IPL 2024: CSK Captain MS Dhoni Steps Down, Ruturaj Gaikwad Takes Over
The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 season is all set to kick off tomorrow with high anticipation among cricket fans. In the opening match of the IPL, defending champions Chennai Super Kings and Royal Challengers Bangalore will battle it out at the Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.
Dhoni Steps Down as CSK Captain
However, ahead of entering the 17th season of IPL, Chennai Super Kings have made a major announcement that has sent shockwaves across the cricketing world. Yes, Chennai’s team has replaced their captain even before the commencement of IPL 17. By doing so, MS Dhoni has relinquished his captaincy. Today, alongside a photo shoot conducted by BCCI, Ruturaj Gaikwad was seen representing Chennai’s team instead of Dhoni.
On their official Instagram account, Chennai’s team announced Ruturaj Gaikwad as the new captain. This decision has left millions of Dhoni fans in disbelief. The speculation on whether Dhoni would still play in IPL 2024 has stirred up conversations all around.
Dhoni’s Legacy at CSK
Chennai Super Kings had handed over the captaincy to Ravindra Jadeja in 2022. However, their journey under Jadeja’s leadership faced setbacks with unsatisfactory performances. Subsequently, in the midst of the tournament, Jadeja stepped down from the captaincy. Dhoni was then reinstated as the captain. But now, Chennai has once again made a change in their leadership.
In the previous years, Dhoni had led CSK to multiple victories, showcasing his prowess as a captain. Bagging the IPL trophy for the 5th time last year, Dhoni played a crucial role in securing numerous accolades for the team even before the commencement of the tournament.
Ruturaj Gaikwad as the New Captain
Ruturaj Gaikwad, a young batsman, has now been entrusted with the responsibility of leading the team. The opening ceremony of IPL saw all 10 team captains together, with Ruturaj Gaikwad being the face of Chennai Super Kings, replacing MS Dhoni.
It remains uncertain if this marks the end of MS Dhoni’s tenure in the IPL. Speculations about his retirement have made headlines recently. With Dhoni’s decision to step down and the appointment of Ruturaj Gaikwad as the new captain, the CSK camp is geared up for a fresh start in IPL 2024.
As cricket fans eagerly await the action-packed IPL 2024 season, the news of MS Dhoni stepping down as captain and Ruturaj Gaikwad taking over has undoubtedly left a lasting impact on CSK supporters. The legacy of Dhoni at Chennai Super Kings will always be cherished, and the new era under Ruturaj Gaikwad’s leadership brings new hopes and aspirations for the team.
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Mehek