In the Champions League T20 cricket tournament, Chennai Super Kings defeated Warriors by 10 runs in a crucial Group-A match at Port Elizabeth yesterday. Dhoni led Chennai became the second IPL team to qualify for the semifinals after Royal Challengers Bangalore. Despite the loss, the Warriors have also qualified for the semifinals piping Victoria on net run rate.Electing to bat first, Openers Michael Hussey and Murali Vijay shared a 63-run opening stand before skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni came up with a late 21-ball 31 to guide Chennai to 136 for six in their allotted 20 overs. In reply, Warriors could only make 126. Michael Hussey was named the man of the match for his brilliant 50.In the other Group-A match, Wayamba Elevens beat Central Districts by 74 runs.In the first semifinal, Chennai Super Kings will play Royal Challengers Bangalore at Durban on Friday.
News On AIR | September 23, 2010 9:16 AM
Champions League T-20: Chennai Super Kings beat Warriors by 10 runs