IPL 2024: Preity Zinta's Happy Dance Goes Viral on MS Dhoni's Golden Duck Wicket

In a captivating showdown at the Indian Premier League (IPL), Ravindra Jadeja orchestrated a masterclass performance, propelling the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) to a significant 28-run triumph over the Punjab Kings. Jadeja's stellar display, both with the bat and ball, not only rejuvenated CSK's playoff prospects but also marked a redemption from their previous encounters.

Preity Zinta can't stop clapping when Thala MS Dhoni went out on Golden Duck. pic.twitter.com/F55WFCvUy6

— Mufa Kohli (@MufaKohli) May 5, 2024

The match unfolded with CSK winning the toss and electing to bat first, a decision that set the stage for a thrilling showdown. CSK commenced their innings with a determined batting display, culminating in a commendable total of 167 runs for the loss of nine wickets. At the forefront of their batting prowess was Ravindra Jadeja, who showcased his prowess with the bat, scoring a brisk 43 runs off a mere 26 deliveries. Jadeja's innings, embellished with three boundaries and two towering sixes, injected momentum into CSK's innings, providing the much-needed impetus.

However, it was Jadeja's multifaceted brilliance that truly stole the spotlight. Not content with just his batting exploits, Jadeja showcased his prowess as an all-rounder by wreaking havoc with the ball. His bowling spell was nothing short of sensational, as he claimed three crucial wickets while conceding a mere 20 runs in his quota of four overs. Jadeja's bowling prowess proved instrumental in restricting Punjab Kings to a modest total of 139 runs for the loss of nine wickets, thus sealing CSK's victory and reversing their fortunes against Punjab after enduring five consecutive defeats.

Preity Zinta X MS Dhoni Enguu thodangum... Enguu mudiyum... Probably his last game in Dharamshala pic.twitter.com/o2TuNRIZR0

— Cricspace (@cricspace69) May 5, 2024

While CSK savored their hard-fought victory, the match witnessed a rare moment of disappointment for their talismanic captain, MS Dhoni. Dhoni, a stalwart of the game, faced an uncharacteristic dismissal, being ousted for a golden duck on the very first ball he faced. His dismissal, courtesy of a deceptive delivery from Harshal Patel, left the crowd at Dharamsala stunned. While Dhoni's exit left the crowd at Dharamsala in disbelief, Punjab Kings' co-owner and Bollywood actress Preity Zinta couldn't contain her joy and was spotted celebrating in the stands with a radiant smile, lauding Harshal for his splendid wicket-taking delivery. However, amidst Dhoni's rare setback, there emerged a moment of historical significance as he became the first player to achieve 150 catches in the IPL, underscoring his enduring legacy in the tournament.

The match also witnessed a peculiar occurrence as both teams' wicketkeepers failed to make an impact with the bat. Joining Dhoni in the early exit was Punjab Kings' wicketkeeper-batsman Jitesh Sharma, marking the fifth instance in IPL history when both teams' wicketkeepers failed to score. Despite this anomaly, Dhoni's milestone catch added a silver lining to the match, further accentuating his indelible imprint on the tournament.

- PTC PUNJABI