Chennai Super Kings usually like to have stability in their team. However, this season saw a lot of jerks for the 4-time champions. Ravindra Jadeja was named as MSD’s successor to lead the team two days before the IPL began. However, CSK’s performance was shockingly poor in the tournament’s first half. Ravindra Jadeja could not contribute a lot to the team and his captaincy decisions were also questioned. What was most shocking was Jadeja dropping catches. He has been known as the best fielder internationally. And it is not usual witnessing him dropping catches. On the other hand, he is known for converting half-chances into dismissals. After 8 matches, CSK officially replaced Jadeja as the captain. Thala was brought in to lead the team. Fans suspect there’s a rift between Chennai Super Kings and Ravindra Jadeja, as the team account has unfollowed Jadeja on Instagram.
Although it was officially stated that Jadeja has himself given up the captaincy. Reports state that he was forced by the management to hand over the command to Dhoni. In addition, he was dropped from the team against Delhi Capitals in their last clash. MS Dhoni had mentioned that he misses the match because of an injury, but fans like to believe otherwise. Many have taken to the internet to compare this situation with David Warner in IPL 2021. He was removed from the captaincy and was later dropped from the team as well. Moreover, he was not retained by the franchise before the auction. Now, it has been noticed that Chennai Super Kings’ official Instagram handle is no longer following Ravindra Jadeja. However, they follow all the other players.
Chennai Super Kings unfollow Ravindra Jadeja on Instagram
However, MS Dhoni had himself talked about the captaincy with Jadeja last year. Giving him enough time to mentally prepare for it. In addition, Jadeja was seen bowing to MSD after his match-winning knock against MI. Furthermore, Jadeja also talked about how Dhoni communicates to the bowlers. When he is fielding at the deep while he was still the captain. So, a rift between Dhoni, Management, and Jadeja is very unlikely. However, fans have been following the socials closely and suspect some tensions.
