In pics: Top guns Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings gear up for IPL 2021
Former Indian Premier League (IPL) champions Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings have begun their preparations for the 14th edition of the T20 league but in rival cities as no franchise will play at home due to COVID-19 pandemic. While defending champions Mumbai Indians will be seen in IPL 2021 opener against Royal Challengers Bangalore in Chennai on Friday (April 9), CSK will take on last year's runners-up Delhi Capitals in the second match of the tournament on Saturday (April 10) in Mumbai. Both side will be fully charged-up to get their IPL 2021 campaign off to a winning start. We take a look at preparation of two teams through these pics.
Apr 06, 2021, 13:19 PM IST
Indian Premier League 2020: Our place in points table appropriate, says Chennai Super Kings coach Fleming
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) coach Stephen Fleming said that there is a lot of hurt, disappointment and frustration within the camp after the three-time IPL champions crashed to Mumbai Indians (MI) by 10 wickets on Friday.
Oct 24, 2020, 15:24 PM IST
IPL 2020: You won't believe what Chennai Super Kings head coach Stephen Fleming said after loss against Rajasthan Royals
CSK head coach Fleming has hinted that the morale in the CSK dressing room is very low as they are unlikely to make it to the playoffs.
Oct 21, 2020, 10:50 AM IST
IPL 2020: We back our players way longer than possible, says CSK coach Stephen Fleming
Chennai Super Kings' 'reticent' approach to change when faced with poor results has been the key to its success over the years, said head coach Stephen Fleming, citing veteran Australian all-rounder Shane Watson as a shining example of what the side has achieved.
Oct 05, 2020, 15:41 PM IST
Indian Premier League 2020: Chennai Super Kings coach Stephen Fleming says form of Ravindra Jadeja, Piyush Chawla an area of concern
Jadeja has so far picked up just two wickets in the tournament and in the last two matches, the spinner has gone for runs. On the other hand, Chawla has picked up four wickets so far, but the spinner conceded 55 runs from his four overs in the match against Rajasthan Royals.
Sep 26, 2020, 15:57 PM IST
On this day in 2003, New Zealand's Stephen Fleming scored maiden double ton
Fleming scored an unbeaten 274 runs, which also comprised of 28 boundaries and a six, in New Zealand's first innings against Sri Lanka in the opening Test in 2003.
Apr 26, 2020, 14:29 PM IST
IPL 2020 auction: MS Dhoni has a great relation with Piyush Chawla, says Stephen Fleming
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) head coach Stephen Fleming on Thursday said they rate seasoned leggie Piyush Chawla very highly, adding England all-rounder Sam Curran has a great attitude after they roped in the pair at the Indian Premier League (IPL) auction here.
Dec 19, 2019, 21:13 PM IST
MS Dhoni-Stephen Fleming best captain-coach combination in the world: Shane Watson
Watson feels that even with Chennai Super Kings (CSK), it is all about smooth management and credit for that goes to the trio of N. Srinivasan, skipper MS Dhoni and coach Stephen Fleming.
Aug 15, 2019, 18:34 PM IST
'Kedar Jadhav should be fit in two weeks'
Jadhav suffered an injury during the Chennai Super Kings match with Kings XI Punjab on Sunday.
We look at workload as our team is a little older than others: Chennai coach Stephen Fleming
The former New Zealand captain said that his team does not wish to complicate things going into the playoffs of the Indian Premier League.
May 04, 2019, 18:34 PM IST
Will take call on MS Dhoni's participation against Delhi before toss: Chennai coach Stephen Fleming
Dhoni didn't take part in Tuesday's training session and also missed the practice on Monday.
Apr 30, 2019, 20:56 PM IST
Skipper MS Dhoni's absence was quite a big hole to fill: Coach Stephen Fleming
Hosts CSK lost by 46 runs to Mumbai Indians in their return-leg Indian Premier League encounter, which Dhoni missed due to fever.
Apr 27, 2019, 15:40 PM IST
I will never question MS Dhoni's final-over calculations: Stephen Fleming
With 36 runs needed in the last two overs, Dhoni refused three singles in the 19th over bowled by Navdeep Saini getting just 10 off it including a six off a no-ball.
Apr 22, 2019, 17:21 PM IST
He'll be questioned but MSD was only seeking clarity: Stephen Fleming comes to Dhoni's defence
In a rare instance, Dhoni, who was not even meant to be on the field of play, lost his cool and rushed out of the dugout to challenge umpire Ulhas Gandhe after he flip-flopped on a no-ball during the IPL match against Rajasthan Royals on Thursday night.
Apr 12, 2019, 16:27 PM IST
Stephen Fleming all praise for rival team player Hardik Pandya's all-round brilliance
Pandya smashed an unbeaten 25 from just eight balls and in the company of big-hitting West Indian Kieron Pollard (17 not out from 7 balls) went for an all-out assault on the CSK bowling attack to help MI post 170 for 5 after struggling at 57 for 3 at the halfway stage at the Wankhede Stadium.
Apr 04, 2019, 18:25 PM IST
Dhoni will mostly bat at No 4 but we can be flexible: CSK coach Stephen Fleming
Dhoni, who will be leading the defending champions for the 10th year, would be used as a floater if required but Kedar Jadhav's presence makes it easier to fix the slots.
Mar 20, 2019, 16:57 PM IST
Ross Taylor overtakes former skipper Stephen Fleming as New Zealand's leading run-scorer in ODIs
He surpassed former skipper Stephen Fleming who was previously leading the run-scoring charts, having smashed 8007 runs in 279 matches, with eight centuries and 49 half-centuries in the kitty.
Feb 20, 2019, 13:39 PM IST
Ross Taylor needs 51 runs to become New Zealand's leading run-scorer in ODIs
Fleming is currently leading the run-scoring charts, having scored 8007 runs in 279 matches, with eight centuries and 49 half-centuries to his credit.
Feb 19, 2019, 16:37 PM IST
MS Dhoni's leadership key to IPL success, says Stephen Fleming
Chennai chief coach Stephen Fleming on Monday hailed Mahendra Singh Dhoni's leadership qualities, and said the veteran stumper's wily captaincy was one of the key reasons behind the team's third title triumph in the Indian Premier League.
May 28, 2018, 22:15 PM IST
The Dhonis and Rainas take you deep in the tournament: CSK head coach Stephen Fleming
Chennai head coach Stephen Fleming has admitted that his franchise experienced a difficult time during the two-year ban from the IPL and his players were motivated to win the title.
May 28, 2018, 16:29 PM IST
