Ruturaj Gaikwad Becomes 1st CSK Captain To Score 500+ Runs in An IPL Season

Ruturaj Gaikwad’s bat is on fire! Not only did he not play remarkably well for Chennai Super Kings (CSK) against Punjab Kings (PBKS), but he also rewrote the CSK record books in the process.

 

With a brilliant fifty against PBKS, Gaikwad surpassed the legendary MS Dhoni to become the highest run-scorer for CSK captains in a single IPL season.  This elegant right-hander smashed a record-breaking 509 runs in IPL 2024, surpassing Virat Kohli‘s tally to claim the prestigious Orange Cap!

 

This isn’t Gaikwad’s only record this season.  He’s also the first player in IPL 2024 to cross the coveted 500-run mark!  This knock against Punjab Kings not only dethroned his former skipper Dhoni but also cemented his place in Chepauk Stadium history.

 

Gaikwad’s 62 runs propelled him past the record for most runs scored by a batsman at Chepauk in a single IPL season, reaching a staggering total of 396 runs.  This feat leaves his teammate Devon Conway’s 2023 record in the dust!

 

But Gaikwad’s achievements don’t stop there.  He’s now joined an elite group!  With over 500 runs in three separate IPL seasons, he joins the likes of Suresh Raina, showcasing his remarkable consistency.

 

Here’s the list of CSK captains with the most runs in an IPL season:

509: Ruturaj Gaikwad (2023)

461: MS Dhoni (2013)

455: MS Dhoni (2018)

416: MS Dhoni (2019)

 

Despite Gaikwad’s heroics, CSK fell short against PBKS.  Jonny Bairstow and Rilee Rossouw ensured a comfortable victory for the visitors.  However, CSK remains in third place in the points table.  With the playoff race heating up, Gaikwad’s leadership and batting prowess will be crucial if CSK wants to secure their spot in the knockout stages.