IPL 2018: Glenn Maxwell lauds CSK for their stupendous comeback

The Chennai Super Kings (CSK) had a torrid time in the last two seasons as they couldn’t take part in the 2016 and 2017 edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL). They were found involved in the heinous crime of betting and other scandals owing to which they were handed a suspension of two years. They made their way in this edition’s IPL and were in with a stern test of re-stamping their authority.

They played their first match versus the Mumbai Indians (MI) and were almost rolled over by the hosts at the Wankhede Stadium. However, Dwayne Bravo kept his calm and helped CSK snatch victory from the jaws of victory. Thereafter, the franchise didn’t look back and outdrew anyone and everyone who stumbled on to their path.

CSK’s thunderous run

They stuttered in the middle-phase of the tournament with quite a few losses and seemed to lose momentum before the playoffs. However, they brought forth their A-game in the crunch matches and emerged victorious in the 2018 IPL. They beat the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the Qualifier 1 followed by another victory versus the same opponent to win the Grand Finale.

Shane Watson was absolutely phenomenal and never allowed Kane Williamson’s men a foothold into yesterday’s match. He became the second batsman to notch a century in a Final of the event’s history. CSK won the match by eight wickets with nine balls to spare.

Glenn Maxwell, who had a forgettable season with the Delhi Daredevils, heaped praises on the franchise and also Stephen Fleming, CSK’s head coach. Here is what he wrote on Twitter

“So happy for @ShaneRWatson33 on his special performance in the @IPL final! What a season he’s had! Weldone to @ChennaiIPL and @SPFleming7 on a brilliant comeback year”

Here is Maxwell’s post

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