Chennai Super Kings IPL 2021 Champions in Sensational Final
The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 Final held at Dubai Sports City on October 15 witnessed a riveting clash between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). In an enthralling encounter, CSK emerged victorious, claiming the coveted title IPL 2021 Champions.
Result
Chennai Super Kings set 193, led by Faf Du Plessis’ 86. Kolkata Knight Riders faced a tough chase, managing 165. CSK bowlers excelled, securing victory with precision.
Runner Up
Kolkata Knight Riders secured the runner-up position in the IPL, finishing second after a closely contested tournament, showcasing commendable performance in the 2021 season.
Player of the Match
Faf Du Plessis’ match-defining innings, scoring 86 off 59 balls, played a pivotal role in CSK’s commanding total, earning him the Player of the Match accolade.
Player of the Series
Dual Impact Harshal Patel stellar all-round performance throughout the series, accumulating 59 runs and claiming an impressive 32 wickets, earned him the prestigious Player of the Series award.
Points Table
| Teams | Matches (M) | Wins (W) | Losses (L) | Ties (T) | N/R | Points (PT) | NRR | Series Form (For/Against) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi Capitals | 14 | 10 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 20 | 0.481 | 2180/267.0, 2136/278.0 |
| Chennai Super Kings | 14 | 9 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 18 | 0.455 | 2368/272.0, 2218/268.5 |
| Royal Challengers Bangalore | 14 | 9 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 18 | -0.140 | 2165/273.4, 2159/268.1 |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 14 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 14 | 0.587 | 2119/259.5, 2080/274.5 |
| Mumbai Indians | 14 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 14 | 0.116 | 2117/265.5, 2128/271.1 |
| Punjab Kings | 14 | 6 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 12 | -0.001 | 2150/270.1, 2117/266.0 |
| Rajasthan Royals | 14 | 5 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 10 | -0.993 | 2196/276.0, 2318/259.0 |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | 14 | 3 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 6 | -0.545 | 2077/277.1, 2216/275.4 |
The IPL 2021 Final unfolded as a spectacular cricketing showcase, with Chennai Super Kings emerging as the worthy champions. Faf Du Plessis’ brilliance with the bat and Harshal Patel’s exceptional all-round contribution added to the grandeur of CSK’s victory.
