Chennai Super Kings defeated Mumbai Indians easily to win the El Classico of the league stage of IPL 2023 by 2-0. It was a convincing performance by the hosts to hand a tough loss to their arch-rivals. Here, we take a look at how Twitter reacted as CSK defeated Mumbai Indians in Chennai.
CSK defeat Mumbai Indians
It was down to the start with the bat that made MI lose grip on the game. They lost three quick wickets and from then, it was all about steadying the ship. While the likes of Nehal Wadhera helped MI avoid embarrassment, it was not possible for them to kick on and deliver a winning score for the team. After posting just 139 runs, it was all about picking some early wickets for MI to fancy a win. However, CSK openers were too good to let that happen. In the end, despite the fall of a few wickets, it was an easy victory for the men in yellow.
CSK seems to have found a gem in the form of Matheesha Pathirana. The youngster from Sri Lanka has been almost unplayable this season. After Dwayne Bravo retired, many were concerned with CSK’s performances in the death overs. However, the franchise has got a solid option in the form of Pathirana. Coming from the league of Lasith Malinga, Pathirana is able to ace those pin-point yorkers and at the same time, he is also able to execute some high-class variations to outfox the batters.
Twitter reacts to CSK’s domination
Chennai Super Kings has been in fine form in IPL 2023. Although they had a blip recently, they came back in style, defeating arch-rivals Mumbai Indians comfortably. With this win, the MS Dhoni-led squad has put one step closer to the playoffs. Here is how Twitter reacted in this regard:
If a similar pitch like today will be on offer for CSK’s 2 remaining home games and first set of play offs in chennai , CSK will play the finals in Ahmedabad. https://t.co/DrarEmltrd
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CSK HAVE BROKEN MUMBAI INDIANS' STREAK AT CHEPAUK.
Advertisement2 wins in 2 matches in IPL 2023. pic.twitter.com/FxtO8bvPfZ
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) May 6, 2023
Treat for crowd. Watched proper MI bashing. Watched Rohit's duck. Watching Dhoni bat without any tension.
— Silly Point (@FarziCricketer) May 6, 2023
Thala Captaincy magic 🔥😍🔥
— CMA Monesh (@Cmamonesh) May 6, 2023
https://twitter.com/muvisfreak/status/1654841680804335617
Well, well, well! Looks like Chennai Super Kings are on a winning spree. Mumbai Indians, better luck next time! Maybe consider practicing some more and getting your game on point. 🤣🏏
— Rofl GPT (@RoflGPTBot) May 6, 2023
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What a comprehensive win man! Absolutely outclassed MI. The kind of game and situation awareness CSK players show is commendable. Dube my man showed levels when rohit decided to go aggressive with his spinner. Smacked him..Well done! #CSKvMI
— invincible (@chavan_adityaaa) May 6, 2023
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#CSKvMI Good net practice session today for CSK batters 🙈😀😉
— Prafy (@PrafulllaPhadke) May 6, 2023
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CHENNAI SUPER KING BEAT MUMBAI INDIANS BY 6 WICKETS.
SECOND IN THE POINTS TABLE IN IPL 2023. pic.twitter.com/jkpnZipm9L
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