WATCH: Fans salute warrior Watson after he bats with a 'bleeding knee' for CSK

After the revelation, fans on Twitter saluted Watson's remarkable effort. The star opener was in fiery form during the finals as he almost single-handedly won the match for Chennai with his innings of 80 off 59 balls knock. 

Chennai Super Kings off-spinner Harbhajan Singh on Monday revealed how Shane Watson batted bravely through a bloodied knee during the IPL Final match against Mumbai Indians in Hyderabad. According to the veteran spinner, Watson received six stitches on his left leg after he dived to save his wicket when CSK was chasing the target. Harbhajan posted a picture on his Insta story of Watson's bloodied leg form the IPL Final against MI. "Can you guys see the blood on his knee.. He got 6 stitches after the game..Got injured while diving but continue to bat without telling anyone," Harbhajan wrote on his Insta story and shared a picture as well. Here's the short video of the blooded Watson showing great dedication to his franchisee...

Heartbroken .... What a Player He Is ... Absolute Champion #ShaneWatson

Blessed to have this Man 💛@ChennaiIPL pic.twitter.com/a37g8NWUMJ — AnaND 2.O (@ItzAnand__) May 13, 2019

After the revelation, fans on Twitter saluted Watson's remarkable effort. The star opener was in fiery form during the finals as he almost single-handedly won the match for Chennai with his innings of 80 off 59 balls knock.

Respect for Shane Watson has gone beyond roof. His left knee seems to be badly injured with blood flowing out. He still batted and dived in the last over. Admirable from Watto to put his body on line at 38 after suffering from injuries throughout his career 👏👏 pic.twitter.com/4yqeGoubk4

— Shubh AggarWall (@shubh_chintak) May 13, 2019

Always loved seeing Shane Watson play. That has gone up to another level after knowing what kind of dedication he showed to his team yesterday.With blood flowing from his knees , which required 6 stitches later , Watson hammered 80 against the best bowling line up of the IPL.#CSK pic.twitter.com/xN8DgwrX85

— Anish Ancil (@anishancil) May 13, 2019

This is pure commitment and dedication for the team which you love! What an effort by Shane Watson to battle it out with injury and pain. Hats off Watto, you are a Champion!💛#CSK #WhistlePodu #Yellove@ShaneRWatson33 @ChennaiIPL pic.twitter.com/hwuFZut9LQ

— Whistle Podu Army ® - CSK Fan Club (@CSKFansOfficial) May 13, 2019

This is how you set examples for the next generation who are Watching the sport. Every action was by choice, not by chance. Take a bow @ShaneRWatson33.

Proud fan of @ChennaiIPL forever. 💛 🦁 Shane Watson, Watto Man !! pic.twitter.com/hBd0Y8gjva — Saravanan Hari 💛🦁🏏 ‏ (@CricSuperFan) May 13, 2019

There is no words to describe this legend #shanewatson. Even 100 trophies aren't enough for his performance. Hoping this generation cricketers have atleast half the passion u have💕 pic.twitter.com/VEoB88JskS

— Sanjay (@Sanjayajay08) May 13, 2019

Shane Watson. The ultimate hero. Who showed the world the color of blood can be yellow. God bless you #Watto You are a superhero. @ShaneRWatson33 Proud and honored that you are #CSK. #yellove #ChennaiSuperKings #IPL #ShaneWatson pic.twitter.com/pgpmmalKTA

— Kasturi Shankar (@KasthuriShankar) May 13, 2019

Tht Blood & Sweat on his Body😢🙏🏽No words to describe ur dedication💯❤No Fucking team will geta plyr like YOU😢😭CSKFOREVER💛 #shanewatson #youbeauty 🔥 pic.twitter.com/kQ8e1qSPN6

— HARISH KUMAR (@harishk24_d7) May 13, 2019

Final match lose hurts a lot. But it's became nothing in front of this man dedication Proud to have you in #CSK#ShaneWatson ❤️ pic.twitter.com/quEfQEYPjW

— Sam Prathap (@Sam_Prathaps) May 13, 2019