In a thrilling encounter between Lucknow Supergiants and Chennai Super Kings, Marcus Stoinis put up a masterclass performance, guided by none other than the great MS Dhoni. Stoinis’ revelation of Dhoni’s winning mantra and his subsequent match-winning innings has filled IPL 2024 with excitement.
match winning knock
Marcus Stoinis told that MS Dhoni had once told him the mantra for victory. Stoinis tried Dhoni’s mantra against his own team Chennai Super Kings and gave a memorable victory to Lucknow Supergiants by playing an unbeaten 124-run innings at the Chepauk Stadium on Tuesday. Marcus Stoinis scored a century in just 63 balls with the help of 13 fours and six sixes.
Inspirational words of MS Dhoni
Lucknow Supergiants shared a special video on their social media handle, in which Stoinis told what advice MS Dhoni had given him. Stoinis reminded what winning mantra 5-time IPL winning captain MS Dhoni gave him. Dhoni’s inspirational words were that one does not need to change oneself according to the situation. Stoinis understood how this mentality works in Dhoni’s favor and that is why he is at the forefront.
MS spoke, and MS listened 🫶 pic.twitter.com/stk7k93ci1
— Lucknow Super Giants (@LucknowIPL) April 24, 2024
LSG wrote on the post, “MS said and MS listened.” Stoinis was seen saying in the video, “MS Dhoni told me this one thing. He said that in big matches everyone thinks that I have to do something extra. I want to do something different. His mantra and how he talks to himself if he is at the crease. They persist and everyone changes. Dhoni says that only one thing will not change here and this is what keeps him ahead of everyone else.
Marcus Stoinis created a stir
Marcus Stoinis created history by playing a match-winning innings against Chennai Super Kings. Stoinis has become the batsman to score the highest individual score while successfully chasing the target in IPL history. Stoinis left behind stalwarts like Paul Walthaty and Virender Sehwag in this matter. Stoinis set a new record, breaking the 13-year-old record.
Dominance of Lucknow Supergiants
By breaking into the fort of Chennai, Lucknow Supergiants secured the fourth position in the points table. This was the fifth win in eight matches for KL Rahul-led Lucknow Supergiants. At the same time, this was the fourth defeat for Ruturaj Gaikwad-led Chennai Super Kings in eight matches and they are out of the top-4 in the points table and are at fifth position.
conclusion
Marcus Stoinis’ exemplary performance, guided by the wisdom of MS Dhoni, epitomizes cricketing genius and strategic acumen. As IPL 2024 gets underway with thrilling encounters and unforgettable moments, Stoinis’ inning stands as a testament to the lasting legacy of the game and the deep impact of guidance in creating champions.
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