"MI’s Opening Match Curse Continues – CSK Seals the Win!"

Rohit’s Early Exit

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MI’s Collapse

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Dhoni's Lightning Stumping

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Chahar Fights Back

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CSK’s Aggressive Start

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Vignesh Impresses on Debut

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Ravindra Seals It

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Final Score & Recap

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