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MS Dhoni Becomes First Player to Reach 200 IPL Matches Milestone On This Day In 2020

MS Dhoni is an IPL legend [Source: @CricCrazyJohns/x.com]MS Dhoni is an IPL legend [Source: @CricCrazyJohns/x.com]

On October 19, 2020, one of the brightest chapters in IPL history was written when MS Dhoni became the first player to feature in 200 matches of the Indian Premier League (IPL). The journey, which started with the inaugural season in 2008, reached a landmark on this day as Dhoni led his beloved Chennai Super Kings (CSK) against Rajasthan Royals (RR) at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi.

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CSK Struggles with the Bat

The match was expected to be a cakewalk for MS Dhoni led CSK, but things didn’t go according to plan. Batting first, the Chennai outfit stumbled on a tricky wicket, managing only 125 runs.

Dhoni, the 'Captain Cool,' displayed his brilliance amidst the chaos, contributing 28 vital runs off as many balls. Meanwhile, Ravindra Jadeja was the shining star with a gritty unbeaten 35. Despite their best efforts, the batters seemed to be caught between a rock and a hard place.

Jos Buttler Steals the Show as Royals Dominate Run Chase

While CSK’s bowlers made early inroads, it was Jos Buttler’s day to shine. The Englishman, smashed a match-winning 70 off 48 balls. He was ably supported by Steve Smith, who added 26 runs to the tally. The pair's unbeaten 98-run stand knocked the wind out of CSK’s sails, leading the Royals to victory with 16 balls to spare.


Rare Exit CSK Misses Playoffs Under Dhoni

The defeat meant CSK missed out on the playoffs—an unusual sight when Dhoni is at the helm. It was a bitter pill to swallow for fans, as the legendary skipper was synonymous with taking Chennai deep into the tournament.

But if there’s one thing about legends, it’s that they always know how to rise from the ashes. Dhoni’s CSK bounced back stronger in 2021, clinching their fourth IPL title and proved that setbacks are merely stepping stones to greater achievements.

Dhoni’s IPL Career Defining Records and Unmatched Legacy

Having played 264 IPL matches, Dhoni’s record in the tournament is proof of his greatness. With 5,243 runs at an average of 39.13 and a highest score of 84*, his brilliance with the bat is evident.

As a stumper, Dhoni was equally phenomenal, claiming 42 stumpings and 152 catches. His remarkable achievements, tactical brilliance, and massive impact have made him a true legend of the league.