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IPL qualifier match: Chepauk's fan attendance soars after sluggish turnout

Chennai, May 24 (UNI) The MA Chidambaram Stadium witnessed a remarkable shift in spectator attendance during the second IPL qualifier match between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Rajasthan Royals here on Friday.
Initially, the turnout appeared lackluster, with only a modest gathering of spectators present.
However, the atmosphere underwent a rapid transformation following a crucial announcement-- Sunrisers Hyderabad had won the toss and opted to bat against the Rajasthan Royals.
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