IPL 2026: No MS Dhoni Again as CSK opt to bowl against LSG in must-win match
Chennai Super Kings opted to bowl first against Lucknow Super Giants, with Ruturaj Gaikwad leading the side in the continued absence of MS Dhoni.
Gaikwad cited the wet conditions at Chepauk as the reason for the bowling decision.
He also expressed optimism about the team's positive momentum after a challenging start to the IPL 2026 season.
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