Ruturaj Gaikwad becomes new captain of CSK, replaces MS Dhoni
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MS Dhoni has stepped down as captain of the Chennai Super Kings and handed over the captaincy to young opener Ruturaj Gaikwad ahead of the IPL 2024.
On the other hand, Dhoni has played 250 IPL matches, amassing 5,082 runs at an average of 38.79 and making 24 half-centuries.
Notably, CSK faced leadership concerns in the 2022 IPL season when Ravindra Jadeja stepped down after just eight games, leading to Dhoni resuming the role. However, with Dhoni's guidance, both on and off the field, Gaikwad is poised to steer CSK into a new era, building on the legacy of one of cricket's greatest leaders. All eyes will be on Gaikwad, as CSK prepares to defend their title in the IPL 2024, starting with a match against the Royal Challengers Bangalore on March 22 at Chepauk.
"MS Dhoni has handed over Chennai Super Kings' captaincy to Ruturaj Gaikwad ahead of the start of TATA IPL 2024. Ruturaj has been an integral part of Chennai Super Kings since 2019 and has played 52 matches in IPL during this period. The team looks forward to the upcoming season," CSK stated captaincy change.
Presenting @ChennaiIPL's Captain - @Ruutu1331 🙌🙌#TATAIPL pic.twitter.com/vt77cWXyBI
— IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) March 21, 2024
OFFICIAL STATEMENT: MS Dhoni hands over captaincy to Ruturaj Gaikwad. #WhistlePodu #Yellove
— Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) March 21, 2024
Ruturaj Gaikwad, a right-handed batsman who has been with CSK since the 2019 IPL auction, has showcased remarkable form and consistency in the IPL. With this, he has become an integral part of Chennai-based franchise. In the IPL 2023 season, Gaikwad's contributions were instrumental, amassing 590 runs in 16 appearances, showcasing his potential to lead the team into the future. It is pertinent to mention that Ruturaj Gaikwad has led India to win historic gold in Asian Games 2023, played in T20 format.
On the other hand, Dhoni has played 250 IPL matches, amassing 5,082 runs at an average of 38.79 and making 24 half-centuries.
Notably, CSK faced leadership concerns in the 2022 IPL season when Ravindra Jadeja stepped down after just eight games, leading to Dhoni resuming the role. However, with Dhoni's guidance, both on and off the field, Gaikwad is poised to steer CSK into a new era, building on the legacy of one of cricket's greatest leaders. All eyes will be on Gaikwad, as CSK prepares to defend their title in the IPL 2024, starting with a match against the Royal Challengers Bangalore on March 22 at Chepauk.