• LSG edged past CSK in a nail-biting match at IPL 2024.

  • Marcus Stoinis smashed his first IPL century helping LSG to breach the fortress Chepauk.

IPL 2024: LSG comes up with an amusing post after breaching MS Dhoni’s fortress Chepauk
MS finishes off in style (PC-Twitter)

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In the 39th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) emerged victorious in a thrilling match against the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) by 6 wickets. Marcus Stoinis played a heroic innings, single-handedly snatching the match away from CSK’s grasp with his match-winning knock. LSG shared a special message praising Stoinis for his incredible performance.

Lucknow Super Giants heaps praises on Marcus Stoinis

During the match, when LSG needed 17 runs to win off the last over, Stoinis took charge and aggressively attacked Mustafizur Rahman, ultimately leading his team to victory. Stoinis’ heroic performance earned him a tribute from the LSG, drawing a comparison to former CSK captain MS Dhoni. LSG shared their appreciation on their official Twitter account, stating “MS finishes off in style in Chennai!”

Also READ: Twitter erupts as Ruturaj Gaikwad lights up Chepauk with a magnificent century in CSK vs LSG clash | IPL 2024

LSG claims thrilling victory from CSK

After being asked to bat first, CSK set a formidable target of 211 in their 20 overs. Captain Ruturaj Gaikwad led the charge with a magnificent unbeaten century, scoring 108 runs off just 60 balls at a blistering strike rate of 180. Notably, he became the first CSK captain to achieve this feat. Shivam Dube provided valuable support with a fiery knock of 66 runs off a mere 27 balls, boasting a strike rate of 245. His innings included 3 boundaries and a staggering 7 sixes. Dhoni finished the innings with a flourish, smashing the last ball for a four.

LSG’s chase got off to a shaky start, finding themselves at a modest 45/2 after the powerplay overs. However, a crucial partnership of 70 runs between Stoinis and Nicholas Pooran steadied the innings. Unfortunately, Pooran’s dismissal in the 17th over added some pressure. Yet, the Australian all-rounder, Stoinis, shouldered the responsibility and single-handedly carried LSG to victory. His magnificent century (124 runs off 63 balls) included 13 boundaries and 6 towering sixes. Remarkably, LSG chased down the target with 3 balls to spare, securing a thrilling win for the team. Stoinis’ exceptional performance was rightfully rewarded with the Player of the Match award.

Also READ: WATCH: KL Rahul plucks a gravity-defying catch to dismiss Ajinkya Rahane in the CSK vs LSG match | IPL 2024

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