Ruturaj Gaikwad
Ruturaj Gaikwad is an Indian cricketer and the captain of the Chennai Super Kings in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Known for his elegant batting style and strong performance in the domestic circuit, Gaikwad has emerged as a key player for his franchise. He led CSK into IPL 2025 with the hopes of adding another title to the team's storied history.
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The swashbuckling century by Ruturaj Gaikwad in the recently concluded ODI series against South Africa has not gone unnoticed.
Bench strength on trial; Shubman Gill injury opens T20I auditions as NZ series, T20 World Cup loom | Cricket News
India· 2025-12-19
Ruturaj Gaikwad's batting at No. 4 may have paid off in the recent matches.
Time to prep for South African conditions: India's urgent ODI overhaul for 2027 World Cup | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-12-08
Ruturaj Gaikwad contributed to India's total with a strong performance in the ODI match.
'Where was the intent?’: Irfan Pathan slams Ravindra Jadeja after sluggish finish costs India in Raipur ODI | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-12-05
Gaikwad's current experiment at No.4 in ODIs suggests a conscious attempt to showcase flexibility.
'He can’t fit in India’s plans': R Ashwin finally reveals why selectors are ignoring Riyan Parag for ODIs | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-12-05
Ruturaj Gaikwad held a press conference where he discussed various topics including a message from Gautam Gambhir.
'You doubted me?': R Ashwin decodes Virat Kohli's fiery celebrations, says legend is out to prove a point | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-12-05Ruturaj Gaikwad held a press conference revealing a message from Gautam Gambhir.
Left out of Indian team, Mohammed Shami sends strong message; takes 4 for 13 in Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-12-05
Ruturaj Gaikwad scored his maiden ODI hundred, contributing significantly to India's total.
Kohli's hundred in vain as South Africa level series with India in Raipur runfest
Guyana· 2025-12-05
Ruturaj Gaikwad rebuilt the innings with a superb 195-run stand for the third wicket.
'Where is Mohammed Shami? Why isn't he playing?': Harbhajan Singh fumes after India's defeat | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-12-04Ruturaj scored 105 runs off 83 balls, hitting 12 fours and 2 sixes.
ভারতের বিপক্ষে ৩৫৯ রানের লক্ষ্য ছুঁয়ে জয়, রান তাড়া শিখিয়ে দিলেন মার্করাম–ব্রেভিসরা
Bangladesh· 2025-12-03
Ruturaj Gaikwad was dismissed after scoring 8 runs.
IND v SA: Shush! Virat Kohli's siblings draw attention as Team India batter surpasses Sachin Tendulkar’s world record | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-12-01
Faf du Plessis finished just 2 runs behind Ruturaj Gaikwad in the Orange Cap tally.
PSL over IPL! Faf du Plessis pulls out of Indian Premier League to play in Pakistan | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-11-29
Dhoni led CSK last year in the absence of regular skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad.
'Chala ke report dena': MS Dhoni signs fan's bike, video goes viral - watch | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-11-14
Ruturaj Gaikwad suffered an elbow fracture, leading to Dhoni being CSK's stand-in captain.
Inside details of MS Dhoni's IPL 2026 preparations: Gym, swimming, two hours of power-hitting and match simulations | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-11-13
Ruturaj Gaikwad is expected to interchange positions at No. 3 with Sanju Samson in CSK’s batting lineup.
'If Sanju Samson, Ruturaj Gaikwad open ... ': R Ashwin names CSK's next big target after Ravindra Jadeja-Sam Curran twist | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-11-12
Ruturaj Gaikwad is suggested to continue as captain of CSK.
'Ravindra Jadeja has to be there': Suresh Raina warns CSK amid blockbuster IPL trade buzz with Rajasthan Royals | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-11-10
Ruturaj Gaikwad is serving as vice-captain for the series.
No Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma! BCCI announces India A squad for South Africa series; Ruturaj Gaikwad vice-captain | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-11-05
Ruturaj Gaikwad will also join the squad in the second match.
Sarfaraz Khan misses out again, Rishabh Pant recovers to be named captain of India A vs South Africa A - complete squads | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-10-21
Ruturaj Gaikwad was dismissed for a two-ball duck in the match.
India's intra-squad game: Sarfaraz Khan slams century as Jasprit Bumrah goes wicketless in Beckenham | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-06-14
Ruturaj Gaikwad was injured, leading to MS Dhoni taking over as captain.
आईपीएल : गुजरातलाई अर्को धक्का- खेलकुद
Nepal· 2025-05-26
Ruturaj Gaikwad's injury led to MS Dhoni returning to lead the Chennai Super Kings mid-season.
MS Dhoni brutally roasted as netizens ask for IPL retirement after CSK slump | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-05-21Ruturaj Gaikwad has been ruled out due to an elbow injury.
'I drink 5 litres of …': MS Dhoni finally breaks silence on viral rumour | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-04-22
Rajat Patidar surpassed the likes of Ruturaj Gaikwad (both 31 innings).
History made! RCB captain Rajat Patidar breaks Sachin Tendulkar's record in IPL | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-04-19
Ruturaj Gaikwad was ruled out of the IPL due to an elbow injury.
Watch: MS Dhoni 'scolds' fan for second autograph requestIndia· 2025-04-17
Ruturaj Gaikwad’s injury led to MS Dhoni’s return as captain.
'Dhoni isn't a soothsayer ...': Fleming cautions against expecting instant CSK revival | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-04-13
Ruturaj Gaikwad was replaced by Rahul Tripathi in the CSK lineup.
Chennai Super Kings suffer fifth loss on the trot as Knight Riders register monster winGuyana· 2025-04-12
Ruturaj Gaikwad's injury led to MS Dhoni resuming the captaincy for CSK.
IPL 2025: Sunil Narine silences MS Dhoni on his return to CSK captaincy | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-04-11Dhoni had handed over the reins to Gaikwad ahead of the 2024 season.
MS Dhoni calls his longtime teammate a 'traitor' ahead of CSK vs KKR clash | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-04-11
Ruturaj Gaikwad has been ruled out of the IPL 2025 with a fracture on his elbow.
'Captain MS Dhoni is back': Internet goes bonkers after CSK confirm Ruturaj Gaikwad injuryIndia· 2025-04-10Ruturaj Gaikwad ruled out of IPL with a fracture on his elbow.
MS Dhoni to lead CSK; Ruturaj Gaikwad ruled out of IPL 2025 | Cricket NewsIndia· 2025-04-10Ruturaj Gaikwad was out for just 1 run.
पन्जाबको जोस, चेन्नई उस्तैमोहाली- खेलकुदNepal· 2025-04-09
