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I’m Glad CSK Repaid Their Fans’ Faith: Dhoni On Qualifying For IPL 2021

CSK was the first team to get knocked out in IPL 2020

Mumbai: After CSK became the first team to qualify for the playoffs of IPL 2021 on Thursday, skipper MS Dhoni said he’s glad that his side has repaid their fans’ faith.

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) became the first team to qualify for the playoffs of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021, after defeating SRH by 6 wickets on Thursday.

During the post-match presentation, CSK skipper MS Dhoni expressed gratitude towards the fans who kept supporting the side despite the poor run in the last edition.

“It means a lot, because the last time, we said we wanted to come back strong. We are known for that and there was a lot at stake. You won’t always win games and a lot didn’t go our way last time, and it’s important not to make excuses and we have done that this year,” Dhoni said.

He added, “Not much needs to be said of the fans, who have supported us through thick and thin and I’m glad we have repaired their faith.”

CSK had missed the playoffs for the first time in 2020.

“The boys did well to keep the momentum going, and they’ve taken responsibilities to keep all departments of the game in balance so the players and the support staff get the credit,” Dhoni said.

Dhoni further said, “The bounce of the wicket was different- instead of knee height, it was shin height, and once the batsmen figured out that they have to hit straight, they succeeded.”

“The bowlers tried to swing it upfront and got hit straight when they pitched it up too much, but then adjusted very well. I told the bowlers that he needed to exploit the conditions in today’s game. If the oddball stopped early on, it started coming onto the bat later,” Dhoni added.

CSK will next play with Rajasthan Royals on Saturday.

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