'This would be my advice...': MS Dhoni sends powerful message to CSK youngsters after another flop show

Chennai Super Kings skipper MS Dhoni had a clear message for the youngsters after his team suffered another disappointing loss in the IPL 2025 season, this time against Rajasthan Royals. Akash Madhwal and Vaibhav Suryavanshi performed well for RR as they ended the season with a 6-wicket win over CSK on Tuesday.

While Dhoni praised a few individual efforts, he pointed out what the youngsters need to improve on going forward. This was the 10th match that CSK lost this season and they have just one game left. This is arguably the worst season for CSK in their IPL history. Even if they win their last league game, CSK will likely remain at the bottom of the points table due to their poor NRR.

Dhoni’s advice to youngsters

Speaking after the match, Dhoni said, “It was a good total, Brevis’ innings was really nice. He took risks, and that’s the phase we want to improve. The run rate was up but we lost one or two more wickets early.”

He also mentioned young bowler Anshul Kamboj, who impressed with the new ball. “Kamboj is good, he gets a lot of movement and his deliveries hit you harder than expected. He’s done well bowling three overs in the powerplay, which is never easy.”

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But the highlight of Dhoni’s post-match chat was his advice to the young players in the CSK squad. “They have to try for consistency. If you’re aiming for a 200-plus strike rate, then being consistent becomes difficult. They have the ability to hit sixes at any point, but it’s important not to take pressure when expectations rise. It’s about reading the game. That would be my advice to all the youngsters who have done well — don’t lose focus and keep learning.”

With the season almost done, CSK’s focus will now shift to rebuilding and Dhoni has already acknowledged it. After the toss on Tuesday, Dhoni said that they have already started the rebuilding process for next season. They have asked the batters to play more freely and express themselves.

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RR beat CSK by 6 wickets

Rajasthan Royals chased down a target of 188 with six wickets in hand. Royals’ 14-year-old sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi once again stole the spotlight with a superb 57 off 33 balls. He formed a 98-run partnership with Sanju Samson (41) that set the platform for an easy chase.

Earlier, Ayush Mhatre helped CSK score 187. The young batter smashed 43 off 20 balls, keeping CSK in the fight. Dewald Brevis (42) and Shivam Dube (39) also chipped in, but CSK’s middle order collapsed once again. Dhoni himself scored just 16 off 17 balls, unable to provide the big finish.

Yudhvir Singh and Akash Madhwal were the stars with the ball for Royals, picking up three wickets each.