Archive · 1 Sep 2026
Ruturaj Gaikwad Backs Himself for Strong India Comeback Through Runs
Ruturaj Gaikwad wants to play for India again.
He believes he can return by scoring many runs.
He said he has been scoring consistently over the years.
For now, he plans to stay patient and wait for another chance.
Gaikwad is also the captain of Chennai Super Kings.
He has not watched much of the upcoming Afghanistan match because he is busy training.
He said he still supports India even when he is not playing.
His next focus is the domestic cricket season.
Strong performances there could help him earn another opportunity with India.
Ruturaj Gaikwad said he is very confident of returning to India’s team.
The Chennai Super Kings captain plans to regain contention by consistently scoring runs.
Gaikwad said patience and continued batting performances will be important while awaiting another opportunity.
He said he has not closely followed the Rashid Khan-Sooryavanshi matchup against Afghanistan.
His immediate focus is domestic cricket, including the Irani Cup, Ranji Trophy and Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy.
- Who
- Ruturaj Gaikwad, the Chennai Super Kings skipper and batter.
- What
- He expressed confidence about making a strong return to India’s team through consistent domestic performances.
- When
- He made the comments on Tuesday; the upcoming domestic schedule follows the Duleep Trophy.
- Where
- At an event in Coimbatore.
- Why
- He is aiming to regain selection by continuing to score runs and remaining ready for another opportunity.
- Player
- Ruturaj Gaikwad
- Current role
- Chennai Super Kings skipper and opener
- Stated confidence
- Gaikwad said he is “very much confident” about returning to India’s team.
- Selection approach
- He plans to remain consistent, make runs and wait for his opportunity.
- Upcoming domestic competitions
- Irani Cup, Ranji Trophy and Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy
- India-Afghanistan discussion
- Gaikwad said he had not followed the Rashid Khan-Sooryavanshi matchup closely.