Ruturaj Gaikwad openly exposes Kasi Viswanath's lies about MS Dhoni!! Makes a shocking revelation after becoming the CSK captain

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) new captain Ruturaj Gaikwad revealed that legendary skipper MS Dhoni had hinted at the leadership change last year. Ruturaj Gaikwad mentioned MS Dhoni’s gradual involvement in practice before officially passing on the captaincy.

On Thursday, Mahendra Singh Dhoni stepped down as captain of CSK, with Ruturaj Gaikwad named his successor ahead of the upcoming IPL season. The announcement of Gaikwad as the new skipper came unexpectedly to fans just before the start of IPL 2024.

Ruturaj Gaikwad’s appointment as CSK’s new captain hints at a transition, suggesting Dhoni’s eventual retirement despite no official confirmation. Dhoni’s decision to step aside ensures a smooth transition, reflecting his strategic move towards grooming a new leader.

Mahi Bhai Had Hinted About Captaincy – Ruturaj Gaikwad

In a video released by the IPL on X (formerly Twitter), Ruturaj Gaikwad revealed how MS Dhoni hinted at the leadership change. Gaikwad emphasized that Dhoni had advised him to be prepared for the role last year.

“You know last year itself Mahi bhai had hinted about captaincy at some point of time. He just hinted that ‘be ready.’ It should not come as a surprise to you,” Gaikwad said.

Ruturaj Gaikwad’s promotion to captaincy follows his consistent batting performances over the last three IPL seasons, where he scored 590, 368, and 635 runs, respectively. He helped the Super Kings clinch the trophy in 2021 and 2023. Overall, he has scored 1797 runs in 52 matches at a strike rate of 135.52, including one century and 14 half-centuries.

Gaikwad boasts leadership experience, guiding India to an Asian Games Gold Medal. He has led Maharashtra in domestic events like the Vijay Hazare Trophy and the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. His team finished as runners-up in the 2022-23 Vijay Hazare Trophy.

MS Dhoni Told Me I Have Decided This – Ruturaj Gaikwad

MS Dhoni shared a cryptic Facebook post on March 4 that sparked speculation about stepping down from the captaincy of CSK. Gaikwad now eagerly embraces his new leadership role with the Chennai Super Kings.

“I remember him posting about the new role on social media. Everybody was pointing towards me and asking me whether I am the next captain. I replied to them saying, ‘maybe he means something else’. At the back of mind it was there. He told me I have decided this and this. But definitely now I am here, I am really looking forward to it,” Gaikwad further added.

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I Am Looking Forward To It – Ruturaj Gaikwad

Ruturaj Gaikwad expressed his excitement for being entrusted with the leadership role by MS Dhoni. He emphasized the honor of leading the franchise where his IPL journey began, acknowledging the challenges ahead with anticipation.

“Feeling is great. There is two reasons. First of all, I will be part of such a wonderful franchise, right from my IPL journey started. Secondly, to be able to be trusted by MS Dnoni for the leadership role, speaks a lot. Obviously, the challenge lies ahead and I am looking forward to it,” Gaikwad added.

Gaikwad’s first assignment as the CSK skipper is against the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Friday, March 22.

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