IPL 2026: ‘Captaincy has affected Ruturaj Gaikwad’s batting’- Ashwin’s blunt CSK verdict
Ravichandran Ashwin has commented on Ruturaj Gaikwad's struggles with batting as captain of the Chennai Super Kings. He believes the pressure of leadership during a challenging transition period is affecting Gaikwad's performance. The team's playoff hopes are dwindling following a recent defeat to Sunrisers Hyderabad.
- ▪Ruturaj Gaikwad scored only 15 runs off 21 balls in a recent match against Sunrisers Hyderabad.
- ▪Ashwin noted that the expectations for CSK remain high due to their legacy from the Dhoni era.
- ▪Sunrisers Hyderabad secured their playoff spot by chasing down 181 runs in 19 overs.
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