Irfan Pathan, AB de Villiers, Munaf Patel React After GT vs CSK IPL 2023 Final Shifted to Reserve Day (Sportzpix)
IPL 2023 final between GT and CSK was postponed till reserve day, former Indian cricketers Irfan Pathan, Munaf Patel and RCB legend AB de Villiers reacted on Twitter
It was a long wait for fans across the country, who had traveled to the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad to watch Chennai Super Kings take on Gujarat Titans in the IPL 2023 final, and those who were watching the summit clash at home.
With players from both the teams arriving at the venue at 6:00 pm, there was a lot of anticipation among the fans as MS Dhoni’s CSK won against Hardik Pandya’s GT for their fifth IPL title, with the defending champions clinching it Aimed to make it two IPL titles. in a row.
The stage was set, but the rain god was thinking of something else. What started as a light drizzle slowly turned into a full-fledged hailstorm as the wait for the summit clash of IPL 2023 began.
GT vs CSK IPL 2023: Chennai Super Kings vs Gujarat Titans Final Move For Reserve Day After Rain Play Spillsport On Sunday
As rain continued the game of hide-and-seek, it was decided after much deliberation that the final of IPL 2023 would be played on Reserve Day, Monday, May 29.
With fans, past and present players eagerly awaiting one of the marquee fixtures of the year, rain played spoilsport and former South African cricketer AB de Villiers as well as former Indian pacer Munaf Patel ruled out IPL 2023. Reacted to being moved to the final. reserve day.
While de Villiers was expecting more ‘excitement’ and ‘anticipation’, Patel shared a hilarious meme after the match to sum up the emotions of many fans.
“Control what we can, and that is more excitement and anticipation for tomorrow! The plot thickens for the IPL 2023 final. Relax everyone, tomorrow is going to be a cracker,” wrote the Royal Challengers Bangalore veteran .
We can control what we can, and that is more excitement and anticipation for tomorrow! the plot thickens for @IPL 2023. Relax everyone, tomorrow is going to be a firecracker @JioCinema
— AB de Villiers (@ABdeVilliers17) May 28, 2023
Meanwhile, Munaf Patel shared a screenshot from the Bollywood epic ‘Hera Pheri’ movie.
“Hopefully, full game tomorrow. In the unlikely event that we cannot get even 5 overs in a side game, there will be a Super Over. If this is also not possible, then the higher ranked team at the end of the league stage is declared the winner,” tweeted noted commentator Harsha Bhogle.
Full game tomorrow, hopefully. In the unlikely event that we cannot get even 5 overs in a side game, there will be a Super Over. If this is also not possible, then the higher ranked team at the end of the league stage is declared the winner – Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) May 28, 2023
Meanwhile, former Indian pacer Irfan Pathan wrote, “20 is better… see you tomorrow.”
20 is better… see you tomorrow.- Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) May 28, 2023
Former CSK legend Matthew Hayden shared a video of fans leaving the venue completely drenched and praised the loyal IPL fans.
“Love you guys #bestfans see you tomorrow GT vs CSK IPL 2022 final,” read his note.
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The equation remains unchanged, both Chennai Super Kings and Gujarat Titans will be aiming for the league crown on May 29 with a full 20-over playing season permitting.