In the much-anticipated IPL 2024 opener, defending champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) showcased their dominance by defeating Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) by six wickets at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on March 22.

Most Run-Scorers

Following the match, Anuj Rawat emerged as the leading run-scorer with his explosive innings of 48 runs, followed by Dinesh Karthik with 38 runs. CSK’s debutant Rachin Ravindra showcased his talent with 37 runs, while RCB captain Faf du Plessis and CSK’s Shivam Dube contributed 35 and 34 runs, respectively.

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Top 5 leading run-scorers in the IPL 2024:

1. Anuj Rawat (RCB) – 48 runs

2. Dinesh Karthik (RCB) – 38 runs

3. Rachin Ravindra (CSK) – 37 runs

4. Faf du Plessis (RCB) – 35 runs

5. Shivam Dube (CSK) – 34 runs

Most Wickets

CSK’s Mustafizur Rahman claimed the coveted Purple Cap with his exceptional bowling performance, taking four wickets in the match. RCB’s Cameron Green followed with two wickets, while Karan Sharma, Yash Dayal, and Deepak Chahar secured one wicket each.

Top 5 leading wicket-takers in the IPL 2024:

1. Mustafizur Rahman (CSK) – 4 wickets

2. Cameron Green (RCB) – 2 wickets

3. Karan Sharma (RCB) – 1 wicket

4. Yash Dayal (RCB) – 1 wicket

5. Deepak Chahar (CSK) – 1 wicket

RCB’s Batting Performance

Opting to bat first, RCB posted a competitive total of 173/6, courtesy of a late flourish from Anuj Rawat and Dinesh Karthik, who stitched together a vital partnership of 95 runs. Rawat’s explosive innings of 48 runs off 25 balls and Karthik’s unbeaten 38* off 26 balls provided the much-needed momentum to RCB’s innings.

Mustafizur’s Impactful Bowling

CSK’s left-arm pacer Mustafizur Rahman delivered a match-winning spell, wreaking havoc on RCB’s batting lineup with his four-wicket haul. Mustafizur’s clinical performance saw him dismiss key RCB batters, including Virat Kohli, Faf du Plessis, Rajat Patidar, and Cameron Green, restricting RCB from posting a formidable total.

CSK’s Successful Chase

In response, CSK began their chase positively, with Ruturaj Gaikwad and Rachin Ravindra providing a solid start. Despite losing Gaikwad early to RCB’s Yash Dayal, Ravindra was impressed with his IPL debut, smashing 37 runs off just 15 balls. Contributions from Ajinkya Rahane and unbeaten knocks from Shivam Dube and Ravindra Jadeja ensured CSK’s comfortable victory.