CSK Skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad Explains Call to Send Jadeja Ahead of Dube

CSK captain Ruturaj Gaikwad defended his decision to send Ravindra Jadeja to bat at number 4 in the order against LSG in IPL 2024, despite the in-form Shivam Dube waiting in the wings. Jadeja, who has been struggling for form this season, managed just 16 runs before being dismissed by Mohsin Khan, while Dube continued his explosive form with a 66 (27) knock. However, Gaikwad justified the move, saying that their team plan is to send Jadeja in after the powerplay if a wicket falls, and that they can’t force batters to get out. CSK eventually finished on 210/4 thanks to a century from Gaikwad and a 104-run partnership with Dube, but it wasn’t enough to prevent LSG from chasing down the target with six wickets in hand.

Suresh Raina Urges BCCI to Select Shivam Dube for T20 World Cup

Former Indian cricketer Suresh Raina has urged the BCCI’s chief selector, Ajit Agarkar, to include Shivam Dube in the Indian squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup. This plea comes after Dube’s impressive performance in the ongoing IPL 2024, where he has scored 311 runs in eight matches for Chennai Super Kings (CSK). Dube’s blistering knock of 66 off just 27 deliveries against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on April 23 further strengthened Raina’s belief in his potential. Despite Dube’s efforts, LSG ultimately won the match by six wickets, with Marcus Stoinis leading the charge with an unbeaten 124 off 63 balls.

Stoinis’ Record-Breaking Chase Downs CSK Fortress

Marcus Stoinis produced a herculean effort, smashing the highest-ever IPL chase score of 124 off just 63 balls, to guide Lucknow Super Giants to a thrilling victory over Chennai Super Kings at the iconic Chepauk Stadium. Despite losing the top three wickets within 11 overs, Stoinis steadied the ship, forming crucial partnerships with Nicholas Pooran and Deepak Hooda, to overcome a daunting target of 210. Ruturaj Gaikwad and Shivam Dube had earlier set the stage for CSK with a blistering 104-run stand, but Stoinis’ late onslaught proved too much to handle.

Ruturaj Gaikwad’s Maiden Ton, Shivam Dube’s Fireworks Power CSK to 210/4 Against Lucknow Super Giants

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) captain Ruturaj Gaikwad’s unbeaten 108 and Shivam Dube’s hard-hitting 66 powered CSK to a formidable 210/4 against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 match at MA Chidambaram Stadium. Despite losing Ajinkya Rahane early, Gaikwad showcased explosive intent, bringing up his fifty off just 28 deliveries and hitting a stunning century in 56 balls. Dube joined Gaikwad in the middle and played a crucial role in the team’s acceleration, slamming three consecutive sixes off Yash Thakur. MS Dhoni made a brief but impactful appearance, hitting a boundary on the final delivery of the innings. Lucknow Super Giants bowlers struggled to contain CSK’s batters, with only Mohsin Khan managing to take a wicket.

Gaikwad’s Century Powers CSK to Imposing 210 against Lucknow

In an enthralling IPL 2024 encounter, Chennai Super Kings’ (CSK) Ruturaj Gaikwad played a blistering knock of 108 runs off just 60 deliveries, propelling his team to a formidable total of 210 runs against the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG). Gaikwad’s destructive innings was studded with 12 boundaries and 3 maximums, marking his second century in the IPL and showcasing his exceptional batting prowess with a strike rate of 180.

Hardik Pandya’s Performance Under Scrutiny: Gaurav Kapur Defends, Critics Demand Change

MI skipper Hardik Pandya’s subpar performances have sparked controversy, with fans and former cricketers alike questioning his batting and bowling. While Gaurav Kapur defended Pandya’s contributions to Gujarat Titans, others pointed to his struggles in the current season with Mumbai Indians. Critics argue for a change in batting order and even suggest Shivam Dube as a potential challenger for Pandya’s place in the Indian team.

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