

Former Chennai Super Kings spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has backed skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad, expressing confidence that the opener will soon rediscover his batting rhythm in IPL 2026, after leading the side to a second consecutive win on Tuesday against Kolkata Knight Riders.
With Gaikwad enduring a lean run this season, Ashwin suggested that recent victories as captain could help ease the pressure and allow him to settle into the tournament.