t bowl this variation,” said Dhoni.

Gaikwad’s photo with skipper Jadeja was mocked by Bravo, who joined in the fun. “Rutu is head over heels in love,” the all-rounder explained.

“I am telling Bravo that he can only bowl one wide per over, you can’t keep bowling 3-4 wides per over,” Dhoni said in response to another image.

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MS Dhoni failed to replicate his pyrotechnics from the final four balls of the innings against Mumbai. Chennai have lost six out of their last eight matches in the IPL.

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Mumbai defeats Vidarbha by 169 runs to win the 42nd Ranji Trophy, capping an eight-year reign.

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Mumbai defeats Vidarbha by 169 runs to win the 42nd Ranji Trophy, capping an eight-year reign.

Mumbai overcame Vidarbha by 169 runs in the Wankhede Stadium final on Thursday to end an eight-year drought for a record-tying 42nd Ranji Trophy victory. Vidarbha put up a valiant fight in the second inning to chase a massive 538 runs, but on Day 5, they were eventually bowled out for 368.

Vidarbha put up a valiant battle on Day 5 of the final, with captain Akshay Wadkar and Harsh Dubey leading the team’s struggle against Ajinkya Rahane’s troops. Vidarbha scored 81 runs in the opening session without losing a wicket thanks to the two’s resolute stance at the crease, which frustrated the home team.

Mumbai defeated Vidarbha by a commanding 169 runs in the Ranji Trophy final, putting on an outstanding display.

Following lunch, Wadkar gave Vidarbha’s innings a boost with a magnificent century, showcasing his batting prowess. But when it was time to step it up, Tanush Kotian got his wicket by lbw-ing Wadkar.

Following the captain’s exit, Vidarbha’s batting lineup came under increasing pressure. Even Dubey, who showed fortitude by hitting a steely 65 off 128 deliveries, gave in to the pressure of the scoreboard.

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Mumbai’s bowlers strengthened their hold on the game as the innings went on. Vidarbha’s bottom order offered little resistance as Mumbai quickly completed the innings in just the next 25 deliveries.

Ajinkya Rahane gave the ball to Dhawal Kulkarni in a crucial moment following the loss of the ninth wicket in his final domestic encounter. With just his third ball of the spell, Kulkarni quickly secured the vital wicket of Umesh Yadav, securing Mumbai’s 42nd championship.

Mumbai won their first Ranji Trophy since 2016. The domestic powerhouses increased their lead over other teams in the standings for the most trophies won in the first-class competition. With Karnataka coming in a distant second, no other team has won the Ranji Trophy more times than this one.

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