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    Skipper Gaikwad, Samson set to form CSK’s opening pair in IPL 2026
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    Skipper Gaikwad, Samson Set To Form CSK’s Opening Pair In IPL 2026

    By IANS News March 26, 2026 • 10:08 AM View: 358
    Chennai Super Kings: Chennai Super Kings (CSK) captain Ruturaj Gaikwad dropped a hint about the team's opening combination for the Indian Premier League edition, revealing he, along with wicketkeeper batter Sanju Samson, will open the innings in IPL 2026.

    CSK who had a dismal campaign last year and their top order was a major weakness. They had tried multiple combinations, but all led to disaster. The five-time winners then tried Ayush Mhatre at the top, and he provided some brisk starts. But with CSK roping in Sanju Samson for IPL 2026, the franchise opted to go in with an experienced pair.

    During the IPL 2026 captain's meet in Mumbai, Gaikwad was asked about CSK's opening combination, and the skipper confirmed that he will return to the top of the order, partnering with newly added member in Samson

    TAGS Skipper Gaikwad Chennai Super Kings Ruturaj Gaikwad Indian Premier League Sanju Samson Ayush Mhatre Rajasthan Royals Ravindra Jadeja Sam Curran Rachin Ravindra Devon Conway Rahul Tripathi Dewald Brevis Royal Challengers Bengaluru
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