CSK Coach Compares MS Dhoni, Ruturaj Gaikwad: “Last Captain Was Cool But This Guy…

Ruturaj Gaikwad has had a mixed start to his leadership stint with the Chennai Super Kings in the IPL, winning three games at home but losing two away. Despite this, there has been criticism about his batting pace. CSK’s head coach, Stephen Fleming, defended Gaikwad, emphasizing his impressive leadership qualities and his ability to adapt to playing conditions.

Fleming also made it clear that appointing Gaikwad as captain was not a makeshift decision and that the team sees it as a long-term call. Fleming also expressed appreciation for the immense fan support that MS Dhoni, the former CSK captain, still receives, suggesting that the team feels honored by this support. He also highlighted the growing fan following and evolving skills of players in the IPL, emphasizing the need for the league to continue evolving and finding ways to balance the game, particularly between bowlers and batsmen.

In terms of recent team performance, Fleming credited the successful group strategies and combinations for the team’s recent wins, and acknowledged the challenges faced by bowlers in certain playing conditions. Overall, Fleming expressed pride in the team’s performance and the support received from fans, emphasizing the positive impact of the IPL on cricket and the contagious nature of the tournament.