Ruturaj Gaikwad Century: The challenge of wife excellence! Rituraj’s century on CSK’s nostalgia day – Bengali News | Ruturaj Gaikwad hits second IPL Century of Career against LSG at Chepauk

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First day! Such is the day for Chennai Super Kings. Indian Premier League started in 2008. Chennai Super Kings played their first home match at this ground today. Chennai Super Kings’ new captain Rituraj Gaikwad made that day memorable with a century. This is his second century in IPL career. Rituraj is giving reliable innings one after another in Chennai jersey.

Chennai lost the toss and had to bat first. The first over of the innings ended with the wicket of Ajinkya Rahane. However, Rituraj did not let the team get under pressure. Anchored the innings from one side. Jadeja formed an important partnership with Shivam Dube. As soon as Shivam Dube entered the field, Rituraj’s devastating batting started. Although the start of the innings was relatively slow, Rituraj did not take time to shift gears. Hit six and reached 99 off 55 balls.

The dream finally came true in the 18th over of the innings. Although the second century of IPL career, the first on the soil of India! The first IPL century of his career came in Dubai. This time in front of the home fans. He crossed the boundary century off 56 balls. A few days ago, Chennai Super Kings shared a sweet video on social media. Rituraj and his wife Utkarsha’s batting challenge. Wife Utkarsha is also a cricketer. Century after the challenge of excellence!

Rituraj Gaikwad was unbeaten on 108 runs from 60 balls until the end. Mahi entered the field with the last ball. Hit the boundary. Chennai Super Kings gave Lucknow a huge target of 211 runs.