Let’s take a trip down memory lane to relive the unforgettable moments of the IPL 2021 final, where two teams battled it out for supremacy.
| Venue | Dubai International Cricket Stadium |
| Toss | Kolkata Knight Riders, elected to field first |
| Series | Indian Premier League |
| Season | 2021 |
| Player Of The Match | Faf du Plessis |
| Player Of The Series | Harshal Patel |
| Series result | Chennai Super Kings won the 2021 Indian Premier League |
| Hours of play (local time) | 18.00 start, First Session 18.00-19.30, Interval 19.30-19.50, Second Session 19.50-21.20 |
| Match days | 15 October 2021 – night (20-over match) |
| Umpires | Nitin Menon Richard Illingworth |
| TV Umpire | Sundaram Ravi |
| Reserve Umpire | Virender Sharma |
| Match Referee | Javagal Srinath |
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IPL 2021 Final Scorecard
The scene was ready for the big IPL 2021 finale, and fans were buzzing with excitement, eagerly waiting for the clash between the finalists. As the teams stepped onto the field, you could feel the thrill in the air, with anticipation building up.
The stakes were high, and both teams were eager to make their mark in cricket history. Let’s take a look at the scorecard of both the teams in the IPL 2021 Final.
Chennai Super Kings Innings
In a nail-biting contest, CSK and KKR faced off against each other, each trying to win the IPL title. The tension was intense as the players showcased their skills and strategies on the field.
Kolkata Knight Riders, elected to field first. CSK batted first in this match. Here is the scorecard of CSK innings in IPL 2021 Final.
CSK: 192/3 (20)
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| BATTING | R | B | M | 4s | 6s | SR | |
| Ruturaj Gaikwad | c Shivam Mavi b Narine | 32 | 27 | 41 | 3 | 1 | 118.51 |
| Faf du Plessis | c Iyer b Shivam Mavi | 86 | 59 | 104 | 7 | 3 | 145.76 |
| Robin Uthappa | lbw b Narine | 31 | 15 | 26 | 0 | 3 | 206.66 |
| Moeen Ali | not out | 37 | 20 | 36 | 2 | 3 | 185 |
| BOWLING | O | M | R | W | ECON | 0s | 4s | 6s |
| Shakib Al Hasan | 3 | 0 | 33 | 0 | 11 | 6 | 2 | 3 |
| Shivam Mavi | 4 | 0 | 32 | 1 | 8 | 8 | 1 | 2 |
| Lockie Ferguson | 4 | 0 | 56 | 0 | 14 | 4 | 7 | 2 |
| Varun Chakravarthy | 4 | 0 | 38 | 0 | 9.5 | 5 | 2 | 2 |
| Sunil Narine | 4 | 0 | 26 | 2 | 6.5 | 6 | 0 | 1 |
| Venkatesh Iyer | 1 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
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Kolkata Knight Riders Innings
In the second inning, KKR came on field to chase the target. As the match reached its climax, the tension reached fever pitch. With the outcome hanging in the balance, every ball bowled and every shot played became crucial.
Let’s take a look at the scorecard of KKR in IPL 2021 Final.
KKR: 165/9 (20)
| BATTING | R | B | M | 4s | 6s | SR | |
| Shubman Gill | lbw b Chahar | 51 | 43 | 74 | 6 | 0 | 118.6 |
| Venkatesh Iyer | c Jadeja b Thakur | 50 | 32 | 56 | 5 | 3 | 156.25 |
| Nitish Rana | c du Plessis b Thakur | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Sunil Narine | c Jadeja b Hazlewood | 2 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 100 |
| Eoin Morgan (c) | c Chahar b Hazlewood | 4 | 8 | 32 | 0 | 0 | 50 |
| Dinesh Karthik † | c Rayudu b Jadeja | 9 | 7 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 128.57 |
| Shakib Al Hasan | lbw b Jadeja | 0 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rahul Tripathi | c Ali b Thakur | 2 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 66.66 |
| Lockie Ferguson | not out | 18 | 11 | 27 | 1 | 1 | 163.63 |
| Shivam Mavi | c Chahar b Bravo | 20 | 13 | 22 | 1 | 2 | 153.84 |
| Varun Chakravarthy | not out | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | – |
| BOWLING | O | M | R | W | ECON | 0s | 4s | 6s |
| Deepak Chahar | 4 | 0 | 32 | 1 | 8 | 10 | 4 | 1 |
| Josh Hazlewood | 4 | 0 | 29 | 2 | 7.25 | 10 | 2 | 1 |
| Shardul Thakur | 4 | 0 | 38 | 3 | 9.5 | 11 | 3 | 1 |
| Dwayne Bravo | 4 | 0 | 29 | 1 | 7.25 | 9 | 1 | 2 |
| Ravindra Jadeja | 4 | 0 | 37 | 2 | 9.25 | 9 | 3 | 2 |
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IPL 2021 Final Players
In the end, it was CSK who emerged victorious, clinching the IPL 2021 title in a thrilling finale. Amidst the drama, there were standout performances that marked themselves into the memories of fans.
Let’s take a look at the Playing XI of IPL 2021 Final match of both the teams.
CSK
Ruturaj Gaikwad, Faf du Plessis, Robin Uthappa, Moeen Ali, Ambati Rayudu, MS Dhoni (c & wk), Ravindra Jadeja, Dwayne Bravo, Shardul Thakur, Deepak Chahar, Josh Hazlewood
KKR
Shubman Gill, Venkatesh Iyer, Nitish Rana, Rahul Tripathi, Dinesh Karthik (wk), Eoin Morgan (c), Shakib Al Hasan, Sunil Narine, Lockie Ferguson, Shivam Mavi, Varun Chakaravarthy.
The IPL 2021 final was an incredible sight, packed with excitement, drama, and moments that will be remembered forever. From the intense battle between the top teams to the joyous celebrations that followed, it marked a perfect ending to an exciting season of IPL cricket.
As fans eagerly look forward to the next tournament, they can hold onto the memories of the amazing showdown that happened in the IPL 2021 final.
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FAQs about IPL 2021 Final:
Which teams played in the IPL 2021 Final?
- The IPL 2021 Final featured CSK and KKR competing for the championship title.
Where was the IPL 2021 Final held?
- The IPL 2021 Final took place at Dubai International Cricket Stadium.
Who won the IPL 2021 Final?
- Chennai Super Kings won the IPL final in 2021 and lifted the trophy.
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