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The defending champions of the IPL 2023, Gujarat Titans outplayed Chennai Super Kings by five wickets in the tournament opener. Shubhman Gill starred with the bat scoring 63 runs while a collective effort from the bowlers restricted the opposition from posting a big total in the first innings.

Magnificent fielding efforts often culminate in game-changing moments but poor fielding efforts can also help an under pressure opposition free themselves, CSK suffered the same experience when Ben Stokes and Devon Conway’s miscommunication at the boundary line leaked four extra runs.

England skipper Ben Stokes has confirmed he would not be available for the later stages of the IPL in order to prepare for a crucial Test summer in England. The team is scheduled to host six Tests just after the IPL's end albeit no England player has been asked to withdraw early from the event.

Suresh Raina has claimed that Ravindra Jadeja will turn out to be a great support for MS Dhoni in the upcoming edition of the IPL after his comeback from injury. Raina also added that the all-rounder has gone through great rehab and is ready to showcase impressive performances in the tournament.