The Chepauk will witness a thrilling encounter as Gujarat Titans take on Chennai Super Kings in the first qualifier of IPL 2023. Scheduled for May 23, Tuesday, the match will kick off at 7.30 pm IST. Playing on their home turf, Chennai Super Kings have a golden opportunity to secure their spot in the final.

In their last league game, CSK showcased their prowess by defeating Delhi Capitals. They posted an impressive total of 223/3, fueled by remarkable performances from Ruturaj Gaikwad (79) and Devon Conway (87). The dynamic opening pair forged a formidable 141-run partnership, setting a solid foundation for Shivam Dube (22 off 9) and Ravindra Jadeja (20 off 7) to unleash a blistering finish to the innings.

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During Delhi Capitals’ chase, the CSK bowlers exhibited exceptional consistency, consistently claiming wickets. David Warner showed resilience with a commendable knock of 86 runs off 58 balls, while the rest of the batting lineup failed to make significant contributions. CSK’s bowlers proved their mettle, with each one securing a wicket. Deepak Chahar stood out with three dismissals, while Maheesh Theekshana picked up two crucial wickets.

In IPL 2023, Gujarat Titans achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first team to secure a spot in the playoffs. Their victory over SRH in the penultimate league match propelled them into the playoffs. As the defending champions, GT has consistently demonstrated its prowess by making it to the playoffs for consecutive years. With this opportunity, they now have a chance to secure back-to-back titles as well.