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    Honest confession from CSK coach Stephen Fleming
Honest confession from CSK coach Stephen Fleming
At 42, MS Dhoni is in his final stage of his career. Source: Cricket Today

Honest confession from CSK coach Stephen Fleming

n the 2024 IPL, MS Dhoni has been a finisher for Chennai Super Kings, usually batting late in the innings and playing the loose balls with great skill. This season, the veteran has maintained a strike rate of 224.48, scoring 110 runs in nine innings.

While praising Dhoni's impact, CSK head coach Stephen Fleming noted that managing the veteran's workload has been a challenge because of his age. At 42, he is in the twilight of his career. Speaking to Cricbuzz, he said:

“We are in charge of his workload. We’ve seen early in the season that it’s risky and that if he bats too long, we could lose him due to a little muscle issue. Therefore, don’t undervalue his impact on the squad merely because he is batted ninth.”

Fleming also said he thought Dhoni's presence would benefit newly-appointed skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad, referring to his experience as a captain:

“One of our current challenges is that, while we have a capable backup keeper, he is not the same as MS Dhoni. We want to keep MS Dhoni on the field doing what he does best—hitting in the final two, three, or four overs. His keeping and his ability to provide tactical guidance to the new captain are extremely important.”

CSK have 12 points from 11 games, with six wins and five losses, and are now fourth on the IPL 2024 points table. They have their sights set on the play-offs and will be looking to continue their winning ways from their last three league matches. They take on GT on Friday.

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