Chennai Super Kings: The IPL team that never stops believing

English CSK have made it to IPL final 9 times before, but never has their ride been as topsy-turvy cricket-sports May 25 2023 Author: Sunita Iyer Image Credits:PTI

It all started with injuries

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

Sri Lankan duo weaved magic

English Dhoni's faith in Maheesh Theekshana and Matheesha Pathirana added zing to CSK's bowling attack Image credits: PTI

Continuity remained the key

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

The Mahi effect

English Dhoni's calmness, and the way he assigns roles to players, including himself, made a huge difference Image credits: PTI

Dhoni's micro-management on the field

English "I can be an annoying captain. I tell fielders to keep looking at me till the last moment." Image credits: PTI

Dube and Rahane delivered

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

Will CSK bag 10th IPL title?

English If CSK win on Sunday, Dhoni can leave the stage as the most successful captain in IPL history Image credits: PTI

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