Ruturaj Gaikwad, the young captain of the Chennai Super Kings (CSK), has achieved a remarkable feat. During their recent IPL match against the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), Gaikwad surpassed the legendary Michael Hussey to become the fourth-highest run-scorer for CSK in the IPL’s history.
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Gaikwad played a crucial role in CSK’s victory, scoring 98 runs off just 54 balls. His innings was packed with power, featuring 10 fours and 3 sixes. This knock, made with minimal risks, came at a very impressive strike rate of over 181.
In his IPL career for CSK, Ruturaj Gaikwad has played a total of 61 matches. Across these matches, he has amassed a staggering 2,244 runs. He has an average of 42.33 runs, showcasing his consistency. Additionally, his strike rate of 138.09 reflects his ability to score quickly when needed. So far, Gaikwad has scored 2 centuries and a whopping 17 fifties in the IPL for CSK. Interestingly, his highest score to date is an unbeaten 108 runs.
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Before Gaikwad’s achievement, Michael Hussey held the position of the 4th-highest run-scorer for CSK. Hussey, a well-respected cricketer, played for CSK between 2008 and 2015. During his time with the team, he scored 2,213 runs in 64 matches. While his average was a healthy 40.98, his strike rate was slightly lower at 122.80. Similar to Gaikwad, Hussey also has a century and 17 fifties under his belt for CSK. His highest score for the team was an unbeaten 116 runs.
Who is the Top Scorer for CSK?
While Ruturaj Gaikwad has climbed the ranks, the title of CSK’s all-time highest run-scorer still belongs to Suresh Raina. Raina, a legendary batsman, has scored a massive 5,529 runs across 200 matches for CSK in T20 cricket. He has an average of 33.10 runs per match and a strike rate of 138.91. Raina has also smashed 2 centuries and a remarkable 38 fifties for CSK, with his highest score being an unbeaten 109 runs.
Ruturaj Gaikwad’s performance against SRH wasn’t just a one-time thing. He is currently the second-highest run-scorer in the IPL 2024 season. In just 9 matches played so far, he has scored a phenomenal 447 runs. This translates to an even more impressive average of 63.85 runs per match, highlighting his consistent dominance. His strike rate for the season stands at a very healthy 149.49. Gaikwad has already scored one century and three fifties in IPL 2024, with his highest score being an unbeaten 108 runs.
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