Defending champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) defeated Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) by two runs in the pulsating inaugural match of Indian Premier League's fourth season here Friday. Chasing 154 runs for victory, KKR finished at 151/7 in 20 overs. KKR, who were cruising at 93/2 at one stage, needed nine runs from the final over, but fell short. Earlier, opener Srikkanth Anirudha hit 64 runs as Chennai Super Kings scored a competitive 153 for four in their allotted 20 overs.
Defending champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) defeated Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) by two runs in the pulsating inaugural match of Indian Premier League's fourth season here Friday.
Chasing 154 runs for victory, KKR finished at 151/7 in 20 overs.
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KKR, who were cruising at 93/2 at one stage, needed nine runs from the final over, but fell short.
Earlier, opener Srikkanth Anirudha hit 64 runs as Chennai Super Kings scored a competitive 153 for four in their allotted 20 overs. The 24-year-old won the man of the match award as well.
Deccan Chargers take on Rajasthan Royals tomorrow at home while new entrants Kochi Tuskers Kerala play Royal Challenges Bangalore. u00a0
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