Chennai Super Kings (CSK) skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad expressed the concern after facing two consecutive defeats against Rajasthan Royals and Royal Challengers Bengaluru. His team has been struggling to get a strong start in the IPL 2025 and the six runs defeat against RR has been an add on. At the Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati, Rajasthan secured their first win of the season, it was all because of Nitish Rana’s 81 and Wanindu Hasaranga’s 4/35.
CSK Openers Struggle To Score Runs
Rajathan Royals had set a target of 183 and CSK suffered an early blow as they lost Rachin Ravindra for a duck following which Rahul Tripathi was also dismissed after the powerplay was completed. CSK couldn’t chase the target and could only score 176/6.
“Not Getting Good Starts”: Says Gaikwad
“We haven’t been getting good starts, but once we do, things will be different,” Gaikwad admitted at the post-match presentation. “We also conceded 8-10 extra runs through misfields, and that’s something we need to improve.” said Gaikwad
Rahul Tripathi’s Poor Form
“Over the years, Ajinkya batted at three while Rayudu handled the middle overs. We thought it would be better if I came in later to steady things, while Tripathi could attack upfront.
“It was decided at the auction, and I have no problem with it. Anyway, I’m getting to bat early in every game,” he said
CSK’s Fielding Needs To Improve
“Long flight, looking forward to it. lots of positives – Noor, as usual, bowling well, Khaleel is bowling well, Jaddu bhai bowled well. You need that sort of momentum in the bowling department, when you get a wicket to build pressure. Not happening since the last game, once fielding comes together, we will be a really good side.” concluded Gaikwad
