IPL 2022: Little Unfair On Ravindra Jadeja, But With MS Dhoni It Was Inevitable: Ajay Jadeja On CSK Captaincy Drama

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) didn’t perform up to their capability in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022, with various issues restricting their effect on the field. While auction dynamics and injuries to a few vital participants assumed their part, it was the captaincy adventure that hoarded the most spotlight.

The franchise’s choice to choose Ravindra Jadeja as the captain in front of the new season blew up as the all-rounder ventured down after only 8 games into the season. MS Dhoni, the ‘Thala’ of the franchise, assumed control over the obligation once more, notwithstanding, there wasn’t sufficient time for him to resuscitate the side’s mission.

There Hasn’t Been A Leader Like MS Dhoni: Ajay Jadeja

After Jadeja was ruled out of the last couple of matches of the season, numerous pundits and former cricketers have thought about the whole contention, with Ajay Jadeja even feeling that the manner in which the dramatization unfurled, it was a little unjustifiable on Ravindra Jadeja.

“Many players have come who have done well in batting and bowling, but there hasn’t been a leader like MS Dhoni. That too, in this era, where there is an added pressure because of social media. It was a little unfair (for Ravindra Jadeja), but with Dhoni there, it was inevitable,” Jadeja said about his namesake on Cricbuzz.

CSK Would Have Fared Better With MS Dhoni From The Start: Virender Sehwag

Virender Sehwag, who has additionally been incredulous of the manner in which the whole captaincy change occurred, feels that Chennai would’ve improved assuming Dhoni was in control from the start.

“MS Dhoni has performed better this year as compared to last year, so he should be back for next season. We’ve seen what happens to the team when he’s not at the helm. Ravindra Jadeja was the captain in the first half and that’s why they are in such a position on the table right now. Under Dhoni, they would somehow always manage to make it to the top four.”

“Just imagine how CSK would fare if he’s not there in the team. I believe that will surely be there with the side next year. He’ll only leave once he finds a suitable candidate for the leadership post,” said the former India opener.

Chennai’s plan for the following year stays a dim one, with MS Dhoni probably going to lead the franchise once more. In any case, taking into account Dhoni will call time on his profession one year from now, it will be interesting to see who CSK turns to for captaincy.

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