The captain cool and Former Indian skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni said he feels old after knowing that he has played 200 matches for Chennai Super Kings.
“Makes me feel very old and it has been a very long journey. It started in 2008 – played in SA, Dubai, and back home. Never thought Mumbai would be our home. In 2011, the last time that we were happy with the Chennai wicket. Before that, there was spin, but it also helped fast bowlers,” Dhoni said in the post-match presentation.
Dhoni on Friday evening added another feather to his illustrious cap as he played the 200th game for CSK. Dhoni has made 176 appearances for CSK in the IPL besides making 24 outings for the side in the Champions League T20 tournament.
“This is a very good wicket, but it depends on the conditions on that day. The ball moved today, but it didn’t swing around a lot. There was no dew and enough seam movement,” he added.
“Overall the years, he [Chahar] has matured into a death bowler too but he’s somebody who gets more purchase than other bowlers. If you’re looking to attack, why not finish his first four overs. Bravo can bowl at the death. It’s not a secret,” said Dhoni.
Du Plessis kept scoring runs and Moeen continued his onslaught as CSK got almost home before he departed in the 13th over with just 17 runs more to win.
“We felt if Moeen bats up the order, we can make use of the resources that we got. Moeen is a very good timer of the ball and plays authentic shots. We have to make the most of the resources,” added the CSK skipper.
CSK will next face Rajasthan Royals on Monday.
-With ANI inputs.