NEW DELHI: Former cricketers have weighed in on the highly anticipated clash between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Chennai Super Kings in the Indian Premier League, tipping CSK as the favourites due to the formidable presence of MS Dhoni and the team's track record in pressure situations.
Speaking on Star Sports, former India cricketer Mohammad Kaif elaborated on Dhoni's prowess in high-stakes matches, citing his pivotal role in India's 2011 World Cup triumph despite being out of form. Kaif emphasized Dhoni's tendency to step up when it matters most, noting that CSK's history of success in knockout games further solidifies their status as frontrunners against RCB.