The top two teams from the round-robin phase have found their way into IPL Final after the Gujarat Titans joined Chennai Super Kings in the big match. It will be a case of the defending champions taking on one of the most successful teams in IPL history.
Chennai Super Kings vs Gujarat Titans
IPL Final | Sunday 28 May 2023
Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad 16:00
If you have to pick a favourite, one would have to with the home team, the Gujarat Titans, who will be roared on by the majority of the 100 000 fanatical spectators in the Narendra Modi Stadium. Can MS Dhoni win what is likely to be his last IPL game? He's a brilliant captain who has guided this side to multiple IPL successes in the past. The Titans are the defending champions and Super Kings won teh year before. Seems as though best two teams are competing for the trophy and three million dollars.
To Win Match
Chennai Super Kings 92/100 | Tie 25/1 | Gujarat Titans 92/100
CSK beat the Titans in Chennai earlier this week, but with the final taking place at the enormous home of the Gujarat team, the big match might have a very different feel to it.
MS Dhoni’s leadership has given this CSK team a relaxed confidence that has served them well throughout the campaign.
CSK have been helped by the exceptional form of Devon Conway, who has lit up the IPL this term.
Sri Lankan spinner Maheesh Theekshana has proven tough to get away, but hasn’t received the plaudits that he deserves.
The Titans’ Shubman Gill has been in terrific form when it comes to getting beyond three figures, having already done it three times this term while he also has a further four fifties to his name.
The Gujarat bowling lineup boasts the three leading wicket-takers in the tournament, with veteran quick Mohammed Shami leading the way.
The IPL icon that is Rashid Khan, has followed close behind. Meanwhile, Mohit Sharma has also been throwing his hat into the ring time and again.
The defending champions will hope that their Qualifier 2 win over the Mumbai Indians will restore their momentum as they chase back-to-back titles.
Verdict: Chennai Super Kings 92/100
Dhoni might just be the difference in the big match. Back the Super Kings to claim yet another IPL title.
