Ruturaj Gaikwad, taking over as captain from the legendary MS Dhoni for IPL 2024, has seen a mixed bag of results. Leading Chennai Super Kings (CSK), Gaikwad secured four wins in his first eight games, but recent losses have brought criticism and pressure.

Initially, CSK seemed on the right track with four wins in six games. However, recent defeats to Lucknow Super Giants, especially Marcus Stoinis’ powerful batting, exposed weaknesses in CSK’s bowling and Gaikwad’s strategies.

According to a report Ambati Rayudu criticizes Ruturaj

According to MensXP, former CSK player Ambati Rayudu was reported to have criticized Gaikwad’s captaincy and field placements. “Poor field placements in death overs by Ruturaj (Gaikwad). We clearly saw a lack of experience as a captain,” Rayudu had reportedly said on Star Sports.

“If you credit Dhoni for CSK wins then blame him for the losses too…” 

The website even mentioned former India player Navjot Singh Sidhu’s comments, suggesting that if MS Dhoni gets credit for wins, he should also face criticism for losses. “If you credit Dhoni for CSK wins then blame him for the losses too. Dhoni is still the main think tank,” Sidhu was quoted as saying.

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However, Rayudu denied making any such comments about Gaikwad, CSK, or Dhoni. He shares a post on his social media about the matter. With consecutive losses to Lucknow Super Giants, CSK has slipped out of playoff contention, currently holding the fifth position. Their next challenge is against Sunrisers Hyderabad on Sunday.