Former India captain MS Dhoni known as time on his captaincy stint within the Indian Premier League (IPL), stepping down because the skipper of Chennai Super Kings forward of the beginning of the 2024 season, paving the way in which for Ruturaj Gaikwad to take the baton in his hand. Though inevitable, the choice did damage cricket followers as an period got here to an finish. But, veteran India and former CSK skipper Ravichandran Ashwin does not suppose the large name was taken out of the blue. The off-spinner, who performs for Rajasthan Royals, means that Dhoni would’ve spoken to Ruturaj in regards to the change final 12 months.
“This was an inevitable decision. It had to come at some stage,” Ashwin stated in a video on his YouTube channel.
“I know MS Dhoni. He keeps the team at the forefront. He keeps thinking about the well-being of the team. Because of that, 2 years ago, he gave the captain’s armband to Jadeja. Now, he has given it to Ruturaj. This decision had to happen. Who and how remained the question.”
Ashwin believes that the message of captaincy change would’ve been conveyed to Ruturaj final 12 months by Dhoni. The opening batter, therefore, would’ve been able to take cost as the brand new season started.
“Ruturaj wouldn’t have thought his role was only a batter until yesterday. I know MS Dhoni very well. Sitting in his room, enjoying dinner with the youngsters, he must have told Ruturaj last year, I wouldn’t be surprised if that was the case. ‘Brother, you are going to take charge. You can do all these things. I will be there, don’t worry’ is something that Dhoni night have told Ruturaj well in advance.”
Ashwin was additionally filled with reward for Gaikwad, drawing similarities between his character and Dhoni’s, suggesting each are calm and composed personalities.
“I know Ruturaj, he is extremely cool and calm. He is a very good human being. I am extremely elated for him,” Ashwin backed the younger opener to seek out success,” said the off-spinner.
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