In a twist of fate Ravindra Jadeja clinched the victory for the Chennai Super Kings with a six and a winning four at 1;35 AM. The Gujarat Titans had earlier set a record breaking total of 214/4, the highest in an IPL 2023 final.
Nonetheless it was the Chennai Super Kings who emerged victorious by 5 wickets (DLS method) claiming their title and matching the Mumbai Indians record.
| Venue | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
| Toss | Chennai Super Kings, elected to field first |
| Player Of The Match | Devon Conway |
| Player Of The Series | Shubman Gill |
| Series result | Chennai Super Kings won the 2023 Indian Premier League |
| Match days | 28,29 May 2023 – night (20-over match) |
| GT Player Replacement | Impact player: Josh Littlein, Sai Sudharsanout (1st innings, 19.6 ov) |
| CSK Player Replacement | Impact player: Shivam Dubein, Matheesha Pathiranaout (2nd innings, 6.3 ov) |
| Umpires | Nitin MenonDRS Rod TuckerDRS |
| TV Umpire | KN Ananthapadmanabhan |
| Reserve Umpire | Jayaraman Madanagopal |
| Match Referee | Javagal Srinath |
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IPL 2023 Final Scorecard
As the match commenced, Chennai Super Kings won the toss and elected to field first. The crowd erupted into cheers as Gujarat Titans’ openers started the inning confidently to the crease, ready to take on the challenge.
With each boundary and six, the tension mounted, and the scoreboard ticked away, showcasing the batting prowess of Gujarat Titans’ lineup. Let’s take a look at the scorecard of Gujarat Titans innings.
Gujarat Titans Innings
GT – 214/4 (20)
| BATTING | R | B | M | 4s | 6s | SR | |
| Wriddhiman Saha | c Dhoni b Chahar | 54 | 39 | 63 | 5 | 1 | 138.46 |
| Shubman Gill | st Dhoni b Jadeja | 39 | 20 | 34 | 7 | 0 | 195 |
| Sai Sudharsan | lbw b Pathirana | 96 | 47 | 58 | 8 | 6 | 204.25 |
| Hardik Pandya (c) | not out | 21 | 12 | 32 | 0 | 2 | 175 |
| Rashid Khan | c Gaikwad b Pathirana | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| BOWLING | O | M | R | W | ECON | 0s | 4s | 6s |
| Deepak Chahar | 4 | 0 | 38 | 1 | 9.5 | 5 | 3 | 1 |
| Tushar Deshpande | 4 | 0 | 56 | 0 | 14 | 4 | 7 | 3 |
| Maheesh Theekshana | 4 | 0 | 36 | 0 | 9 | 8 | 3 | 2 |
| Ravindra Jadeja | 4 | 0 | 38 | 1 | 9.5 | 3 | 3 | 1 |
| Matheesha Pathirana | 4 | 0 | 44 | 2 | 11 | 7 | 4 | 2 |
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Chennai Super Kings Innings
Facing a big target, Chennai Super Kings’ batsman took to the field with grit and determination. Despite early setbacks, they refused to back down, launching a spirited counterattack against Gujarat Titans’ bowlers.
Boundaries flowed freely, and the momentum swung in CSK’s favor as they mounted a remarkable fightback, much to the delight of their supporters.
CSK: 171/5 (15)
| BATTING | R | B | M | 4s | 6s | SR | |
| Ruturaj Gaikwad | c Rashid Khan b Noor Ahmad | 26 | 16 | 30 | 3 | 1 | 162.5 |
| Devon Conway | c Sharma b Noor Ahmad | 47 | 25 | 34 | 4 | 2 | 188 |
| Shivam Dube | not out | 32 | 21 | 49 | 0 | 2 | 152.38 |
| Ajinkya Rahane | c Shankar b Sharma | 27 | 13 | 20 | 2 | 2 | 207.69 |
| Ambati Rayudu | c & b Sharma | 19 | 8 | 8 | 1 | 2 | 237.5 |
| MS Dhoni (c)† | c Miller b Sharma | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Ravindra Jadeja | not out | 15 | 6 | 14 | 1 | 1 | 250 |
| BOWLING | O | M | R | W | ECON | 0s | 4s | 6s |
| Mohammed Shami | 3 | 0 | 29 | 0 | 9.66 | 5 | 4 | 0 |
| Hardik Pandya | 1 | 0 | 14 | 0 | 14 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Rashid Khan | 3 | 0 | 44 | 0 | 14.66 | 2 | 4 | 3 |
| Noor Ahmad | 3 | 0 | 17 | 2 | 5.66 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| Josh Little | 2 | 0 | 30 | 0 | 15 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Mohit Sharma | 3 | 0 | 36 | 3 | 12 | 4 | 2 | 3 |
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IPL 2023 Final Players
With the match hanging in the balance, a pivotal moment arrived that would change the course of the game. Ravindra Jadeja emerged as a hero for CSK as he hit a winning four leading his team to lift the trophy.
Let’s take a look at the Playing XI of both the teams in IPL 2023 Final.
CSK
Ruturaj Gaikwad, Devon Conway, Ajinkya Rahane, Moeen Ali, Ambati Rayudu, Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni (c & wk), Deepak Chahar, Matheesha Pathirana, Tushar Deshpande, Maheesh Theekshana
GT
Wriddhiman Saha (wk), Shubman Gill, Sai Sudharsan, Hardik Pandya (c), Vijay Shankar, David Miller, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, Mohit Sharma, Noor Ahmad, Mohammed Shami
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The IPL 2023 final was a spectacle to behold, filled with drama, excitement, and unforgettable moments. From the electrifying batting displays to the nail-biting finish, it was a fitting conclusion to yet another thrilling season of IPL cricket. As we look forward to the next edition of the tournament, one thing is certain – the magic of IPL cricket will continue to captivate audiences and inspire generations of cricket lovers around the world.
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FAQs about IPL 2023 Final:
Who played in the IPL 2023 Final?
- The IPL 2023 Final featuredChennai Super Kings and Gujarat Titans battling for the championship title.
What was the result of the IPL 2023 Final?
- Chennai Super Kings won the IPL final in 2023 and lifted the trophy.
Where was the IPL 2023 Final held?
- The IPL 2023 Final took place at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad.
Who were the standout players in the IPL 2023 Final?
- The IPL 2023 Final had players who delivered exceptional performances but Ravindra Jadeda’s match winning performance stood out the most.
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