Chennai Super Kings are set to take on the defending champions Gujarat Titans in the final encounter of the Indian Premier League 2023. The Yellow Army will be eyeing their fifth title in the franchise-based league. On the other hand, GT will be looking to defend their title win two back to back IPL editions. Meanwhile, CSK veteran batter Ambati Rayudu has announced that the game against the Titans will be his last match in IPL. Follow IPL 2023 LIVE Updates on InsideSport.IN.
“2 great teams MI and CSK, 204 matches,14 seasons, 11 playoffs, 8 finals, 5 trophies. Hopefully, 6th tonight. It’s been quite a journey. I have decided that tonight’s final is going to be my last game in the IPL. I truly have enjoyed playing this great tournament. Thank u all. No u turn,” Rayudu said in a heartfelt tweet, announcing his retirement.
To note, the right-handed batter will play his 205th IPL game against the Gujarat Titans for the Chennai Super Kings eyeing a fifth IPL title. He has already played 8 finals in the tournament history in 14 seasons.
Ambati Rayudu IPL Career Highlights
- Matches: 203
- Runs: 4329
- Avg: 28.29
- Strike Rate: 127.29
- 100/50: 1/22
- HS: 100*
To note, Rayudu made his IPL debut way back in 2010. He immediately showed his prowess with the bat as he stroked a half-century. Batting in the middle-order, the talented batter has played some magical knocks in IPL. He has stroked 22 fifties and also one century vs Sunrisers Hyderabad. The senior batter will look to end his IPL career on a high note.
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