Ambati Rayudu's Firm Reaction To The Reported Quote, "Blame MS Dhoni For CSK Loss"

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Ruturaj Gaikwad's tenure as captain of the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) has been a rollercoaster ride thus far. Taking over the leadership from the iconic MS Dhoni at the start of IPL 2024, Gaikwad led the team to four victories in the initial eight matches under his command. Initially, with four wins in their first six games, CSK appeared to be on a promising trajectory. However, recent back-to-back losses to the Lucknow Super Giants, both at home and away, have cast a shadow over Gaikwad's leadership.

Criticism from fans and experts escalated after CSK's defeat to Lucknow Super Giants at home, where Marcus Stoinis' aggressive batting highlighted weaknesses in CSK's bowling strategy and Gaikwad's tactical decisions. Reports emerged, citing former CSK player Ambati Rayudu's alleged critique of Gaikwad's captaincy and field placements, particularly in the death overs. Rayudu purportedly commented on Star Sports, expressing concerns over Gaikwad's lack of experience as captain and poor field placements.

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Additionally, the reports suggested that former Indian cricketer Navjot Singh Sidhu, in the same discussion, argued that if MS Dhoni receives credit for CSK's victories, he should also bear responsibility for their defeats. Sidhu emphasized Dhoni's continued influence as the main strategist behind CSK's operations.

However, Rayudu swiftly refuted these claims, denying any such remarks regarding Gaikwad, CSK, or Dhoni. He took to the social media platform X (formerly Twitter) to dismiss the allegations, clarifying that he was not commentating on the mentioned day but rather attending to activities at his farm, such as picking mangoes. Rayudu urged responsible journalism, urging against the spread of unfounded rumors.

Following their consecutive losses to Lucknow Super Giants, CSK finds themselves outside the playoff positions, currently occupying the fifth spot in the standings. Their upcoming match against the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) carries heightened significance as they seek to reclaim momentum and secure a playoff berth in the fiercely contested IPL season.

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