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Sameer Rizvi’s dream debut for Chennai Super Kings (CSK) was a highlight in their convincing 63-run victory over Gujarat Titans (GT) in the IPL 2024 on Tuesday. The big-hitting batter, acquired by CSK for a hefty Rs 8.40 crore last year, announced his arrival in style.
Sameer Rizvi smashes Rashid Khan for two sixes in an over
Coming into bat at No. 6 after Shivam Dube‘s dismissal, Rizvi faced T20 specialist Rashid Khan for the very first ball of his IPL career. In a moment that will be etched in his memory, Rizvi dispatched the ace spinner for a massive six over deep backward square leg.
Living up to his reputation as a six-hitting specialist, Rizvi wasn’t done there. He followed his first six with a double and another dot ball before launching another six off Rashid’s bowling. Rizvi displayed nerves of steel, stepping out and slogging the last ball of the 19th over – a slightly fuller delivery outside off – for a towering six over long-off. The power on the shot ensured it cleared the boundary with ease.
Rizvi’s family, watching the match back home in Meerut, erupted in joy witnessing their son’s dream debut unfold on the big stage.
“Pehli ball pe chakka keh ke gaya tha’ (He said he will hit a six on the first ball),” stated one of the family members.
Even CSK captain MS Dhoni couldn’t hide his elation, sporting a wide smile after Rizvi’s audacious six-hitting against Rashid.
Here’s the video:
The reaction from Sameer Rizvi's family when he smashed 2 sixes in his debut IPL innings. ❤️
– Video of the day…!!! #SameerRizvi #CSKvsGT #CSK #WhistlePodu #MSDhoni #IPL2024 #IPL pic.twitter.com/F8l0SsWTwK
— Memes War (@memes_war_mw) March 27, 2024
Also WATCH: CSK youngster Sameer Rizvi makes heartfelt gesture towards ‘forever legend’ Virat Kohli
Dominant victory for CSK
While Rizvi’s cameo was a memorable moment, the real heroes for CSK were openers Rachin Ravindra (46 off 20) and Ruturaj Gaikwad (46 off 36) who provided a solid foundation with their respective knocks. The in-form Dube continued his rampage with a blistering 52 off just 23 balls, propelling CSK to a daunting total of 206/6.
In reply, the CSK bowling attack complemented the batting brilliance. Deepak Chahar rattled the Gujarat top order with quick dismissals of Shubman Gill and Wriddhiman Saha.
Dhoni, known for his exceptional wicketkeeping skills, joined the party by taking a blinder to dismissVijay Shankar off Daryl Mitchell‘s bowling. Mustafizur Rahman and Tushar Deshpande then efficiently restricted the GT batters from scoring runs, picking up two wickets each. The Titans could only manage 143/8 in their 20 overs, handing CSK a dominant victory.
