Ruturaj Gaikwad, a rising star in Indian cricket, has been turning heads with his consistent performances across domestic cricket, international matches, and the Indian Premier League (IPL). The young right-hander, who has gained a significant fan following, is currently leading India C in the ongoing Duleep Trophy match against India D in Ananthapur.
Gaikwad’s popularity was evident during the game, as a fan managed to breach security to express his admiration. The passionate supporter ran onto the field on Day 2 to touch the feet of the India C captain. This heartfelt gesture quickly went viral, with many fans highlighting the deep affection the cricketer commands, particularly due to his association with the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the IPL.
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Ruturaj Gaikwad’s time with CSK has seen him grow under the mentorship of MS Dhoni, who has played a pivotal role in shaping his career. Last year, Gaikwad was handed the reins of CSK, taking over the captaincy from Dhoni. Although the team didn’t qualify for the playoffs, Gaikwad’s leadership was well-received by fans, who continued to support him throughout the season.
A fan touched the feet of Captain Ruturaj Gaikwad during the Duleep Trophy match. 🌟
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In the ongoing Duleep Trophy match, however, Gaikwad had a challenging outing with the bat. Opening for his team, he could only manage 5 runs off 19 balls, striking just one boundary before being dismissed. India C struggled as a whole, being bowled out for 168 in response to India D’s 164. Despite regular wickets falling, Baba Indrajith stood tall with a fighting 72, supported by Abishek Porel’s 34, ensuring their team crossed the 100-run mark.
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On the bowling front, Harshit Rana was the standout performer, taking four wickets, while Axar Patel and Saransh Jain chipped in with two each. Arshdeep Singh and Aditya Thakare also contributed with one wicket apiece.
As the match progresses, Gaikwad will be eager to turn things around in the second innings. He’ll be hoping to lead by example, score big, and help his team secure a vital victory and valuable points in the tournament.
