Ruturaj Gaikwad Pinpoints Only Factor That Resulted In CSK's Elimination From IPL 2024

19.05.2024 - 02:35 sports.ndtv.com

After his side's 27-run defeat against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad said they couldn't get over the line in the game at the M.

Chinnaswamy Stadium. Gaikwad displayed a sloppy performance against RCB on Saturday. He was dismissed for a golden duck on the first ball of the second inning by Glenn Maxwell.

Speaking after the match, Gaikwad said the wicket in Bengaluru was good, and it was turning and gripping for the spinners. He added that the team faced a lot of challenges in the first game.

He further added that CSK missed Matheesha Pathirana and Mustafizur Rahman's presence in the squad. The CSK skipper said he is slightly disappointed after his side failed to make their place in the IPL 2024 play-offs. "It was a good wicket.

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