Why Ruturaj Gaikwad does not open shots in IPL 2025? CSK Skipper reveals the reason

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) captain Travel GiikwadThe decision of the three bats number three instead of the opening was inspected after the performance of the team disappointed IPL 2025. With just one victory of the first three matches, the effectiveness of the existing batting order, especially the opening struggle, is increased Rahul Trippthi.

Ruturaj Gaikwad explains the reason behind the changed batting position

In the post-match presentation, Gaikwad explained the posture behind the position of the batting, the decision revealed that a pre-planned strategy during the auction. In previous seasons, he said that experienced warriors are Ajinka Rahane Played a key role in the middle order. CEC, which is usually opened to protect the balance, decided to move to three numbers, three decided to go to three numbers, which allows Tripathi to play an aggressive role.

Gaikwad defended the decision by deciding, “Over the years, Ajinka (Rahane) has sank in three, and (Ambati) Rayuda has come to take care of the important medium. If I have come to work with the intention of Tripathi, it would be better if I get better.”

However, despite this tactical turn, CEC has struggled in primary matches, and only 30 in three innings with Tripathi, including only 30 people, including Rajasthan Royals.

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Inability to start a strong issue of CSK: Gaikwad

In the last match against Rajasthan Royals on March 30, CSK held six wicket losses while following the 183 run. The team struggled with early wickets and caused Gaikwad shots to anchor, and dismissed the dismissal and caused a swamp. Gaikwad, who reflected the game, acknowledged that CSK is a significant issue to prevent the strong.

“We started well, but we do things once, things will be different” He noted before emphasizing the gaps on the beach as a factor that made another contribution to defeat.

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