IPL 2024: CSK vs LSG Match 39 Highlights: Unmissable video recap, turning points, match analysis, stats, and more

Marcus Stoinis. (Source -IPL/BCCI)

In the 39th match of IPL 2024 at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai, Chennai Super Kings faced Lucknow Super Giants in a thrilling encounter. Being asked to bat first, CSK displayed resilience despite early setbacks, with Ruturaj Gaikwad stealing the show with a splendid unbeaten century, leading the team to a commanding total of 210 runs. A partnership between Gaikwad and Dube further bolstered the innings, with Dube’s aggressive stroke play adding impetus.

In the chase, Lucknow showed promise, largely thanks to Marcus Stoinis, whose unbeaten knock of 124 off 63 balls, including 13 fours and six sixes, turned the game on its head. Stoinis’ masterclass guided LSG to victory, as they overcame CSK’s total with six wickets in hand and three balls to spare. Nicholas Pooran’s brisk cameo complemented the Aussie’s innings, underscoring CSK’s formidable performance.

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Let’s take a look at the highlights from the match:

1. The CSK captain catches his opposite number

Ruturaj Gaikwad, who had earlier dazzled with a magnificent century during the match, proved his worth on the field as well by taking a crucial catch. Positioned at covers, Gaikwad’s catch of the opposing captain KL Rahul derailed the Lucknow Super Giants’ chase. Rahul’s wicket was significant as he had scored a brilliant fifty in the last game against the same opposition, making Gaikwad’s catch all the more crucial in shifting the momentum in Chennai Super Kings’ favour at that time.

2. Magnificent knock under pressure by Marcus Stoinis

Marcus Stoinis emerged as the hero for Lucknow Super Giants in their clash against Chennai Super Kings, delivering a match-winning performance. His unbeaten innings of 124 runs off just 63 balls, featuring 13 fours and six sixes, proved to be the catalyst in LSG’s thrilling victory by six wickets with three balls remaining. The Aussie batter’s remarkable display of batting prowess not only turned the game in his team’s advantage but also highlighted his exceptional talent and resilience under pressure.

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3. MS Dhoni acknowledges the Chepauk crowd with a final-ball four

The crowd was thrilled when MS Dhoni, in a special moment, struck his only ball to the boundary, contributing four runs at a strike rate of 400.00.

4. Shivam Dube goes big, and scores 19 runs in the over off Yash Thakur

Shivam Dube has been in scintillating form throughout IPL 2024, and once again, he proved why he’s considered one of the cleanest ball strikers in Indian cricket. In a standout performance, the left-handed batter hammered 19 runs in a single over against Yash Thakur, showcasing his remarkable batting prowess and ability to dominate bowling attacks with his explosive stroke play.

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