After retiring from cricket, Ambati Rayudu has transitioned into a commentary career, being a part of the IPL 2025 commentary panel. Recently, he faced criticism for his support of MS Dhoni, with fans and experts questioning Dhoni’s low batting position in the ongoing season. During a match against PBKS, CSK sent Dhoni higher up the order at No. 5, but he was unable to lead his team to victory, getting out for 27 runs off 12 balls. Ambati Rayudu was left speechless while praising Dhoni’s innings on Star Sports, only to be playfully sledged by Virender Sehwag. Despite Dhoni’s departure, CSK managed to score 201/5 in 20 overs, ultimately losing by 18 runs. With four defeats and one win, CSK is currently ninth in the standings, and Dhoni is set to return as skipper for the remaining games after Ruturaj Gaikwad’s season-ending injury. Sehwag’s witty banter and Rayudu’s admiration for Dhoni added an entertaining element to the match analysis on the commentary panel.
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