Ruturaj Gaikwad scored 92 runs towards Gujarat Titans (IPL Image)
Ruturaj Gaikwad scored 92 runs off 50 balls whereas the remainder of the batters simply managed 78 off 71 within the opening match of IPL 2023 towards Gujarat Titans
Chennai Super Kings skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni admitted that the batters did not reap the benefits of a strong begin and have been a number of runs quick within the opening match of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 towards Gujarat Titans on Friday. Ruturaj Gaikwad set the platform for a 200-plus complete along with his 92-run knock however CSK sustained a mini-collapse and struggled to get going within the second half of the innings and have been restricted to 178/7 in 20 overs.
Ruturaj scored 92 runs off 50 balls whereas the remainder of the batters simply managed 78 off 71. In the primary 10 overs, CSK managed to hit 93 runs, whereas the run circulate dipped within the final 10 as they scored 85 within the closing 60 deliveries.
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“We have been barely quick. Another 15-20 runs would have been good. We all know there could be slightly little bit of dew. Also, it was a 7.30 pm begin. So the ball holds on slightly early on. Also, we may have batted correctly within the center overs versus making an attempt to muscle the ball,” Dhoni stated throughout the post-match presentation.
However, Dhoni heaped praises on Gaikwad for his brilliant knock and said he has groomed himself to take the right calls under pressure.
‘Ruturaj Gaikwad was brilliant. He times the ball well and he’s a pleasure to watch. The way he picks his options is pleasing to watch. He has groomed himself very well, and makes the right decisions under pressure,” he added.
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Talking in regards to the bowler’s efficiency, Dhoni was impressed by debutant Raj Hangargekar who claimed three wickets and stated he’ll get higher with time.
“I believe it’s vital for the children to step in. I believe Raj (Hangargekar) has tempo and he’ll get higher with time. Think the bowlers will get higher. A no-ball is one thing that’s in your management, so it’s essential to work on that,” he added.
The CSK skipper also talked about playing two left-arm spinners – Ravindra Jadeja and Mitchell Santner.
“I felt two left-armers will be a better option so I went ahead with them. Shivam was an option, but I felt comfortable with the bowlers overall,” he concluded.
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