IPL 2021, CSK vs PBKS: Social media erupts as KL Rahul's unbeaten 98 keeps Punjab's playoffs hopes alive

Chennai Super Kings have been dealt with a setback, as it would be contained with a second-spot finish following a seven-wicket defeat to Punjab Kings in IPL 2021. Meanwhile, here's how social media reacted.

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Dubai - United Arab Emirates, First Published Oct 7, 2021, 8:53 PM IST | Last Updated Oct 7, 2021, 8:53 PM IST

Former champion Chennai Super Kings (CSK) lost to Punjab Kings (PBKS) by seven wickets in Match 53 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 at the Dubai International Stadium, thanks to KL Rahul's unbeaten 98. As a result, CSK would now have to be contained with a second spot finish.

Meanwhile, PBKS has risen to the fifth spot and stays in contention for the playoffs but will rely on other results. At the same time, social media celebrated PBKS's emphatic win while we present the top reactions here.

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KL Rahul: The ripper

The proposal

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The Raina effect

The finisher

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Plan B

Unforgettable

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Du Plessis: The man

Incapable!