Chennai Super Kings edge out Royal Challengers Bangalore in IPL thriller

Chennai Superkings edged out Royal Challengers Bangalore by five wickets in a thrilling IPL 2018 encounter in Bangalore on Wednesday. (BCCI)

Updated on: Apr 26, 2018 9:18 AM IST

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Chennai Superkings edged out Royal Challengers Bangalore by five wickets in a thrilling IPL 2018 encounter in Bangalore on Wednesday. (BCCI)

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It was billed as a contest between Indian cricket team stalwarts MS Dhoni (L) and Virat Kohli. (BCCI)

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Batting first, RCB rode on AB de Villiers’ 68 off 30 to inch towards a big total. (BCCI)

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De Villiers was ably supported by Quinton de Kock, who scored 53 from 37. (BCCI)

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Three CSK bowlers picked two wickets each, but were unable to prevent RCB from getting past 200. (BCCI)

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In response, CSK were struggling at 74/4 in nine overs and it looked like a lost cause. (BCCI)

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However, Ambati Rayudu hit 82 from 53 balls to take the side closer to a win. (BCCI)

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Skipper MS Dhoni finished things off with a crucial 70 off 34 to ensure a CSK win. (BCCI)