Controversy erupts! MS Dhoni given out despite clear UltraEdge spike

TOI Sports Desk / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Updated: Apr 12, 2025, 12:21 IST

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MS Dhoni's controversial LBW dismissal, despite a faint UltraEdge spike, ignited fan fury as CSK suffered a humiliating eight-wicket defeat against KKR. Dhoni's return as captain, due to Gaikwad's injury, was overshadowed by CSK's dismal batting performance, posting their lowest-ever home total. KKR's Narine led the chase, securing a dominant victory and deepening CSK's woes with their fifth consecutive loss.

Controversy erupts! MS Dhoni given out despite clear UltraEdge spike

MS Dhoni (BCCI/IPL Photo)

NEW DELHI: MS Dhoni's DRS calls are usually spot on, but in a rare moment of controversy, the CSK skipper was given out in a decision that left fans stunned and furious. The incident occurred in the 16th over of Chennai Super Kings' innings against Kolkata Knight Riders, when Dhoni was adjudged LBW off Sunil Narine's bowling.
Dhoni immediately opted for a review, convinced there was an inside edge. UltraEdge did show a faint spike as the ball passed the bat, but after a lengthy deliberation, the third umpire ruled that there was no bat involved. With three reds on the ball-tracker, Dhoni was declared out �?much to the disbelief of the Chepauk crowd.

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The home fans were left shell-shocked by the decision. Dhoni, who came out to bat at number nine, could only manage 1 run off 4 balls before walking back in disappointment.

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The match turned out to be a nightmare for CSK, who slumped to an eight-wicket defeat �?their third consecutive loss at Chepauk, a first in IPL history. It was also their fifth straight defeat this season, placing them in unfamiliar territory near the bottom of the points table.

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The game marked Dhoni's return as captain after Ruturaj Gaikwad was ruled out of the tournament due to an elbow injury. However, his comeback was marred by a woeful performance with the bat by CSK, who were restricted to just 103/9 �?their lowest-ever total at home and the third-lowest in their IPL history.

KKR, in contrast, made light work of the chase. Led by a blazing 44 off 18 balls from Sunil Narine, the visitors reached the target in just 10.1 overs, handing CSK one of their most humbling defeats at home.

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