Intro:
Well, this is a gut punch for CSK fans. Ruturaj Gaikwad, the team’s star batter and captain, is officially out of the rest of IPL 2025 after scans confirmed a hairline fracture in his elbow. The injury, which he’s been playing through for a while, finally forced him to step aside—and in a twist that feels both surprising and inevitable, “young wicketkeeper” MS Dhoni is back leading the team.
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What Happened to Gaikwad?
Gaikwad got smacked on the elbow during CSK’s match against Rajasthan Royals in Guwahati. At first, the X-rays didn’t show much, but an MRI later revealed the bad news: a fracture in the radial neck (that’s near the elbow, for us non-doctors).
Coach Stephen Fleming said Gaikwad had been pushing through the pain, but it got to a point where playing just wasn’t an option anymore. “We’re disappointed and feel for him,” Fleming admitted.
Gaikwad’s Emotional Exit
In a heartfelt message, Gaikwad didn’t hide his frustration:
“I’m really gutted to miss the rest of the IPL… I would’ve loved to help lift the team out of this situation, but some things are simply out of our control.”
CSK’s season has been rough—after a strong start, they’ve lost four straight. Gaikwad’s leadership was supposed to steady the ship, but now, the reins are being handed over to someone very familiar with the job.
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Dhoni Takes Over (Again)
Yep, you read that right. At 43, MS Dhoni—who Fleming jokingly called “an uncapped player” (classic Fleming humor)—is back as CSK’s captain.
Fleming made it clear there was no hesitation from Dhoni: “He had no doubt about stepping up to guide us out of this.”
For fans, it’s a bittersweet moment. On one hand, seeing Thala lead again is chef’s kiss. On the other, it’s a reminder that this might really be Dhoni’s last dance.
What’s Next for CSK?
With Gaikwad out and Dhoni back in charge, CSK’s season just got a whole lot more dramatic. Can the old magic work again? Or is this just delaying the inevitable rebuild?
One thing’s for sure—CSK matches just became must-watch TV. Again.
Final Thought:
Injuries suck. Losing streaks suck harder. But if there’s one guy who knows how to turn a sinking ship around, it’s that guy with the long hair and ice-cool nerves. Let’s see what happens.
(Cue “Dhoni finishes off in style” flashbacks.)
