In a surprise move just a day before the opening match of IPL 2024 between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), Chennai Super Kings (CSK) announced a change in leadership. Young opener Ruturaj Gaikwad is the new CSK captain as legendary skipper MS Dhoni has decided to step down from the captaincy responsibilities.
Who is the New Captain of CSK 2024?
The new captain of CSK for IPL 2024 is Ruturaj Gaikwad. MS Dhoni stepped down from the captaincy role before the start of the season.
IPL Records of Ruturaj Gaikwad (New CSK Captain)
Gaikwad has been part of CSK’s squad since 2019 and won the Orange Cap in the 2021 season. He scored 635 runs in 14 matches. Gaikwad was captain of Team India at the 2022 Asian Games (won gold) and captains the Maharashtra team in T20 and List A cricket.
MS Dhoni’s Captaincy Record
MS Dhoni is the most successful captain in IPL history. He has won most matches as captain (138) and led CSK to five IPL titles (2010, 2011, 2018, 2021, and 2023) in 16 seasons. Previously, the wicketkeeper-batter gave up his leadership role to Ravindra Jadeja before the 2022 season but took over the captaincy midway through the season after CSK’s poor start (1 win in 6 matches).
Come 22 Mar 2024, Chennai’s fans will be eager to see how the team performs under the new captain, Gaikwad. The upcoming season will likely be the last of MS Dhoni as he guides the new CSK captain in this vital role.
FAQ’s
Who is the new captain of CSK in 2024?
Opening batter Ruturaj Gaikwad is the new captain of CSK in 2024 IPL. He takes over as captain from legend and long-time skipper MS Dhoni. Dhoni has captained CSK every season from 2008 till now.
Will Dhoni play 2024 IPL?
Yes, MS Dhoni will play the 2024 IPL just as a wicket-keeper batsman in the CSK team. This will likely be the last IPL season for Dhoni.
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