Ruturaj Gaikwad Replaces MS Dhoni as CSK Captain

Ruturaj Gaikwad has been named the new captain of Chennai Super Kings (CSK) ahead of the 2024 Indian Premier League (IPL).

MS Dhoni has resigned as captain of CSK. CSK made the official announcement of the transition on Thursday through a brief press release.

Ruturaj Gaikwad has taken over as captain of Chennai Super Kings from MS Dhoni. Gaikwad, a key member of CSK since 2019, has participated in 52 IPL matches during this time. 

Dhoni, who led CSK to 11 finals and five IPL titles, will continue to be a part of the team. 

Dhoni has given up the CSK captaincy twice since Ravindra Jadeja took over in 2022. This is the second time he has done so.

Dhoni, on the other hand, returned to the team in the middle of the season to lead it after a poor performance that year. 

Presently, with Gaikwad in charge, CSK expects to proceed with its effective excursion in the IPL.