Irfan Pathan Questions CSK’s Disappointing Season After SRH’s Confidence-Boosting Win

Former Indian cricket all-rounder Irfan Pathan has voiced concerns about Chennai Super Kings’ underwhelming performance in the current IPL season, following Sunrisers Hyderabad’s decisive victory against the five-time champions.

Taking to Instagram, Pathan highlighted the stark contrast between the two teams’ fortunes this season, describing CSK’s campaign as “disappointing” while noting that SRH secured a “confidence booster win.” The cricket expert and commentator specifically pointed to questions surrounding key CSK veterans Ravindra Jadeja and MS Dhoni.

CSK Under Scrutiny

Pathan’s critical assessment comes at a time when Chennai Super Kings, traditionally one of the most successful franchises in IPL history, have been struggling to maintain their usual standards. His commentary suggests deeper concerns about the team’s composition and strategy, particularly regarding their senior players.

The former India international specifically mentioned having “few questions for Jadeja and Dhoni” – a significant statement considering the iconic status both players hold in Chennai’s setup. Dhoni, who handed over captaincy to Ruturaj Gaikwad before the season, continues to be a key figure in the team’s leadership group despite stepping back from the official captaincy role.

Pathan’s IPL Analysis Trend

This evaluation of CSK’s performance is part of Pathan’s ongoing analysis of IPL 2025 matches. The former cricketer has been regularly sharing his thoughts on team performances throughout the tournament.

In recent posts, Pathan has commented on several other IPL encounters. Just days before his CSK-SRH analysis, he praised the performances of Josh Hazlewood and Virat Kohli, while noting that Rajasthan Royals had lost three close games this season. He has also highlighted Mumbai Indians’ resurgence, particularly Rohit Sharma’s return to form and Suryakumar Yadav’s consistency.

Pathan has maintained an active presence on social media throughout the IPL, offering his expert opinions on various matches and player performances. His analyses typically focus on strategic aspects of the game, individual player contributions, and team dynamics – drawing from his extensive experience as an international cricketer.

CSK’s Season Struggles

Chennai Super Kings’ current season struggles represent a significant departure from their historical success. Under MS Dhoni’s leadership, the franchise won five IPL titles (2010, 2011, 2018, 2021, and 2023), making them one of the most successful teams in the tournament’s history alongside Mumbai Indians.

The transition of captaincy from Dhoni to Gaikwad was expected to be smooth, especially after the team’s title win in 2023. However, the results this season have not met expectations, leading to questions about team selection, strategy, and the roles of senior players.

Pathan’s pointed questions about Jadeja and Dhoni suggest concerns about their current contributions to the team. Jadeja, a key all-rounder for CSK and India, has been a central figure in Chennai’s success, while Dhoni, despite stepping away from captaincy, continues to be the team’s most influential figure both on and off the field.

As the IPL season progresses, CSK will need to address these concerns to revive their campaign and maintain their reputation as perennial playoff contenders.

Trivia

Irfan Pathan has also made appearances in various television commercials and media campaigns post his cricketing career.

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