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Former India international Ambati Rayudu has named India batter Ruturaj Gaikwad as the successor to Mahendra Singh Dhoni as the Chennai Super Kings captain. Gaikwad has emerged as one of the best young players in Indian cricket and grew into a core member of the CSK nucleus. In his 52 matches for the Chennai franchise, Rutu has scored 797 runs at an average of 39.07 and a 135.52 strike rate.
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Ambati Rayudu was speaking to influencer Ranveer Allahbadia on the TRS podcast, where he was asked about 26-year-old Maharashtra batter. Rayudu praised Gaikwad for his temperament and dedication before describing him as one of the vital players for Indian cricket. Further, when asked if Gaikwad could lead CSK, Rayudu agreed and said, "I think, ideally it should be Rutu (Ruturaj Gaikwad). But let's see."
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In the podcast, Ambati Rayudu also spoke about MS Dhoni's captaincy. The Hyderabad native shared how Dhoni has more than often managed to bring out the best in his players. Rayudu credited this ability to his years of experience of playing at the highest level.
"I mean see everybody knows that he has brought the best out the best in so many players and across formats, even he has brought out the best in many foreigners that have played for CSK. I think he has it in him. I don't even know how to express it because he is either blessed or he has cultivated it over so many years of playing the sport."
