Ruturaj Gaikwad appointed as the captain of CSK (X.COM)
Ruturaj Gaikwad is one of the most rising talents that Indian Cricket is ready to witness in future. Legend MS Dhoni praised him for his sharp brain and immaculate understanding of the game.
For domestic cricket, Ruturaj has represented Maharashtra, and the only milestone added to his name is that he is the only batsman to smash seven sixes in one over in the history of cricket.
Ruturaj Gaikwad, 27 years old, made his first-class debut during the Ranji Trophy 2016-17 for Maharashtra at just 19. He gained limelight in 2021 when scored 635 runs for the five-time champions Chennai Super Kings.
Ruturaj Gaikwad impressed Chennai Super Kings's owners with his performance in domestic cricket in the 2018-19 Mushtaq Ali Trophy. In the 2019 IPL auction, his batting prowess gained attention after his successful domestic career, where he ended as the highest run scorer.
CSK bought the services of Ruturaj and signed him for 20 Lakhs and then retained him in 2022 for Mega Auction for INR 6 crores.
In the latest 17th edition of the IPL season, Rituraj Gaikwad's salary stands at a remunerative INR 6 Crore. Signed by CSK ahead of the IPL 2023 mega auction, Gaikwad has consistently delivered memorable performances, justifying his retention and commanding a significant salary in the IPL.
Ruturaj Gaikwad's IPL Team
Rituraj Gaikwad marked his debut in the Indian Premier League (IPL) with Chennai Super Kings, five-time champions, in 2009 with a base price of 20 Lakhs auction.
Playing for Chennai Super Kings in 2023, he has played 16 matches and has scored 590 runs with a strike rate of 147.50.
The Journey of Rituraj Gaikwad for CSK from being a young batter and now replacing the legend MS Dhoni as a captain ahead of the 2024 IPL season is a testament to his talent, dedication and unwavering passion for the game.
Answer: MS Dhoni stepped down from the role of CSK captain and handed over the reins to young opener Ruturaj Gaikwad ahead of the 2024 season of the IPL.
Q.2 What is the price of Ruturaj in CSK?
Answer: For three years – from 2019 to 2021 – Gaikwad was with CSK at the base price of Rs 20 lakh. In 2022 and 2023, he saw a meteoric rise and was bought by CSK at staggering Rs 6 crore.
Q.3 Why is Ruturaj Gaikwad famous?
Answer: In November 2022, during 2nd quarter-final match between Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh of 2022–23 Vijay Hazare Trophy, Gaikwad became the first batter to hit seven sixes in an over (one off a no-ball) in all forms of cricket.
Q.4 What is Ruturaj Gaikwad's batting style?
Answer: Ruturaj Gaikwad batting revolves around deft touches and timing, than the modern day power hitting module that you see with most young batsmen.
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Ruturaj Gaikwad appointed as the captain of CSK (X.COM)
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