Published 05/12/2019, 11:20 AM PDT This Sunday night is a huge night for sport in general, with the F1 Spanish GP, the final match week of the Premier League, the final of the Madrid Open, and now, the IPL 2019 final. Contesting in the final, are the Mumbai Indians and the Chennai Super Kings, both aiming for IPL number 4. However, a bit of controversy erupted, involving CSK skipper, MS Dhoni. ADVERTISEMENT Article continues below this ad It is safe to say that umpire, Nigel Llong, is not having a good week at all and it is about to get worse. Earlier, Llong was involved in an argument with Royal Challengers Bangalore captain, Virat Kohli. Kohli was unhappy with Llong’s decision to call a final-over no-ball off Umesh Yadav’s bowling. Replays suggested that the delivery was legal and Llong had a lengthy discussion with Virat Kohli and Umesh Yadav. After that particular match, Llong was so frustrated that he kicked a door. ADVERTISEMENT Article continues below this ad Now, during the CSK vs MI final, Llong has been put under the spotlight once again. This time, the person who was opposing was CSK captain MS Dhoni. At the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad, MS Dhoni had been given run out at the hands of Ishan Kishan. MS Dhoni Llong declared Dhoni out, much to the dismay of the Chennai fans, and he was given his marching orders. The incident occurred in the 12th over when Hardik Pandya had the ball. Shane Watson was on strike and they completed one run. However, there was a misfield on Mumbai’s end and Dhoni and Watson promptly scampered back for a second run. ADVERTISEMENT Article continues below this ad When third umpire was consulted (Llong), one angle showed Dhoni well inside the crease when the stump light lit up. However, another angle showed that he was just outside the safe zone. It honestly looked too close to call but Llong was evidently convinced that MS Dhoni was out. In the end, MS Dhoni was sent back to the dugout for 2 runs. ADVERTISEMENT Article continues below this ad<doc-sep>CSK IPL MS Dhoni IPL 2019 'Paaapaaaaa, comeon papaa!' What better than cheering for your dad at his workplace?! #Ziva #WhistlePodu #Yellove… https://t.co/KvP33RS2bn — Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) 1553626961000 The Indian Premier League (IPL) is known to bring out the best from young players and team combinations. And this season has been no different. But the one thing that stands out is the consistency of three-time champions Chennai Super Kings (). Once called out for the average age of their squad, now the team holds the record for having the most appearances in theplayoffs. And many hold one man responsible for the unrivaled success; the team's skipperThe skipper, who called their consistency "a trade secret", is once again the highlight of this season. From swift stumping to some out-of-character incidents; here are five highlights of MS Dhoni fromso far.He is also known as 'Captain Cool'. But during a match between CSK and Rajasthan Royals, fans witnessed a rare side to MS Dhoni. The cricketer stormed out on to the field and had an animated discussion with the umpires. The talk was with regard to a 'waist-high' no-ball call, which was initially given by umpire Ulhas Gandhe but later declined by Bruce Oxenford.Fans and cricketers alike were taken by surprise, sparking debates on social media. The incident left Dhoni levied with a fine of 50 per cent of his match fee.Dhoni is known for his agility behind the stumps, but this wicket takes the cake. After sitting out two matches, the cricketer came back with a blast. In a crucial match against Delhi Capitals, Dhoni was not only responsible for a stunning knock of 44 runs off 22 balls, but was also a part of sensational stumpings.The wicket-keeper's quick reflexes and keen eye came into play as Dhoni took the crucial wicket of Chris Morris. The move happened in a blink of an eye, as Dhoni whisked the bails while Morris' heel had been in the air for a fraction of a second. The quick maneuver took everyone by surprise, earning praise from cricketers and fans alike.Doubts on Dhoni's form were raised as the batsman was put to rest for a couple of matches due to his back. But the skipper assured