IPL 2021: MS Dhoni's CSK kick-off second phase with win against Mumbai Indians, take pole position

The MS Dhoni-led unit secured a 20-run win against defending champions Mumbai Indians (MI) in Dubai on Sunday to climb at the top of the eight-team points table.

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) kicked-off the second phase of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 on a winning note. The MS Dhoni-led unit secured a 20-run win against defending champions Mumbai Indians (MI) in Dubai on Sunday to climb at the top of the eight-team points table. They now have six wins from eight matches.  

Ruturaj Gaikwad emerged as the standout player from the CSK camp, leading the fightback for his side after a dismal start. The 24-year-old batsman finished the CSK innings unbeaten on 88 off 58 deliveries, which included 9 fours and 4 sixes. Riding on his brilliant effort CSK posted a challenging 156/6 in their 20 overs.  

.@ChennaiIPL WIN by 20 runs and have added 2 more points to their tally.#VIVOIPL #CSKvMI pic.twitter.com/qVh9ZfwB2E