NEW DELHI: Marcus Stoinis propelled Lucknow Super Giants to a remarkable victory over Chennai Super Kings in the Indian Premier League on Tuesday. Stoinis' breathtaking innings not only secured victory but also etched his name in IPL history books with the highest individual score in a successful run-chase.
Stoinis' remarkable performance at the daunting fortress of Chepauk was not merely a feat of skill but a manifestation of wisdom imparted by none other than former CSK captain, MS Dhoni.
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In a post-match revelation shared by LSG on social media, Stoinis disclosed Dhoni's invaluable advice on handling pressure in big games in a video dated February 24, 2024.
"MS Dhoni said one thing to me. He said in big games, everyone thinks that I've got to do something extra. I've got to do something different. His mantra and how he speaks to himself is he stays there, he stands still and he says everyone else is going to change. I'm going to be the only one here that doesn't change and that holds him ahead of everyone else," Stoinis recounted, reflecting on Dhoni's composed approach amidst high-stakes encounters.
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Drawing inspiration from Dhoni's mantra, Stoinis executed a masterclass in batting, surpassing former Punjab Kings' batter Paul Valthaty's record to register the highest individual score in a successful run-chase in IPL history.
Stoinis' unbeaten 124 off just 63 balls, adorned with 13 boundaries and six towering sixes, showcased his sheer dominance and determination on the field.
With a staggering strike rate of 196.83, Stoinis' innings not only dismantled CSK's formidable bowling attack but also propelled LSG into the top four in the points table.
1/10:Ton-up Stoinis helps LSG beat CSK
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2/10:Ton-up Stoinis LSG beat CSK
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3/10:Marcus Stoinis
<p>Australia's Marcus Stoinis hit an unbeaten 124 as Lucknow Super Giants chased down a target of 211 with six wickets and three balls to spare against Chennai Super Kings on Tuesday. </p>AFP
4/10:Maiden IPL ton
<p>It was Stoinis' first IPL century and his second in T20 cricket, trumping an unbeaten 108 by Chennai skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad at M.A. Chidambaram Stadium. </p>AP
5/10:3 balls to spare
<p>Lucknow looked in trouble at 88-3 after 11 overs but Stoinis put on 70 runs with Nicholas Pooran, (34) and an unbeaten 65-run stand with Deepak Hooda to achieve victory in 19.3 overs. </p>TNN
6/10:56-ball ton
<p>Stoinis reached his hundred in 56 balls as he and Hooda (17*), secured Lucknow's second straight win over Chennai, replacing the five-time winners in fourth spot. </p>AP
7/10:Smash Stoinis
<p>Needing 17 to win in the final over, Stoinis smashed Mustafizur Rahman for a six and three fours, including one off a no ball, to register the highest score by a batsman while chasing in the IPL. </p>AFP
8/10:63-ball knock
<p>Stoinis walked in in the first over after Quinton de Kock's departure for a duck and paced his innings to perfection as he hit 13 fours and six sixes in his 63-ball knock. </p>TNN
9/10:56-ball ton
<p>Gaikwad took on the opposition attack despite losing Ajinkya Rahane and Daryl Mitchell and raised his hundred from 56 balls with a six and four. </p>AP
