Things just aren’t going CSK’s way this season. They may have started with a win, but since then, it has been a turbulent ride filled with disappointments. Two consecutive losses have exposed Chennai’s weaknesses like an unreliable internet connection—unstable and unpredictable.
Here’s a shocking statistic: In the past six years, CSK has never successfully chased a target of 180+ in the IPL. And that record remained unbroken on Sunday. Chasing 183 against Rajasthan Royals, CSK fell just six runs short, allowing RR to bounce back after two consecutive defeats. Despite the stadium in Guwahati being a sea of yellow, it was the pink jerseys that shone the brightest.
Neither Ruturaj Gaikwad, nor Ravindra Jadeja, nor even MS Dhoni could rescue CSK this time. The difference? Just one powerful hit that never came. The question now looms—can CSK recover, or is it time for a strategic overhaul? Perhaps a change in approach, a few tactical shifts, or even some fresh faces in the squad?
But CSK isn’t the only team struggling for answers. Sunrisers Hyderabad is in the same sinking boat—and it’s taking on water fast. On a Super Sunday, SRH walked in with confidence, eager to make a statement. But then, Mitchell Starc happened.
Starc dismantled Hyderabad’s batting lineup with a fiery five-wicket haul, turning their top order into a crumbling mess. Fun fact: The Australian pacer has won four Man of the Match awards in the IPL, and three of those have been against SRH. It almost feels like he has a personal rivalry with them—or perhaps he just enjoys tormenting their batting unit.
Despite Starc’s heroics, Aniket Verma provided a silver lining for SRH with a brilliant knock of 74 runs. However, his lone effort wasn’t enough, as Hyderabad could only manage 163 on the board—a total that felt insufficient, like bringing a water pistol to a raging fire.
Delhi Capitals, on the other hand, had no trouble chasing the target. They wrapped up the game with four overs to spare, making a bold statement in the process. This isn’t just a win; this is a declaration—this season, Delhi Capitals mean business, and they are showing no mercy.
