CSK win fifth IPL title as mentor Dhoni has last laugh in protege Hardik's territory

CSK win fifth IPL title as mentor Dhoni has last laugh in protege Hardik's territory

Ahmedabad, May 29 (PTI) Under the stewardship of the iconic Mahendra Singh Dhoni, Chennai Super Kings embellished their already fabulous record in the IPL with a fifth title triumph, beating Gujarat Titans by five wickets in a thrilling summit showdown here on Monday.

Dhoni has been the cynosure of all eyes ever since the Indian Premier League began this year and in a fitting end to the finale, the captain finished with a record-levelling fifth trophy.

B Sai Sudharsan slammed 96 in 47 balls as Gujarat Titans posted 214 for four after being asked to bat first.