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"CSK Support Staff Don't Have The Guts...": Ex-India Star Makes Huge Claim After MS Dhoni Bats At No. 9

MS Dhoni came out to bat at the astonishingly low batting position of No. 9 as Chennai Super Kings (CSK) lost to Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) by 50 runs in IPL 2025 on Friday. Chasing 196, CSK looked down and out, but their talisman Dhoni walked in after seven wickets had fallen, with the target almost out of reach. Former India cricketer and cricket expert Manoj Tiwary slammed the decision to have Dhoni bat at No. 9, and even stated that CSK support staff fear telling Dhoni to bat higher up the order.

Virender Sehwag's Brutal Dig Amid MS Dhoni Batting Order Debate: "Jaldi Aa Gaye..."

In the aftermath of Chennai Super Kings (CSK)'s 50-run loss to rivals Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), former captain MS Dhoni's batting order has sparked a big debate. Dhoni, who came out to bat at no. 9, hit an unbeaten 30 off just 16, but his knock had no relevance as RCB cruised to a crushing win. While Dhoni has limited his batting time over the past few seasons, in terms of the amount of deliveries he faces, fans and experts were not happy with the 43-year-old batting behind the likes of Ravindra Jadeja, Sam Curran and Ravichandran Ashwin.

"Suffered Injustice": MS Dhoni's Ex-Teammate Makes Big Claim. Names Player Who Stood By Him

MS Dhoni's tenure as Indian cricket team captain was one of the most successful phases of side. From the 2007 T20 World Cup to the 2011 ODI World Cup to 2013 Champions Trophy, under MS Dhoni The Indian cricket team reached new heights. However, some players did not flourish during that period for various reasons. Manoj Tiwary is one of the players. From February 2008 till July 2015, Tiwary played 12 ODIs and three T20Is. After a hugely successful 2006-07 Ranji Trophy season, Tiwary got a national team call-up.

'If I Had PR Team, I Would've Been India Captain': MS Dhoni, Gautam Gambhir's Ex-Teammate Makes Fiery Remark

Former India cricketer Manoj Tiwary has put out an explosive statement, saying that the presence of a PR (Public Relations) team is important to succeed in the modern world. Putting his own cricket career as context, Tiwary explained that had he had a PR team, he could've even become India captain. Tiwary implied that having a good PR team can help boost the image of underperforming players, while diminishing more consistent players. He also fired a bunch of allegations, in particular towards current India head coach and his former India and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) teammate Gautam Gambhir.

"Had To Pay Off Loan, Sold Poori Sabzi": Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli's Ex-Teammate Recalls Struggle

A sportsperson's life more often than not is full of struggles. More so in India, where competition can be intense. But then, Indian sport is abound with stories where despite humble background, players rose to became stars with sheer discipline and hard work. Former India player Manoj Tiwary is one such name. He played 12 ODIs and three T20Is for India. But had he been a little more fortunate, he would have featured in more international matches.

Gautam Gambhir Faces Brutal 'Abuse' Allegations: "Nobody Should Use Such Words"

The strained relationship between Gautam Gambhir and Manoj Tiwary is no secret. Tiwary has taken aim at the Indian cricket team head coach multiple teams in the recent past and in a recent interview, he once again accused him of using 'abuse and threat'. Tiwary recalled an argument during their Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) days which almost resulted in a physical altercation. He recalled that they were having a heated conversation which was ultimately stopped by then bowling coach Wasim Akram.

Gautam Gambhir Spoke 'Absolute Nonsense' About Sourav Ganguly: Ex-Teammate Accuses. This Was Dada's Reply

Gautam Gambhir has been under scrutiny since India lost the Border Gavaskar Trophy against Australia. There were reports that his position as India head coach may be on a shaky ground. In the midst of this, Gambhir came under attack from former India batter Manoj Tiwary. Gautam Gambhir and Manoj Tiwary share a troublesome history. The two clashed during their time in IPL franchise Kolkata Knight Riders. Also, at the 2015 Ranji Trophy, Bengal's Tiwary and Delhi's Gambhir had a heated argument during a game at the Feroz Shah Kotla ground. The incident was covered by every media house as it happened in broad daylight when the match was on.

"I Am Going To Thrash You...": Gautam Gambhir Accused Of 'Verbal Abuse, Giving Threat' By Ex-Teammate

Gautam Gambhir and Manoj Tiwary - it's safe to say that the history that these two former India players share is not nice. The two have often clashed on ground and recently Tiwary, a former India and Bengal batter, called him a 'hypocrite coach' . The two played for Kolkata Knight Riders and had a fight there too. During the 2015 Ranji Trophy, the duo clashed on field during a Delhi vs Bengal match and things turned ugly. Manoj Tiwary revisited all those events and claimed that Gambhir targeted him unnecessarily.

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"CSK Support Staff Don't Have The Guts...": Ex-India Star Makes Huge Claim After MS Dhoni Bats At No. 9

Virender Sehwag's Brutal Dig Amid MS Dhoni Batting Order Debate: "Jaldi Aa Gaye..."

"Suffered Injustice": MS Dhoni's Ex-Teammate Makes Big Claim. Names Player Who Stood By Him

'If I Had PR Team, I Would've Been India Captain': MS Dhoni, Gautam Gambhir's Ex-Teammate Makes Fiery Remark

"Had To Pay Off Loan, Sold Poori Sabzi": Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli's Ex-Teammate Recalls Struggle

Gautam Gambhir Faces Brutal 'Abuse' Allegations: "Nobody Should Use Such Words"

Gautam Gambhir Spoke 'Absolute Nonsense' About Sourav Ganguly: Ex-Teammate Accuses. This Was Dada's Reply

"I Am Going To Thrash You...": Gautam Gambhir Accused Of 'Verbal Abuse, Giving Threat' By Ex-Teammate