IPL 2024: Virat Kohli Vs Gautam Gambhir To Rinku Singh's 5 Sixes; Unforgettable Moments From Last Season - In Pics

During the match, Kohli and Afghanistan bowler Naveen-u-Haq got into a verbal altercation that intensified after the game. In the middle of the traditional handshake, Naveen pushed Kohli's hand away, clearly in pain. Gambhir got into a furious confrontation with the other two players shortly after, and they were all punished for violating the IPL Code of Conduct.

MS Dhoni, the epitome of the nation's cricketing pride and the face of CSK, once again showcased his enduring charm and unwavering fan following. In a riveting encounter against the Rajasthan Royals, the evergreen 'Thala' delivered a mesmerizing innings, scoring 32 runs off just 17 balls.

In a thrilling showdown at the Chinnaswamy Stadium, cricket enthusiasts witnessed the dramatic last-ball victory of the Lucknow SuperGiants over the Royal Challengers Bangalore.

Making his debut in the vibrant yellow jersey, Ajinkya Rahane delivered a scintillating performance, crafting the fastest fifty of IPL 2023 in a showdown against the Mumbai Indians at the iconic Wankhede Stadium. Rahane's blitzkrieg innings unfolded in a mere 19 balls, leaving spectators in awe of his batting prowess.

In a sensational display of bowling mastery, Gujarat Titans' skipper Rashid Khan etched his name in the annals of IPL 2023 history by securing the tournament's inaugural hat-trick against KKR.

Leading the chart for the longest sixes of IPL 2023 is none other than Faf Du Plessis, the esteemed captain of the Royal Challengers Bangalore. A colossal six measuring an astounding 115 meters, launched from the bat of Faf at the iconic Chinnaswamy Stadium was unforgettable.

In an electrifying showdown against the Gujarat Titans (GT), KKR's Rinku Singh showcased his brilliance by hammering five consecutive sixes, steering his team to a spectacular victory. With the Knights needing 29 runs from the final over against Yash Dayal, Rinku, accompanied by Umesh Yadav, seized the moment.