'I hate to ... ': CSK captain Ruturaj Gaikwad's blunt verdict
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/photo/130533951.cms" style="margin-top: 3px; margin-right: 5px;" />Ruturaj Gaikwad expressed disappointment after Chennai Super Kings' eight-wicket loss to Gujarat Titans.
Despite his unbeaten 74, CSK struggled to adapt to inconsistent bounce, falling short of a higher total.
Gaikwad highlighted the difficulty in assessing the pitch and the impact of losing wickets at crucial junctures, preventing them from reaching a more competitive score.
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