Dhoni arrived at the crease with CSK needing just three runs for victory.
Dhoni arrived at the crease with CSK needing just three runs for victory, triggering a deafening roar from the Chepauk crowd. Broadcasters' equipment recorded a peak noise level of 125 decibels during the eruption.
The intensity of CSK fans' support for their beloved 'Thala' was such that KKR all-rounder Andre Russell had to cover his ears to shield himself from the deafening noise.
The video of Russell's reaction caused by Dhoni's entrance quickly went viral on social media.
Here’s the clip:
Coming to the match, the defending champions restricted KKR to a below-par total of 137/9 after opting to bowl first. It was a listless batting display from the visitors as no one managed to touch the 40-run mark. Skipper Shreyas Iyer was the top scorer with 34 off 32 balls.
Ravindra Jadeja (3/18), Tushar Deshpande (3/33), Mustafizur Rahman (2/22) and Maheesh Theekshana (1/28) were among the wickets for CSK.
In reply, the hosts rode on captain Ruturaj Gaikwad’s measured knock of 67* in 58 balls to overhaul the target with seven wickets in hand and 14 deliveries to spare.