MS Dhoni Back as CSK Captain After Ruturaj’s Injury
The captain cool returns when the team needs him the most.
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India] April 10: Just before a big match against Kolkata, CSK made an announcement that shook the cricket world. Ruturaj Gaikwad, the new captain, was injured and could not play. Suddenly, the old hero, MS Dhoni, was back to lead. Fans were surprised and emotional. It felt like a father returning to guide his family again. Everyone in Chennai started hoping again, with “Thala” back in charge.
A Painful Blow That Changed Everything
Ruturaj got injured during a match against Rajasthan Royals in Guwahati. A fast ball hit his elbow while he was batting. Though he played the next matches bravely, the pain kept increasing. Doctors later found a small fracture. He could not ignore it anymore. The team had no choice but to rest him for the rest of the IPL 2025 season.
CSK’s Tough Situation in the Tournament
This season has not been kind to CSK. The team lost four matches in a row and is now standing at number 9 on the points table. Fans were losing hope. The same thing had happened in 2022 when Ravindra Jadeja was the captain. Back then also, Dhoni returned midway. He had led the team through thick and thin, and people believed he could do it again.
Ruturaj’s Spirit and Performance Before Injury
Even with the injury, Ruturaj gave his best. In just five matches, he scored two fifties and played with confidence at number 3. But some fans were surprised. He looked fine in later games. He was running and fielding without showing any pain. Still, CSK confirmed his elbow had a small crack. That made it clear why Dhoni was brought back as the captain.
Dhoni’s History of Comebacks for CSK
Dhoni has always been CSK’s backbone. He has led the team since the start of IPL in 2008. When the team struggles, he always stands tall. His return in 2025 is not just a team decision—it’s an emotional one. Like always, his calm style, smart decisions, and never-give-up attitude bring comfort to fans and players alike. CSK now hopes for a turnaround, under their Thala’s shadow again.
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