Former Indian batting coach Sanjay Bangar highlighted the significance of Chennai Super Kings’ (CSK) hard-fought win against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) during a discussion on JioHotstar. He underlined how this victory, secured by a crucial five-wicket win, was more than just an isolated match win—it was essential in reviving the team’s morale after a challenging phase that included a series of losses. The win came at a time when the team’s overall confidence needed a boost to counterbalance the difficulties faced during the middle overs of the game.
Bangar specifically credited the influential presence of MS Dhoni, whose leadership during the chase was described as a masterclass in high-pressure situations. Dhoni’s strategic insight and calm execution under pressure not only led the team to a successful chase but also ended a downturn in form, re-establishing CSK’s reputation as a formidable side.
“Not exactly a smooth win because Chennai batters struggled in the middle phase of the innings. But when a team is not winning games, to get back into that winning rhythm, you require such scratchy wins. These are two points of immense value for Chennai Super Kings, and those players will realise what it means to them. Once you lose five games, the kind of energy that gets built up into the entire team it’s not an easy place to be, but the fact that MS Dhoni still steered that successful chase was critical. In his absence, it could have gone wrong for Chennai Super Kings again. Hopefully, this scratchy win reignites their campaign in a big way.” Jio expert Sanjay Bangar stated while speaking on Match Centre Live on JioHotstar.
Alongside Dhoni’s contributions, Shivam Dube’s performance was noted for its calm yet aggressive nature. His composed, yet belligerent displays, delivered at crucial junctures of the game, played a key role in effectively ending CSK’s previous five-match winless run. Together, the blend of Dhoni’s experienced guidance and Dube’s dynamic batting helped CSK stamp their authority in the tournament, setting a positive tone as the season advances.
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