The 18th season of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2025) is on in full swing. Although some prominent teams began the campaign on a positive note, they are now tasting defeat. Erratic teams are experiencing a rise in the points table. Meanwhile, world-renowned cricketer Chris Gayle, who has amazing IPL records, spoke about the ongoing season. He even gave his ratings to Indian players and talked about the impact of MS Dhoni in the IPL.
Indian Cricketers Ratings by Chris Gayle
Chris Gayle gave his ratings to some Indian cricketers based on their performances:
- Ruturaj Gaikwad – 7
- Yashasvi Jaiswal – 9
- Shubman Gill – 9
- Abhishek Sharma – 8 (because of his impressive beginning with Sunrisers Hyderabad)
- KL Rahul – 8
- Suryakumar Yadav – 9
- Hardik Pandya – 7
- Shreyas Iyer – 8
- Rishabh Pant – 8
MS Dhoni's Role in IPL
Gayle also complimented MS Dhoni, citing his enormous contribution to the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and the IPL as a whole.
"With Dhoni, the worth of the IPL increases significantly. He can play as much as he likes. No one should even think about making him retire. If a good player like him is forced out, it sends a wrong message to the fans," Gayle said.
Gayle further stressed that Dhoni’s presence in the IPL is crucial.
- His leadership has led CSK to multiple championships.
- His following as a fan guarantees that stadiums are filled wherever CSK is playing.
- His wicket-keeping remains top class.
- Even when he bats at number 11, supporters are content just to have him on the field.
"If Dhoni quits the IPL, it would be a massive loss for the tournament. His influence is irreplaceable," Gayle concluded.
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