Chennai Super Kings’ (CSK) Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 poor performance continues as they suffered their fourth consecutive defeat on Friday. Kane Williamson-led Sunrisers Hyderabad beat the defending champions by 8 wickets, they are at the bottom of the points table; 10. Wingsth Position with zero points.
The four-time IPL champion is struggling in all departments. Their dependable opener Ruturaj Gaikwad, who won the Orange Cap last season, is struggling to score runs. He has so far scored 0, 1, 1 and 16 runs in four matches respectively. His opening partner Robin Uthappa scored a brilliant half-century against Lucknow Super Giants but after that it became difficult for him to stay between runs.
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On the other hand, Deepak Chahar’s absence has affected their bowling attack. His bowlers have taken a total of 18 wickets in 4 matches. He took the most wickets – 8 – against Punjab Kings while the least – 2 – against SRH.
Former India opener Wasim Jaffer has said that CSK may not have a wicket-taker but the lack of firepower in the top-order is also hurting them this season.
“They miss a wicket taker in the powerplay. Also Ruturaj and Uthappa did not score any goal. If your top four don’t bat for 14 or 15 overs it will be very difficult.
The former Indian cricketer highlighted the absence of Faf du Plessis in the CSK line-up, who is now successfully leading Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in IPL 2022.
“Du Plessis did a great job with Gaikwad, due to which his three, four and five batted freely and that is not happening this year. That is why they are not able to score their total and help their bowling defend their total,” Jaffer said.
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