Dhoni's move to come and bat at number nine received criticism from fans and ex-cricketers alike as CSK succumbed to a 50-run loss to RCB at their home arena of Chepauk Stadium on Friday, marking their second loss to the Red and Gold franchise at their home. Dhoni came to the crease with his team at 99/7 in 15.2 overs while chasing 197 runs to win and his brief cameo of 30* in 16 balls, with three fours and two sixes, though entertaining, was simply not enough.