Chennai Super Kings captain Ruturaj Gaikwad has been struggling with his batting form in the current IPL season. With only 82 runs in six innings at a strike rate of 112.33 and an average of 13.67, the pressure is mounting on him as CSK has only managed two wins in six matches so far.
Ruturaj, who has moved back to opening the innings after batting at number three in the previous season, has had a tough time getting starts. He has been dismissed for single digits thrice and has only managed to score more than 20 runs once. His struggles have been evident in the PowerPlay overs, where he has only survived twice.
The 29-year-old opener has fallen to a variety of bowlers, including pacers, left-arm spinners, and a leg-spinner, indicating that there are technical flaws in his game that need to be addressed. His performance in run chases of 180-plus runs has also been below par, with only 174 runs in 13 innings at a strike rate of 126.08.
To turn things around, Ruturaj needs to be more aggressive and play with the same fighting spirit that has brought him success in the past. As the leader of the team, he must lead from the front and set the example for his teammates. The upcoming matches will be crucial for him to showcase his true potential and help CSK bounce back in the tournament.
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