Ruturaj Gaikwad is one of the most rising talents that Indian Cricket is ready to witness in future. Legend MS Dhoni praised him for his sharp brain and immaculate understanding of the game.
For domestic cricket, Ruturaj has represented Maharashtra, and the only milestone added to his name is that he is the only batsman to smash seven sixes in one over in the history of cricket.
Ruturaj Gaikwad, made his first-class debut during the Ranji Trophy 2016-17 for Maharashtra at just 19. He gained limelight in 2021 when scored 635 runs for the five-time champions Chennai Super Kings. Ahead of the 2024 IPL season, the stylish right-handed batsman was given the captaincy of one of the most prominent franchises in the cash-rich league Chennai Super Kings.
Ruturaj Gaikwad's IPL Career
Ruturaj Gaikwad's IPL Career (Source:@Ahamed_dhoni011,x.com)
Ruturaj Gaikwad impressed Chennai Super Kings's owners with his performance in domestic cricket in the 2018-19 Mushtaq Ali Trophy. In the 2019 IPL auction, his batting prowess gained attention following his successful domestic career, in which he ended as the highest run scorer.
CSK bought the services of Ruturaj and signed him for ₹ 20 lakhs, then retained him in the 2022 Mega Auction for ₹6 crores. In IPL 2025, he was retained by CSK for ₹18 crore.
In IPL 2025, Ruturaj played only five matches and made 122 runs at an average of 24.40 and strike-rate of 150.61.
Ruturaj Gaikwad IPL Team
Ruturaj Gaikwad IPL Team (Source:@Vidyadhar_R,x.com)
Ruturaj Gaikwad marked his debut in the Indian Premier League (IPL) with Chennai Super Kings, five-time champions, in 2009 at an auction base price of 20 lakhs. It is important to note that the CSK captain has just played for the 'Yellow Army'.
The Journey of Rituraj Gaikwad for CSK from being a young batter and replacing the legend MS Dhoni as a captain ahead of the 2024 IPL season is a testament to his talent, dedication and unwavering passion for the game.
In the 17th edition of the IPL season, Rituraj Gaikwad's salary stands at a remunerative INR 6 Crore. He was retained by CSK ahead of the IPL 2025 for ₹18 crore.However, unfortunately, the star player was only able to play five matches before being ruled out of the tournament due to a hairline fracture of the elbow.
Year
Price
Team
2025
INR 18 Crores
Chennai Super Kings
2022-2024
INR 6 Crores
Chennai Super King
2021
INR 40 Lakhs
Chennai Super Kings
2019-2020
INR 20 Lakhs
Chennai Super Kings
Ruturaj Gaikwad's IPL Stats
Year
Match
Runs
Highest
Average
SR
2025
5
122
63
24.40
150.61
2024
2
61
46
30.50
119.61
2023
16
590
92
42.14
147.50
2022
14
368
99
26.29
126.46
2021
16
635
101*
45.35
136.26
2020
6
204
72
51.00
120.71
FAQs: Ruturaj Gaikwad IPL
Q.1. Who is 2024 CSK captain?
Answer: MS Dhoni stepped down from the role of CSK captain and handed over the reins to young opener Ruturaj Gaikwad ahead of the 2024 season of the IPL.
Q.2. What is the highest score of Ruturaj in IPL?
Answer: Ruturaj Gaikwad's highest IPL score is 108* runs.
Q.3. What is Ruturaj Gaikwad's batting style?
Answer: Ruturaj Gaikwad batting revolves around deft touches and timing, than the modern day power hitting module that you see with most young batsmen.
Q.4. What was Ruturaj Gaikwad's IPL price in 2025?
Answer: In IPL 2025, Ruturaj Gaikwad was retained by CSK for ₹18 crore.
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Ruturaj Gaikwad's IPL Price (Source:@khedekarpratik7,x.com)
