Ruturaj Gaikwad’s demeanour is much like MS Dhoni’s, CSK lucky to have him, says Robin Uthappa

Robin Uthappa said that Ruturaj Gaikwad is an “incredible talent” and he has a calm and composed demeanor, much like Chennai Super Kings captain MS Dhoni. Gaikwad has been integral in CSK turning things around from last season. (Courtesy of BCCI)HIGHLIGHTSGaikwad has scored 362 runs thus far this seasonHe has been integral in CSK turning it around from a dismal season in 2020Gaikwad scored an unbeaten 88 in their first match in the UAE this yearRutuaj Gaikwad’s demeanor is similar to that of MS Dhoni and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) are lucky to have him, said batsman Robin Uthappa. Gaikwad has scored 362 runs thus far this season and has been integral in CSK turning it around this season after failing to qualify for the playoffs for the first time last year.

“I think the character showed from Rutu (Ruturaj Gaikwad), I think is unbelievable,” Uthappa said in a video clip posted on CSK official Twitter handle. Uthappa pointed out the innings that Gaikwad played in CSK’s first match this season in the UAE against Mumbai Indians.Calm, composed.. that before?Robbing ft. Rutu! #WhistlePodu #Yellove @Ruutu1331 @robbieuthappa pic.twitter.com/YTxkrPvlPK— Chennai Super Kings – Mask Pdu Whistle Pdu! (@ChennaiIPL) September 28, 2021
The three-time champions were reduced to 24/4 within the powerplay. However, Gaikwad scored an unbeaten 88 off 58 balls and struck up partnerships with Ravindra Jadeja and Dwayne Bravo which got CSK to 156/6.They eventually went on to win the match by 20 runs. Gaikwad has since scored 38 and 40 as CSK climbed to the top of the table.IPL 2021 Live, DC vs KKR”I think he is an incredible talent that we (CSK) are lucky enough to have and his demeanor is much like Mahi (Dhoni) – calm, composed, chilled out, and a really nice human being. I really like him, he’s a great kid,” said Uthappa.Click here for our site’s complete coverage of the coronavirus pandemic.

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