Chennai Super Kings’ pathetic run last season was the result of a longer quarantine, change in venue and lack of competitive cricket in bui...
Chennai Super Kings’ pathetic run last season was the result of a longer quarantine, change in venue and lack of competitive cricket in build-up but this year the players have taken more responsibility while performing their roles, skipper MS Dhoni said on Wednesday.
CSK regained the top spot with a convincing seven-wicket win over SunRisers Hyderabad, making short work of a challenging 172-run target.
CSK ended at the bottom in the UAE edition but this season, they are on a roll, having won five of the six matches played.
Asked about team’s impressive performance right from the beginning, Dhoni listed out a number of reasons.
“Whenever you start the tournament, you may or may not face issues in playing XI. The earlier you settle the better. Another factor was for 5-6 months, we were out of cricket. Nothing was allowed. That also makes it difficult. Change of quarantine was slightly longer. A lot of factors,” said Dhoni.
“Overall, if I have to sum it up, the players have taken more responsibility this year.”
Dhoni also emphasised on keeping the dressing room a happy place and made a special mention for players who have not yet got a game.
“You will be facing adverse things but ultimately it boils down to how each individual rises to the...
