MS Dhoni scripts history in the clash against PBKS

In a significant milestone, former Chennai Super Kings (CSK) captain MS Dhoni has etched his name in the annals of IPL history as the wicketkeeper with the most catches.

MS Dhoni’s Achievement in IPL 2024

During the PBKS vs CSK IPL 2024 clash in Dharamshala on May 5, MS Dhoni created history by becoming the first wicketkeeper to complete 150 catches in the IPL. This milestone accentuates Dhoni’s prowess behind the stumps and enduring impact on the game.

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Recently, MS Dhoni scripted a new IPL record on April 28 as he became the first player in the history of the T20 tournament to be part of 150 victories. Dhoni achieved the feat after the Super Kings hammered Sunrisers by 78 runs. MS Dhoni has played 259 matches in the IPL, having been a part of the T20 league since the inaugural edition in 2008.

Most catches in IPL by wicketkeepers

Player	Team(s)	Mat	Ca	St	Dism	Most	D/M
MS Dhoni	CSK, RPS	261	150	42	192	4	0.74
Dinesh Karthik	DD KXIP, MI, RCB, GUJ, KKR	245	141	36	177	4	0.74
Wriddhiman Saha	KKR, CSK, KXIP, SRH, GT	170	93	26	119	4	0.77
Rishabh Pant	DD, DC	109	75	21	96	4	0.94
Robin Uthappa	MI, RCB, PWI, KKR, RR, CSK	114	57	33	90	4	0.79

Match: PBKS vs CSK

In a thrilling encounter in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) beat Punjab Kings (PBKS) by 28 runs in the 53rd match of the IPL 2024 at the HPCA Stadium in Dharamshala.

Batting first, Chennai Super Kings faced early setbacks with the dismissal of Ajinkya Rahane and captain Ruturaj Gaikwad. Despite some resistance from the middle order, CSK struggled to accelerate their scoring rate, ultimately posting a total of 167/9.

Rahul Chahar and Harshal Patel both claiming three wickets. Arshdeep Singh took two wickets, while Sam Curran managed to grab one scalp.

In pursuit of 168 runs, Punjab Kings faced a disastrous start, losing key wickets within the first few overs. Despite Prabhsimran Singh’s valiant effort, PBKS struggled to build partnerships and were ultimately restricted to 139/9 in their 20 overs.

Chennai’s bowlers put on a stellar performance, led by Ravindra Jadeja, who claimed three crucial wickets. Impact substitute Simarjeet Singh also made significant contributions.

MS Dhoni’s Legacy in IPL

Dhoni’s contribution to the IPL extends beyond his wicketkeeping prowess. As one of the most successful captains in the tournament’s history, Dhoni’s leadership and strategic acumen have guided CSK to numerous title triumphs. His iconic finishes with the bat and astute decision-making on the field have endeared him to fans worldwide.