The Chennai Super Kings have bounced back strongly after facing a heavy loss in their first game of the 14th edition of the Indian Premier League. However, they have not seen their leader MS Dhoni coming to the party yet in this season.
Dhoni had gone out cheaply in the game against the Delhi Capitals, whereas in the game against the Royals, he batted at the number six position.
There have been calls from experts and forme players demanding Dhoni to bat higher up the order and also that he has become a liability for the team as runs have started to dry up.
Replying to stern criticism of Dhoni, the CEO of the CSK franchise, Kashi Vishwanathan has said that Dhoni was and will continue to be an asset for the men in yellow.
He also clarified that Dhoni’s decision to bat lower down the order has been taken in view of having other in-form players after consultation with the team management.
“See, he plays for the team. To bat at the position he has preferred is something, MS has taken in consultation with the team management. He plays to the situation in the best interest of the game. I am sure if need be he and the team management might decide to play him up the order. But that is for them to decide. He has played only 2 innings so far & I am sure he will come up with big knock performances… CSK needs its captain more than ever before. He is an asset and will always remain so," says CSK CEO.
The Super Kings have won two out of their games this season and have found new heroes in Moeen Ali, Sam Curran.