‘RKO out of nowhere’ - Netizens react as 'Classic Thala' MS Dhoni passes on the captaincy baton ahead of IPL 2024
Ruturaj Gaikwad will lead CSK in the IPL 2024.
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A major announcement took the cricket fraternity by storm as Chennai Super Kings announced that star batter Rurutaj Gaikwad will be leading the side in the 17th edition of the IPL (Indian Premier League) instead of their regular skipper MS Dhoni.
The announcement was well received by the fans on social media, unlike star all-rounder Hardik Pandya, who received a lot of criticism from the fans after he was announced as the new skipper of Mumbai Indians, replacing Rohit Sharma.
It is worth noting that Ruturaj Gaikwad has played 52 IPL games so far in his career and scored 1797 runs, with an average of 39.07. He has also slammed a century with 14 half-centuries, with his highest IPL score being 101* runs. The right-handed batter has been exceptional with the bat at times, and the fans are lying in wait to see how the youngster leads one of the most successful sides in the tournament’s history.
CSK aim to go for sixth IPL title
Speaking of Chennai Super Kings, the side put in a magnificent performance in the 16th edition of the IPL. Led by MS Dhoni, CSK defeated Gujarat Titans in the summit clash of the tournament in 2023, and managed to win the title as well.
Chennai dominated the entirety of the tournament, becoming the first side to reach the final of the tournament after defeating Gujarat in the Qualifier. Furthermore, the side doubled it up by defeating the Hardik Pandya-led side once again in the final.
With the advent of the IPL 2024, Chennai Super Kings will begin their campaign by taking on Royal Challengers Bangalore in the season opener of the tournament. Both sides will face off at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on March 22.
Here's how X reacted to Gaikwad's appointment:
In the ever-expanding galaxy of cricket, MS Dhoni’s legacy as CSK’s leader shines bright, akin to a supernova, illuminating the path for the franchise with unparalleled brilliance and allure. His leadership will be remembered for decades to come. Good luck Ruturaj for your new…
— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) March 21, 2024
The baton has been passed and who better than @Ruutu1331 to step in!! Big congratulations bro!! Keep shining 🤟🏾Lots of love 🫂
— Robin Aiyuda Uthappa (@robbieuthappa) March 21, 2024
Whoaaa…and just like that he’s not the captain anymore. Love the way Mahi operates…no fuss whatsoever.
— Aakash Chopra (@cricketaakash) March 21, 2024
But remember…he’ll still be the Leader. Once a leader, always a leader 😇 #CSK #IPLonJioCinema
going to MS you at the toss :( pic.twitter.com/V2j2b8Tdg6
— Rajasthan Royals (@rajasthanroyals) March 21, 2024
Classic Thala. RKO out of nowhere. Hands over captaincy to Ruturaj. Quietly. Against the run of play. With a 'matter of fact' reveal coming from IPL handle rather than CSK. Knowing MS, even the rest of CSK lads would've known only 1-2 days back. A true team man. Thala Thala Dhaan pic.twitter.com/kWHDoH8lp6
— Srini Mama (@SriniMaama16) March 21, 2024
A right decision considering the future of the franchise but a shocking one for all his fans #MSDhoni
— S.Badrinath (@s_badrinath) March 21, 2024
End of an ERA!#MSDhoni𓃵
— Hanuma vihari (@Hanumavihari) March 21, 2024
Huge boots for Ruturaj to fill but he’ll have the man behind the stumps to guide him.#CSKvsRCB #IPLonJioCinema #IPL2024
No MS Dhoni as captain for the @ChennaiIPL !!!! Makes them around 20% worse off .. #IPL24
— Michael Vaughan (@MichaelVaughan) March 21, 2024
Post match summary for @ChennaiIPL games will be missed . @msdhoni 🐐 but we all know who will actually be calling the shots . #MSDhoni𓃵
— Shreevats goswami (@shreevats1) March 21, 2024
Whoaaa…and just like that he’s not the captain anymore. Love the way Mahi operates…no fuss whatsoever.
— Aakash Chopra (@cricketaakash) March 21, 2024
But remember…he’ll still be the Leader. Once a leader, always a leader 😇 #CSK #IPLonJioCinema
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