IPL 2023: Sunil Gavaskar Snubs 'Fearless' Ravindra Jadeja, Picks 'Show-stopper' For MI vs CSK Match

09.04.2023 - 16:39 sports.ndtv.com

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) outclassed Mumbai Indians (MI) in front of a raucous Wankhede Stadium on Saturday. Ravindra Jadeja made an impression with his left-arm spin as he took the key wickets of Ishan Kishan (32), Cameron Green, out for 12 after an excellent caught and bowled, and Tilak Varma (22) to restrict Mumbai to 157 for 8.

Jadeja's performance earned him plaudits from several current and former players, including former India captain Sunil Gavaskar.

Speaking on Star Sports after the conclusion of the match, Gavaskar heaped praise on Jadeja, labellling the all-rounder "fearless like his captain" MS Dhoni. "Like his captain, Jadeja is absolutely fearless.

Green's catch is like making a possibility out of the improbable. No matter how much you praise this player, it is less," Gavaskar said.

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