his fans that it was only a muscle spasm. In a post-match conference, the cricketer said that his back was holding up well, and he was being cautious with the World Cup right around the corner.Another moment which was uncharacteristic of MS Dhoni was when he pulled up fellow bowler Deepak Chahar. The bowler, in a match against Kings XI Punjab, had bowled back-to-back no-balls at the start of the penultimate over of the match. It did not take long for the skipper to leave his usual spot behind the spots to have a serious conversation with Chahar. And the conversation worked magic as Chahar pulled in a massive turnover, even taking David Miller's crucial wicket on the final delivery of his over.The cricketer may have millions of fans who travel from across the globe to just see him, but he has a very special spectator at every game - his daughter, Ziva. The adorable four-year-old is a frequent onlooker from the stands, lending support to her father on the pitch. A moment that cannot be missed is when she was heard yelling "Go papa!" from her seat.<doc-sep>Mumbai Indians beat Chennai Super Kings by a solitary run to clinch a record fourth Indian Premier League (IPL) title on Sunday night. But the MI vs CSK IPL 2019 final was not short of some controversial moments -- the biggest being MS Dhoni's game-changing run out. The CSK skipper came into bat with Shane Watson going great guns at the other end but steadily running out of partners. The need of the hour for CSK was what MS Dhoni does best -- bat patiently and chase the total down one run at a time. MS Dhoni made his usual slow start to the innings but after scoring just 2 runs, his stay at the crease was brought to a premature end courtesy a rocket throw from Mumbai Indians' Ishan Kishan. However, what followed next was the nerviest few minutes for both sets of fans. As the on-field umpire signalled for the third umpire, replays started playing on TV screens. Nigel Llong, the third umpire, must have immediately known he had a task on his hands and further viewing of replays from different angles only served to increase the confusion. See for yourself and decide. Was MS Dhoni out or not out? MS Dhoni run-out! Out or Not out? https://t.co/dkrfpPHQ2V via @ipl — Shubham Pandey (@21shubhamPandey) May 13, 2019 While commentator Sanjay Manjrekar, based on one angle, vehemently called for MS Dhoni to be given out, other commentators were not so sure and thought the benefit of the doubt and the inconclusive nature of the replays would see the third umpire rule in the batsman's favour. But it wasn't to be for Chennai and their fans as MS Dhoni was given out as Mumbai Indians sniffed a way back into the game. Promoted After the match many CSK fans took to Twitter to vent their anger at the third umpire's decision even as some defended the dismissal. Again bad decision for run out in @IPL third umpire waits for money to be credited in his account before giving @msdhoni out. This is not @IPL . This is league between money (@mipaltan ) and best and in the end money wins over best. Always a @msdhoni @ChennaiIPL fan. — Vikas Sharma (@VikasLogic) May 12, 2019 #IPL2019Final #MIvCSK is 110%fixed.I feel sorry for the stupid people debating @msdhoni 's run out. @ShaneRWatson33 threw away his wicket in the end, and @imShard sent instead of @harbhajan_singh ,who is a better batsman. What a waste of 5 hours #CSKvMI #MumbaiIndians — Murtaza Telya (@Mt_Stocks88) May 12, 2019 I ask all people msdhoni was run out yes or no I say not out kiyoki muskil dissison bestman ke paksh me jana chaiye pic.twitter.com/u5Z8iV28os — Nitish MsDhoni fens 99%floow back (@NMurlipur) May 12, 2019 @msdhoni was not run out, bad umpiring lost d match 4 CSK. And raina lost d game for us. Raina should retire from ipl now, becoming burden for CSK. — Chowkidar RajeeV Singh (@singhrajeev250) May 13, 2019 @msdhoni dear sir my respect always with u. Yesterday lost i cant tolrate more than i cant tolrate ur run out desiciom because it is clear not out. — Ranjit (@Ranjit00621714) May 13, 2019 Run out of @msdhoni was controversial. Benefits of doubt must be for Batsman. Out was not clear. — Chowkidar # Atul Sharma (@atulsharmagzb) May 13, 2019 The run out decision given to @msdhoni