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After being bought by Chennai Super Kings for the 2024 season, Vijay Shankar showcased his power-hitting skills during the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy.

In a dramatic over against Mumbai Indians' captain Hardik Pandya, Shankar smashed three huge sixes. The video of these shots quickly went viral. Watch the thrilling moments unfold in the video below.

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WATCH: Vijay Shankar smashes three sixes in a row off Hardik Pandya

Watch the thrilling moments unfold in the video below:

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Why was Vijay Shankar valued by Chennai Super Kings?

Vijay Shankar’s powerful performance came just after being picked up by Chennai Super Kings for the IPL 2024 season.

Known for his all-round abilities, Shankar had previously impressed with his contributions for Gujarat Titans in the IPL 2023, where he scored 301 runs and played a crucial role in several games.

His IPL journey has seen him represent several franchises over the years. Starting with CSK in 2014, his IPL career has had its ups and downs.

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He’s played for teams like Sunrisers Hyderabad, Delhi Capitals, and Gujarat Titans, with his most successful season coming in 2023 when he scored 301 runs. Chennai saw his value and invested INR 1.20 crore for his services.

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Saurav Goyal is a Content Producer at the Sporting News with over two years of experience in covering cricket. An avid cricket fan for more than two decades, his passion for the game led him to writing. Since then, he’s been delivering the latest news and engaging content to keep cricket fans informed and entertained.