Ruturaj Gaikwad’s reaction after being announced Chennai Super Kings captain: ‘It’s a huge responsibility but…’ | Ipl News
New Chennai Super Kings captain Ruturaj Gaikwad on Thursday shared his first reaction on replacing Mahendra Singh Dhoni at the franchise’s helm. “Feels good. It’s a privilege obviously. I feel more than that, it’s a huge responsibility but I am really excited because of the kind of group we have. Everyone’s experienced enough so not much of a thing for me to do. Plus I have Mahi bhai in the team, Jaddu bhai as well. Ajju bhai as well, who has been a great captain so not much to worry, just looking forward to enjoy,” Gaikwad said in a video shared by CSK. Earlier on Thursday, Dhoni stepped down as the captain of Chennai Super Kings with Gaikwad named the new skipper ahead of the new IPL season beginning on Friday. Dhoni, who led CSK to five IPL titles, will continue to be available as a player for the season and barring any last minute injury scares will keep wickets against Royal Challengers Bengaluru on Friday. “Feels Good! It’s a privilege!” – Captain Rutu 🗣️🦁 …