CSK Coach Compares MS Dhoni, Ruturaj Gaikwad” – Last Skipper Impressive, Current One Unmatched

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Ruturaj Gaikwad replaced MS Dhoni as CSK’s captain at the beginning of this IPL and has so far had a mixed start to his leadership stint, losing two away games and winning three at home. However, Gaikwad has faced criticism for his “slow” batting, having scored 155 runs in five matches with a strike rate of 117.42. CSK coach, Stephen Fleming, defended Gaikwad, praising his impressive leadership and dismissing the criticism of his batting as unfair.

Fleming emphasized that appointing Gaikwad as skipper was a long-term decision and not a makeshift one. He expressed confidence in Gaikwad’s leadership, echoing the cool and calm leadership style exhibited by his predecessor, Dhoni. Furthermore, Fleming acknowledged the overwhelming support that Dhoni has received from fans, reflecting on the love and pride that the team feels when playing in front of a large contingent of yellow-clad supporters.

Fleming also emphasized the continuous evolution and growth of the IPL, highlighting the league’s expanding fan base and the rapid evolution of batting skills. He elaborated on the challenge for bowlers to balance the game, suggesting potential rule changes to address the dominance of batting. Finally, Fleming pointed out the recent success of his team, mentioning the effective team combinations and the challenges faced by spinners in the bowling conditions at the Wankhede Stadium.