MS Dhoni, now a lower-order batter due to Impact Substitution, scored a late cameo, but it wasn’t enough to rescue CSK. However, the next match against Rajasthan Royals (RR) on a slower Barsapara pitch could be an ideal opportunity to regain momentum.
While CSK’s spin attack, led by Ravindra Jadeja and Ravichandran Ashwin, is no longer as formidable as before, the conditions might favour them against an RR side that struggles against quality spin.
RR’s batting lacks a proven match-winner like Jos Buttler, and captain Riyan Parag has looked out of depth leading the franchise. Their bowling attack, featuring Tushar Deshpande and Sandeep Sharma, has also been inconsistent.
Both teams have their weaknesses, but CSK’s experience with spin-friendly conditions could give them a crucial advantage. If their bowlers can exploit RR’s vulnerabilities, they might just secure a much-needed win in what promises to be a battle of two underperforming sides.
