With just 2 wins in 8 games and a five-match losing streak, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) find themselves at the bottom of the IPL 2025 table. But amidst growing pressure from fans and analysts, CSK CEO Kasi Viswanathan has come forward with a strong statement of support and calm.
Speaking to PTI on Wednesday, Viswanathan dismissed the idea of panic within the franchise: “We have never pressed the panic button. Our franchise is not like that. It is just a game.”
CSK’s Season So Far: Injuries and Inconsistencies
CSK’s campaign has been riddled with challenges. From Ruturaj Gaikwad’s injury to misfiring overseas players, the team has lacked its usual cohesion and firepower. Viswanathan acknowledged the poor form but stressed on keeping faith in the process.
“We have not been performing up to the mark. We are trying to improve and will try to do well in the next few games,” he said.
MS Dhoni Back at the Helm – But “No Magic Wand”
With Gaikwad sidelined, MS Dhoni has returned to lead the side, sparking hopes of a turnaround. However, head coach Stephen Fleming offered a reality check, saying Dhoni “doesn’t have a magic wand” to fix everything overnight.
Viswanathan echoed the sentiment, emphasizing that it’s not about any one player: “It’s a question that the team should do well, not just one individual. Dhoni will do what is right for the team.”
Looking Ahead: Six Games, Must-Win Scenario
With six matches remaining, CSK is in a virtual must-win situation to stay alive in the playoff race. Even as Dhoni has begun hinting at planning for IPL 2026, fans remain hopeful for a dramatic turnaround in the coming weeks.
Viswanathan, true to CSK’s legacy of loyalty and calm, stated: “We don’t criticize our team at all. What we expect as administrators is a good performance from the team.”
Final Word
CSK’s current crisis may test even their most die-hard supporters, but the franchise’s philosophy of patience and long-term vision continues to shine through. With MS Dhoni leading once more and key players needing to step up, the next few games could either define or derail their IPL 2025 story.
Category: IPL 2025, CSK Updates, Team News, Leadership & Strategy
Tags: CSK, IPL 2025, Kasi Viswanathan, MS Dhoni, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Stephen Fleming, CSK losing streak, CSK vs MI, CSK CEO
