MS Dhoni’s 7000-Run Milestone in IPL2024! The iconic wicketkeeper-batter for Chennai Super Kings (CSK),achieved a groundbreaking milestone in T20 cricket by becoming the first Indian wicketkeeper to surpass 7,000 runs. This historic moment came during a thrilling encounter against Delhi Capitals in the IPL 2024 season. At 42, Dhoni showcased his timeless talent, blasting 37 runs off just 16 balls, including four boundaries and three sixes, to reach a strike rate of 231.25. Despite CSK not clinching the win, the fans were electrified by Dhoni’s performance, especially his explosive final over where he took on Anrich Nortje for 20 runs.
Throughout his T20 career, Dhoni has now amassed 7,036 runs, with a batting average of 38.06 across 380 matches. His record includes 28 half-centuries, with a top score of 84*, and a career strike rate of 134.78.
The Iconic Wicketkeeper-batter Makes History
Leading the charts for runs scored by a wicketkeeper-batter in T20s is South Africa’s Quinton de Kock, who has notched up 8,578 runs specifically as a wicketkeeper-batter. In total, de Kock has scored 9,407 runs in 329 T20 matches, boasting an average of 32.10 and a strike rate of over 137, along with six centuries and 59 fifties.
The match also featured solid performances from Delhi Capitals’ batsmen, with David Warner and Prithvi Shaw laying a strong foundation through a 93-run opening stand. Despite a mid-innings falter, Rishabh Pant’s swift 51 propelled DC to a total of 191/5.
CSK’s chase was hampered by effective bowling from Khaleel Ahmed and Mukesh Kumar, with the team ultimately falling short by 20 runs, ending at 171/6. Notable contributions came from Ajinkya Rahane, Daryl Mitchell, and Dhoni, but DC’s disciplined effort sealed their victory.
Khaleel Ahmed was named ‘Player of the Match’ for his decisive bowling performance. Following this match, CSK occupies the second spot on the points table with two wins and one loss, while DC sits in seventh place with one win and two losses.
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