The big news for Chennai Super Kings ahead of the IPL 2024 season was the decision to replace MS Dhoni as captain with Ruturaj Gaikwad.
The big news for Chennai Super Kings ahead of the IPL 2024 season was the decision to replace MS Dhoni as captain with Ruturaj Gaikwad.
Dhoni ended his long tenure as the CSK captain and supported Ruturaj as the side’s new leader. While the move to appoint Hardik Pandya in place of Rohit Sharma as the Mumbai Indians captain was not well received by the fanbase, the CSK fans were happy with Ruturaj, with Dhoni backing him. CSK CEO Kasi Viswanathan opened up about the decision process and praised Ruturaj for leading the side well and also for the smooth transition.
“The discussions we had with the team management from before a couple of years when Ruturaj came into the CSK and started performing well, we felt that he will be a good choice to captain the side. Both Flem (Fleming) and MS (Dhoni) had long discussions with him, they had plans to make him as a future captain,” Viswanathan told CSK in a YouTube video.
“His performances and also the way he approached the game, and his thoughts whenever he spoke with MS as well as Fleming… both of them felt that he’ll be a good captain at CSK. And we were not disappointed. He led the side comfortably. The seniors also helped him. It has not affected his performance with the bat. He has continued to be a very consistent performer.”
“The pressure of captaincy has not affected him. We look forward to his contribution to CSK in the future. The pressure is too high because he’s following the footsteps of MS Dhoni. Nobody can match him, but MS had the confidence that Rutu (Gaikwad) has it in him to do a very good job. The acceptance from the crowd really helped him for sure, that is for sure.
Because if there is pressure from the crowd, you can imagine what happened to other captains,” he added.
Viswanathan also pointed out that the transition was helped by the fact that the management prefers not to interfere with cricketing matters regarding CSK.
“I think CSK fans accepted what MS Dhoni had given to Ruturaj as captain because he (Dhoni) had chosen him. The team management chose him as the captain. And all of you know, never has the management of CSK interfered with the cricketing matters. So, that helped Rutu also, because he was very clear that the instructions have come from team management. He had the responsibility to deliver. I’m confident he will do very well in the future years also,” the CSK CEO concluded.
SRH vs RR IPL 2024 Qualifier 2: Stadium Records For MA Chidambaram Stadium
The winning team will face Kolkata Knight Riders at the same venue on Sunday, May 26, for the IPL 2024 Final.
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) are set to clash in Qualifier 2 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. This high-stakes encounter will occur at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on May 24. The match is scheduled to begin at 07:30 PM IST, and both teams will be looking to secure a crucial victory in this iconic venue.
MA Chidambaram Stadium T20 Records
Win/Loss Record
The MA Chidambaram Stadium, known for its challenging pitch conditions and passionate crowd, has been a brutal battleground for SRH and RR.
Sunrisers Hyderabad have played 10 matches at this venue, winning just one and losing eight. This record highlights their struggle to adapt to the conditions in Chennai.
Conversely, Rajasthan Royals have played nine matches at the same ground, securing two wins and seven losses. Both teams will be eager to improve their records and gain an edge in this crucial match.
Average Score
Analyzing the average scores at the MA Chidambaram Stadium provides insight into the batting performances of both teams.
Sunrisers Hyderabad’s average score in T20 matches at this venue is 150 runs. This relatively low average indicates the challenges their batters have faced on Chennai’s slow and turning track.
On the other hand, Rajasthan Royals have a higher average score of 171 runs at the same venue, suggesting a slightly better adaptation to the pitch conditions.
Highest Score
Regarding the highest scores at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, SRH’s best performance came in 2021 when they scored 177/5 in 20 overs against Kolkata Knight Riders. Despite
this strong performance, they lost the match by 10 runs.
Rajasthan Royals, meanwhile, achieved their highest total at this venue in 2010, scoring an impressive 223/5 in 20 overs against Chennai Super Kings. However, they, too, ended up on the losing side, with CSK winning by 23 runs.
Lowest Score
The lowest scores at the MA Chidambaram Stadium also reflect both teams’ challenges. Sunrisers Hyderabad recorded their lowest total of 134/10 against Chennai Super Kings in 2024, suffering a heavy defeat by 78 runs. This match underscored SRH’s difficulties in tackling CSK’s spin-heavy attack on their home turf.
SRH vs RR T20 Record at MA Chidambaram Stadium
Interestingly, despite the number of matches both teams have played at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, SRH and RR have yet to face each other at this venue in T20 cricket. This upcoming match will be the first time these two teams go head-to-head at this stadium, adding an extra layer of intrigue and anticipation.
Conclusion
As SRH and RR prepare to face off in this crucial IPL 2024 match, the historical records and statistics from the MA Chidambaram Stadium will weigh heavily on their strategies. Both teams have struggled at this venue, but with a place in the IPL final, they will be determined to overcome their past performances. Fans can expect a thrilling encounter as both teams look to rewrite their records and advance to the final.
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