is definitely a controversial one and will be in the fan's minds for some time. Such a poor decision by Nigel Long despite of taking that much time. Benefit of doubt rule is probably forgotten or Opted out. #IPLFinal2019 #CSKvMI — Krish Gopal (@krishgopal86) May 13, 2019 #IPL2019Final #MIvCSK DHONI run-out which was not a run-out even commentators were also saying Congratulations #ambani family for buying another trophy... You play hard #csk But Mukesh ambani play (pay) harder@ChennaiIPL @msdhonipic.twitter.com/P0a2DC6FDP — Hanish singh (@hanishsingh276) May 12, 2019 Except for @sanjaymanjrekar no one in entire commentary team and two teams that were playing were convinced of @msdhoni run out. @sanjaymanjrekar was convinced in one shot alone. May be he should be ambassador of @mipaltan #cskvsmi #IPL2019Final — Gursimran Kochhar MD (@GKochharMD) May 12, 2019 Disappointed Dhoni didn't race out to remonstrate with the ump. #IPL — Adam Collins (@collinsadam) May 12, 2019 I love how passionate some fans are about our sport. I have huge respect for MS but how anyone could see the below photo and say it's not out truly astounds mepic.twitter.com/Mg9fe5h9I9 — Jimmy Neesham (@JimmyNeesh) May 13, 2019 After Shane Watson had hit a fierce 80, CSK needed two runs off the final ball to overtake Mumbai Indians' 149/8 but Sri Lankan Lasith Malinga dismissed Shardul Thakur with a perfect yorker to claim the landmark win. Windies all-rounder Kieron Pollard smashed an unbeaten 41 off 25 balls to set up what turned out to be the winning total for Mumbai Indians.<doc-sep>
IPL 2019: My heart went out to MS Dhoni, he was really heartbroken, says Sanjay Manjrekar CSK skipper MS Dhoni in the post-match presentation admitted that MI did fewer mistakes than his side did. MS Dhoni must be a very broken man as he suffered his sixth loss in 9 finals in IPL history as Mumbai Indians defeated Chennai Super Kings by just one run to win their fourth IPL title on Sunday in Hyderabad. Lasith Malinga trapped Shardul Thakur LBW on the last ball of the match with two runs needed and clinched the title for the Mumbai franchise. Chennai Super Kings had done everything needed to reach their second straight final in two years and defend their title. They played some really good cricket, MS Dhoni showed some amazing form with the bat and with the gloves behind the stumps and spinners won them games even on unconducive pitches. But they couldn’t overcome one obstacle, Mumbai Indians, who defeated them four times in the tournament. Dhoni just couldn’t find a way to defeat the Men in Blue and Gold to showcase another trophy in their wardrobe. Sanjay Manjrekar feels Dhoni was heartbroken after final setback Sanjay Manjrekar, who hosted the post-match ceremony after the big final, revealed that the veteran cricketer was heartbroken during their interview and he has never seen him like that ever before. “My heart went out to Dhoni speaking to him in the post-match, he seemed really heartbroken. Never seen him like that before,” Sanjay Manjrekar wrote on Twitter. My heart went out to Dhoni speaking to him in the post match, he seemed really heartbroken. Never seen him like that before. — Sanjay Manjrekar (@sanjaymanjrekar) May 12, 2019 Speaking at the post-match presentation ceremony, MS Dhoni was quoted saying, “As a team, we had a good season. But we need to go back and reflect on how we reached the finals. It’s not one of those years where we played really great cricket to reach here. The middle order wasn’t great, and today it was very funny as to how both teams were only passing on the trophy from one team to the other. Both teams made a lot of mistakes, the team that made one lesser mistake won.” CSK restricted MI to 149/8 with Kieron Pollard making unbeaten 41 and Deepak Chahar picking 3 wickets for Yellow Brigade. Their chase was shouldered by a brilliant knock of 80 from Shane Watson, who got run out in the last over leaving Shardul and Jadeja to do the needful against a wily Malinga. With two runs needed off the last ball, Malinga fired in a picture perfect yorker to wrap Shardul in front of the wickets and won the game by 1 run, giving MI their fourth IPL trophy. [interaction id=”5cd58c9fe6672558c9f515ee”]