IPL 2018: Suresh Raina names the X-factor in the Chennai Super Kings camp

The Chennai Super Kings are on a dream run in the ongoing edition of the Indian Premier League. They have made a fantastic return to the IPL roster. Chennai Super Kings became the second team to qualify for the playoffs in IPL 2018 after the Sunrisers Hyderabad. One of the key players for their impressive run in the tournament is Suresh Raina.

Suresh Raina has played some very fine knocks for his side in the competition thus far. However, a very modest Raina has credited the success of the Super Kings to one big name in the side – MS Dhoni. Raina remarked that Dhoni is one of the best leaders in the world. Also, he feels that the presence of Michael Hussey in the dugout has done a world of good to the batsmen of the CSK camp.

“There are a lot of X-factors in the Chennai Super Kings team. By God’s grace, we have qualified for the playoffs every single year we have played in the IPL. One factor I would say is MS Dhoni… he is the number one finisher in the world. He is definitely one of the top leaders in the world,” Suresh Raina quoted.

“Also, another big factor this year for CSK has been Michael Hussey. Hussey has played with me, Ambati Rayudu, Shane Watson earlier and he has made a big difference for us in this season,” he added.

Dhoni as a captain vs Dhoni as a player

When asked if there is a difference between the two versions of MS Dhoni, the player and the captain, Suresh Raina answered in negation. He conceded that Dhoni is very honest leader who is always approachable for the youngsters in the team.

“There’s no difference between MS Dhoni as a player and as a captain. I have always felt that he is an honest captain. He works really hard with all the boys. He is very approachable for all the young players,” Raina elaborated.

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