At the start of the Indian Premier League 2020, Chennai Super Kings’ opener Shane Watson became a hot topic of discussion. Watson, in the first four games, scored just 52 points with an average of 13 points and a strike rate of 108.33.
Looking at Watson’s form, there were doubts that CSK captain MS Dhoni would dismiss the former Australian all-rounder or continue to trust him.CSK opened a game against Kings XI Punjab on Sunday after three straight losses. Dhoni decided to keep Watson on the team. KXIP asked CSK to chase 175 in Dubai, and it was up to Watson and Faf du Plessis to give the team a good start. Watson and du Plessis did even better. The two then completed the entire chase on their own.
Watson scored 83 undefeated on 53 balls, while Faf du Plessis scored 87 points on 53 balls as CSK won the match with 10 wickets in hand and 14 balls remaining. After CSK’s victory, former Australian coach Brett Lee praised his support for Watson a move that ultimately gave CSK their second win of the season. “The great thing about MS Dhoni is that he believes his players are committed to the XI which is there. He also supports the 13-14 who are there in the event of an injury.
This is the XI he believes in, joins the team. They played so well and like they say the lions will sleep pretty well tonight, ”said Brett Lee. “Hats off to MSD for giving Watson this opportunity and supporting his teammate. Watto came out and totally dominated him.
The way he came down the line and didn’t cross the line in the last few games, he crossed the line. When he’s in good shape he can do it but Shane Watson tonight was on fire,”added Lee.
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