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"Playing More As A Brand...": Sanjay Manjrekar's Huge Statement On MS Dhoni's No. 9 Stunt

MS Dhoni copped a lot of criticism from fans and experts alike as he came out to bat at No. 9 in Chennai Super Kings (CSK)'s defeat to Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in IPL 2025. Chasing a big total, CSK sent out batters like Sam Curran and Ravichandran Ashwin ahead of Dhoni, who is one of the most reputed power-hitters in the game. Former India cricketer and reputed expert Sanjay Manjrekar has given his take on the decision, stating that Dhoni's presence in the CSK team is becoming more due to his brand and less due to playing qualities.

Rajasthan Royals vs Chennai Super Kings LIVE Scorecard, IPL 2025 LIVE: R Ashwin-MS Dhoni's Smart Work Sends Nitish Rana Packing, RR 3 Down vs CSK

Rajasthan Royals vs Chennai Super Kings Live Updates, IPL 2025: R Ashwin and MS Dhoni combined to dismiss Nitish Rana. As the southpaw jumped out of his crease, Ashwin fired in a wide ball away from the reach of Rana. An equally smart Dhoni collected it and stumped Rana out for the latter's score of 81 off 36. Riyan Parag and Dhruv Jurel aim to keep three-down RR vs CSK in their IPL 2025 match at Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati. Earlier, CSK captain Ruturaj Gaikwad won the toss and opted to bowl. CSK are playing with two changes in their squad, Vijay Shankar and Jamie Overton are in at the expense of Deepak Hooda and Sam Curran. On the other hand, RR are unchanged. (Live Scorecard)

India Test Icon, Bought By CSK In 2021, Counters Stephen Fleming's "Home Advantage" Remark

Indian Test legend Cheteshwar Pujara believes that Chennai Super Kings is "one franchise" that has always prepared tracks at the Chepauk as per its strengths and hence finds it difficult to digest head coach Stephen Fleming's comment of "not having any home advantage". CSK suffered their heaviest home defeat while chasing, losing by 50 runs to Rajat Patidar-led Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Pujara, who was with the franchise for a season in 2021, also indicated that CSK middle-order comprising Deepak Hooda, Shivam Dube, Sam Curran and Mahendra Singh Dhoni might have to shoulder more responsibility.

CSK Always Make Pitches As Per Their Strengths, So It's Surprising: Cheteshwar Pujara On Stephen Fleming's Comment

Indian Test legend Cheteshwar Pujara believes that Chennai Super Kings is "one franchise" that has always prepared tracks at the Chepauk as per its strengths and hence finds it difficult to digest head coach Stephen Fleming's comment of "not having any home advantage". CSK suffered their heaviest home defeat while chasing, losing by 50 runs to Rajat Patidar-led Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Pujara, who was with the franchise for a season in 2021, also indicated that CSK middle-order comprising Deepak Hooda, Shivam Dube, Sam Curran and Mahendra Singh Dhoni might have to shoulder more responsibility.

"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.

Rajat Patidar Joins Virat Kohli In Elite Captains List After RCB's Historic Win vs CSK

Rajat Patidar has joined Virat Kohli in the exclusive list of Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) captains to score 50-plus at Chepauk, Chennai. RCB skipper Patidar scored 51 in the clash against Chennai Super Kings on Friday, March 28. With this half-century, Patidar has joined the elite list alongside Virat Kohli, who achieved the milestone back in 2013. Patidar rose to prominence during the 2022 IPL eliminator with a stunning century against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), becoming the first uncapped player to score a century in an IPL playoff that shot the right-hander into stardom.

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.

Updated IPL 2025 Points Table After CSK vs RCB Match, Purple Cap And Orange Cap

Skipper Rajat Patidar's fortuitous fifty received excellent support from an unerring set of bowlers as Royal Challengers Bengaluru snapped a 17-year winless streak at Chepauk with a huge 50-run victory over Chennai Super Kings in Chennai on Friday. Having fought their way to a competitive 196/7, RCB applied the perfect squeeze on CSK with early strikes and the five-time winners crumbled without any resistance, making 146/8. CSK's defeat to RCB in the "Southern Derby" in their own "Anbuden" (Den of Love) was their first since the inaugural edition of the IPL in 2008.

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"Playing More As A Brand...": Sanjay Manjrekar's Huge Statement On MS Dhoni's No. 9 Stunt

Rajasthan Royals vs Chennai Super Kings LIVE Scorecard, IPL 2025 LIVE: R Ashwin-MS Dhoni's Smart Work Sends Nitish Rana Packing, RR 3 Down vs CSK

India Test Icon, Bought By CSK In 2021, Counters Stephen Fleming's "Home Advantage" Remark

CSK Always Make Pitches As Per Their Strengths, So It's Surprising: Cheteshwar Pujara On Stephen Fleming's Comment

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

Rajat Patidar Joins Virat Kohli In Elite Captains List After RCB's Historic Win vs CSK

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

Updated IPL 2025 Points Table After CSK vs RCB Match, Purple Cap And Orange Cap