Riding on McCullum's unbeaten 56-ball 100 skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni's 29-ball 53, CSK posted a mammoth 209 for four in 20 and then restricted SunRisers Hyderabad to 164 for six in their 45-run triumph.
"The way we started the first game, the players looked rusty. But we knew the areas that we needed to improve. Today the batting was dynamic and sensible," said Fleming.
The contest between New Zealand teammates Trent Boult, SRH pacer, and McCullum created much interest among the viewers and Fleming also enjoyed the rivalry between the Kiwis.
"That is the intriguing part of IPL. Kiwi vs Kiwi and South African vs South African keeps you interested," said the former Kiwi skipper.
Fleming was also impressed with the way the CSK bowlers adjusted their fielders even in defending a big score.
"More importantly, the fielding and the adjustments made in the bowling were smart. It is great leadership and good think and especially excellent discussion about. I am very happy as a coach today."
Mohit Sharma and Dwayne Bravo picked up two wickets each but Ishwar Pandey and Ravichandran Ashwin also bagged a wicket each to make it count for the hosts. Fleming was all praise for the Indian talent in the side.
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