MS Dhoni denied singles to Dwayne Bravo towards the fag end of the innings and in the end CSK lost the game by one run.

MS Dhoni's scintillating 48-ball 84 went in vain as CSK failed to cross the line by just one run in yet another edge-of-the-seat contest against RCB.

Royal Challengers Bangalore beat Chennai Super Kings by 1 run in Bengaluru.

Dhoni, who has served as India captain, was the first to present CSK's yellow jersey to Solih before current India skipper Kohli presented RCB's red-and-black outfit to the visiting dignitary. 

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Hardik Pandya smashed 32 off 15 balls to power Mumbai Indians to 168 for five, a total which Delhi Capitals found too stiff to chase, going down by 40 runs.

When an astute brain meets a superlative performer, there is bound to be a lot of mutual admiration and the Kohli-Dhoni relationship is no different.

In recent times, Dhoni has been interacting with players of opposition teams once the match ends and again on Wednesday night, the CSK skipper was seen in a huddle with the SRH players. 

Dhoni was ruled out of the match with back spasm, paving the way for Raina to shoulder captaincy responsibility.

MS Dhoni played 121 successive games for Chennai Super Kings before missing against Sunrisers Hyderabad on Wednesday.

Find out which players are most likely to leave the biggest impact during SRH vs CSK tonight.

For Sunrisers to remain relevant in this edition, they need to stop the CSK juggernaut which looks easier said than done.

Ish Sodhi said that it may not be possible to win every game in that fashion but it does help in at least setting it up for the rest.

Katich said while Kohli the batsman cannot be faulted, MS Dhoni's guidance will be the key at the World Cup starting May 30.

Rishabh Pant exclusion from the 2019 World Cup squad came as a surprise but Dinesh Karthik's inclusion shouldn't be so because of his experience and everything else he brings to the side other than batting.

Imran Tahir with figures of 4 for 27 was one of the architects of CSK's victory over Kolkata Knight Riders on Sunday.

Who between the two finally seals the second wicket-keeper's spot is likely to be the most discussed topic during the meeting on Monday.

Russell has been the team's go-to man and his possible absence might hurt the home team big.

Kolkata's consistency has taken a beating after two defeats on the trot, first in Chennai and then against Delhi Capitals while Chennai have continued to do win matches somehow.

Dhoni has been criticised by one and all but Sehwag is the first A list former India cricketer to demand suspension for his former teammate.