MS Dhoni and Suresh Raina's heartfelt reunion during the CSK vs RCB match delighted fans, while Dhoni became CSK's highest run-scorer, overtaking Raina's record. Despite Dhoni's efforts, CSK fell short of RCB's score, ending RCB's 17-year winless streak at Chepauk. The emotional evening also saw a warm moment between Virat Kohli and Raina.
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