ICC World Test Championship Final: Ruturaj Gaikwad Has A Great Future When It Comes To Indian Cricket" - Wasim Akram Lavishes Huge Praise On CSK Opener

ICC World Test Championship Final: Ruturaj Gaikwad Has A Great Future When It Comes To Indian Cricket” – Wasim Akram Lavishes Huge Praise On CSK Opener

by CA DeskJune 1, 2023

Last Update on: June 1st, 2023 at 12:58 pm

Wasim Akram, the former Pakistani fast bowler, expressed his admiration for Ruturaj Gaikwad, the opening batsman for the Chennai Super Kings (CSK), stating that he has a promising future in Indian cricket.

Ruturaj Gaikwad played a pivotal role in CSK’s triumph over the defending champions, the Gujarat Titans, in the final of IPL 2023 at the Narendra Modi Stadium.

In the recently concluded IPL season, Gaikwad amassed 590 runs for CSK, with an impressive average of 42.14. He scored four half-centuries during the tournament, contributing significantly to his team’s success. Throughout his career with CSK, Gaikwad has accumulated 1797 runs in 52 matches, showcasing his consistency and ability to perform at the highest level.

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Although Gaikwad has represented India in 10 T20 International matches, he has been replaced by Yashasvi Jaiswal as a standby player in the Indian squad ahead of the World Test Championship final. This decision indicates the selectors’ confidence in Gaikwad’s potential and their consideration of him for future international assignments.

Ruturaj Gaikwad Came Up With Excellent Performance Under Pressure: Wasim Akram

Akram praised Ruturaj Gaikwad’s exceptional performance under pressure and highlighted his physical fitness as a significant advantage.

He also acknowledged Ruturaj Gaikwad’s excellent fielding skills and emphasized that being young adds to his potential. Akram believes that Gaikwad has a bright future ahead of him in both Indian cricket and the franchises he represents.

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“He came up with an excellent performance under pressure. The plus with him is that he is physically very fit. He is a very good fielder and is young as well. Gaikwad has a bright future when it comes to Indian cricket as well as the franchises he plays for,”

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With his consistent performances in IPL 2023 and his ability to handle pressure situations, Ruturaj Gaikwad has caught the attention of cricket pundits like Wasim Akram. The 26-year-old’s talent, physical fitness, and fielding skills make him a valuable asset for any team he represents. As he continues to mature and gain more experience, Gaikwad is expected to make significant contributions to Indian cricket and further enhance his reputation as a top-class opening batsman.