Gaikwad Says Bowling Cost CSK Against PBKS At Chepauk

Chennai Super Kings lost to Punjab Kings at Chepauk on Friday, and captain Ruturaj Gaikwad said the bowling let them down. CSK made 209, but Punjab chased it with eight balls left and won by five wickets. Gaikwad said the team missed key chances at the wrong time. CSK now turn to Royal Challengers Bengaluru on Sunday.

Quick rundown

CSK’s bowling had an off day, and the scoreboard did the rest.
A solid 209 wasn’t enough to save the yellow brigade.
Priyansh Arya’s 39 off 11 stole the spotlight in a hurry.
Gaikwad felt the middle overs never gave CSK the momentum they needed.
Next stop: a quick turnaround against RCB at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium.

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Series

Indian Premier League
Pakistan Super League
South Africa Women tour of New Zealand
County Championship Division Two