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Chennai Super Kings: The IPL team that never stops believing

CSK have made it to IPL final 9 times before, but never has their ride been as topsy-turvy

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It all started with injuries

Despite injuries to Ben Stokes, Kylie Jamieson and Deepak Chahar at the start of the season, Dhoni took things in his stride

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Sri Lankan duo weaved magic

Dhoni's faith in Maheesh Theekshana and Matheesha Pathirana added zing to CSK's bowling attack

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Continuity remained the key

CSK didn't change their playing XI once Chahar returned from injury; "It's about playing for the team," believes Dhoni

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The Mahi effect

Dhoni's calmness, and the way he assigns roles to players, including himself, made a huge difference

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Dhoni's micro-management on the field

"I can be an annoying captain. I tell fielders to keep looking at me till the last moment."

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Dube and Rahane delivered

While Dube was CSK's designated spin hitter, Rahane played a key role of floater according to the situation

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Will CSK bag 10th IPL title?

If CSK win on Sunday, Dhoni can leave the stage as the most successful captain in IPL history

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