3 reasons why Ruturaj Gaikwad must play all five ODIs in New Zealand

The Chennai Super Kings batter impressed against West Indies with an unbeaten 31 and a 57-run knock, earning his place in India's squad for the November series.

By Adreej Kumar Mitra

Updated - 30 Oct 2026, 21:01 IST

2 Min Read

1. Exceptional ability to pace 50-over innings

Unlike fast-paced T20 formats where top-order batters often take a high-risk approach, Gaikwad’s main strength lies in his classical and calculated batting template. He excels at building a platform during the initial Powerplay and gradually changes gears. Gaikwad manipulates middle-overs spin effortlessly with low-risk strokeplay. The Chennai Super Kings captain possesses the ability to accelerate heavily in the final 10 overs—a trait vital for high-scoring ODI matches in New Zealand.

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