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Cricket PlayersIPL 2022, CSK vs KKR Highlights: Dhoni's valiant fifty in vain as Kolkata register comfortable six-wicket win
IPL 2022 Highlights, CSK vs KKR: The 15th edition of the Indian Premier League began with Kolkata Knight Riders defeating Chennai Super Kings by six wickets at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai.
IPL 2022 Highlights, CSK vs KKR: Kolkata Knight Riders defeated Chennai Super Kings by six wickets in the blockbuster season opener of the Indian Premier League (IPL). Chasing 132 for the win, Ajinkya Rahane hit a brilliant 44 before skipper Shreyas Iyer scored an unbeaten 20 to steer them past the finish line. Earlier, Umesh Yadav plucked two early wickets before Varun Chakaravarthy and Andre Russell entered the wicket-takers column, leaving CSK tottering at 61/5. But Ravindra Jadeja (26*) and MS Dhoni (50*) did a brilliant job to resurrect Chennai's innings after early blows. The pair put up 70 to help Chennai post 131/5 in 20 overs. On the bowling front, Umesh picked up two while Russell and Chakaravarthy registered one wicket each. Chennai, one of the most consistent sides since the tournament's inception in 2008, had defeated Kolkata to lift their fourth IPL title last year.
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For Kolkata, Shreyas Iyer's form and leadership skills will matter the most. The talented batter was snapped up by KKR for ₹12.25 crore and was subsequently made the skipper. The franchise is set to begin quest for a third IPL title.
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CSK vs KKR IPL 2022 Live: Devon Conway set to make debut
New Zealand batter Devon Conway is likely to make his IPL debut. He will open alongside Ruturaj Gaikwad, who was among the top performers for Chennai last year. The Maharashtra youngster was the youngest player in IPL history to win Orange Cap.
CSK vs KKR IPL 2022 Live Updates: No Moeen Ali, Deepak Chahar
Moeen Ali is set to miss the opener due to visa issues. He scored 357 runs from 15 innings for CSK in the IPL last year, and also plucked six wickets from 15 games with his off-spin.
Deepak Chahar is also unavailable for the first half due to a right quadriceps injury he sustained during India's recent T20I assignment against West Indies.
IPL 2022 Chennai vs Kolkata Live: KKR's poor record at Wankhede
Since 2019, CSK and KKR have met seven times in the IPL. KKR have emerged victorious only once out of seven games. They also have a poor record at the Wankhede. In 11 games so far at the venue, KKR have managed to notch up just one win.
Furthermore, they have been on a losing streak of eights matches at the iconic ground.
IPL 2022 CSK vs KKR Live: Head-to-head record
Both sides have faced each other 25 times to date. CSK have a big advantage over KKR, having won 17 matches.
IPL 2022 CSK vs KKR Live Updates: Game on!
Chennai Super Kings vs Kolkata Knight Riders Live Updates
“Like Mahi bhai has already set a big legacy and we need to carry it forward, so hopefully I will. And I don't need to worry too much because he's here and whatever question I need to ask, I'll definitely go to him," said Jadeja on the new role.
IPL 2022 CSK vs KKR Live: Jadeja ready to ‘fill in the big boots’
Dhoni's announcement took many fans by surprise and it will be an odd sight to see Jadeja walking out for the toss. But the all-rounder is confident to “fill in the big boots.”
CSK vs KKR IPL 2022 Live: Chennai's illustrious journey
Chennai have had an illustrious spell since the league's inception in 2008. Their IPL record has four titles (2010, 2011, 2018, 2021) and five runners-up finishes (2008, 2012, 2013, 2015, 2019), making them one of the most consistent sides of the T20 league.
CSK vs KKR IPL 2022 Live Updates: All eyes on Ravindra Jadeja
One of the most consistent sides since the tournament's inception in 2008, defeated Kolkata to lift their fourth IPL title last year. Ravindra Jadeja will have a key role to play this year after his elevation to the leadership role. MS Dhoni on Thursday passed over the CSK baton to the all-rounder in a surprise announcement.
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Hello and welcome to the live coverage of the blockbuster season-opener between defending champions Chennai Super Kings and Kolkata Knight Riders at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai!
