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In a thrilling IPL 2023 final, Ravindra Jadeja’s last-ball heroics propelled the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) to their fifth IPL title, as they defeated the Gujarat Titans by five wickets in a rain-affected match. With ten runs needed from the last two deliveries, CSK appeared to be on the back foot against the impressive bowling of Mohit Sharma.
However, Jadeja’s remarkable six in the penultimate ball and a boundary in the final delivery sealed the victory for CSK, leaving Mohit Sharma shattered.As the match reached its climax, CSK needed ten runs from the last two deliveries to win. Mohit Sharma, who had bowled brilliantly throughout the season for the Gujarat Titans, was entrusted with the crucial task of defending the total.
The tension was palpable in the stadium as the bowler prepared to deliver.In the face of Mohit Sharma’s delivery, Ravindra Jadeja displayed nerves of steel andsmashed a powerful six over the boundary ropes. The crowd erupted with joy as theequation now boiled down to four runs required from the final ball.
Mohit Sharma, visibly distraught, struggled to regain his composure after witnessing his excellentbowling spell unravel in the last few deliveries.As the last ball was delivered, Jadeja showcased his batting prowess once again, smashing the ball to the boundary for a four.
The entire CSK camp erupted in celebrations, while the Gujarat Titans were left dejected. The last-ball finish not only secured CSK’s fifth IPL title but also etched Ravindra Jadeja’s name in the history books as the hero of the match. The defeat proved particularly painful for Mohit Sharma, who had bowled brilliantlythroughout the game, picking up three crucial wickets.
As Mohit Sharma was visiblyshattered after the match’s final moments, the emotional toll was evident. In adisplay of sportsmanship, CSK skipper Hardik Pandya approached Mohit andhugged him, attempting to console and support his fellow cricketer during thedifficult moment.
Mohit Sharma’s performances for the Gujarat Titans throughout the season had been exceptional, contributing significantly to the team’s journey to the final. Despite the heart-wrenching loss, fans and cricket enthusiasts flooded social media with appreciation for Mohit’s commendable efforts and remarkable comeback in the tournament.
Never really liked this man, for no reason.
— matrixheaded 🍉 (@matrixheaded) May 29, 2023
But you showed immense maturity upon losing the match. Take a bow Hardik Pandya & Mohit Sharma.#CSKvGT #IPL2023Final pic.twitter.com/Q5LU7nFF3J
𝗗𝗢 𝗡𝗢𝗧 𝗠𝗜𝗦𝗦!
— IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) May 29, 2023
Two shots of excellence and composure!
Finishing in style, the Ravindra Jadeja way 🙌#TATAIPL | #Final | #CSKvGT pic.twitter.com/EbJPBGGGFu
𝙏𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙬𝙞𝙣𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙛𝙚𝙚𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙜! 🤩
— IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) May 29, 2023
Celebrations all around in Chennai Super Kings' camp!
#TATAIPL | #CSKvGT | #Final | @ChennaiIPL pic.twitter.com/81wQQuWvDJ
The IPL 2023 final will forever be remembered for Ravindra Jadeja’s stunning last- ball finish, which secured the victory for the Chennai Super Kings. Mohit Sharma, who bowled brilliantly for the Gujarat Titans, experienced the bitter taste of defeat after witnessing his excellent spell disintegrate in the final moments of the match. Despite this, his contributions to the team’s success throughout the season were widely recognized and celebrated.
