IPL 2018, CSK vs DD: 5 reasons why Delhi lost 

#2 The propelling Dhoni-Rayudu Partnership

Chennai for a moment found themselves in a spot of bother after Delhi managed to pull things back. In a span of four overs, they lost three quick wickets which meant a dip in the scoring rate for the home team. But it was temporarily, as the skipper walked onto the crease with a different mindset.

He strung in a crucial partnership with Ambati Rayudu to help their way to post a mammoth total as huge as 211. It was a decisive phase of the match that saw CSK back in the game after a hiccup in the middle overs. The duo smashed 79 runs in less than six overs to lead the requisite resurgence for the home team.