The energy at Chinnaswamy Stadium was electrifying as New Zealand’s Devon Conway and India’s Mohammad Siraj had a playful exchange during Day 1 of the IND vs NZ 1st Test. The crowd roared with chants, some calling “DSP, DSP” for Siraj, while a chorus of “CSK, CSK” echoed through the stands for Conway, sparking a moment of fan-fueled banter.
The incident happened during the 15th over when Conway dispatched Siraj for a stunning boundary. Riding on momentum, Conway played a smooth and stylish knock, racing to his fifty in just 54 balls. His quick runs even saw him surpass India’s first innings total of 46 with ease! Unfortunately, he fell short of a century, departing for a well-deserved 91.
Devon Conway was intentionally sledged by Siraj, as he often does to batters without any fault on their part. Conway responded with a wink and smashed boundaries, and the stadium erupted with 'CSK! CSK!' chants 🤣 pic.twitter.com/6FkxuWDGDm
— Yash (@CSKYash_) October 17, 2024
Will Conway Be Back for IPL 2025?
Devon Conway, a key figure in CSK’s 2023 IPL triumph, did not play in the 2024 season due to injury. However, the “Yellow Army” will be eager to retain their star opener for the IPL 2025 mega auction. In the 2023 season, Conway was a powerhouse, accumulating 672 runs in 15 innings with an impressive average of 51.69 and a strike rate of 139.71.
His heroic performance in the IPL 2023 final, where he hammered 47 off 25 balls, earned him the Player of the Match award as Chennai Super Kings clinched their fifth IPL title, defeating Gujarat Titans in a rain-shortened game.
Looking ahead to IPL 2025, fans can expect Conway to reunite with Ruturaj Gaikwad at the top of the order, forming a dynamic duo that will aim to deliver explosive starts for CSK once again. With his talent and determination, Conway’s return to the IPL promises excitement and thrilling performances for cricket lovers worldwide.
