Cheteshwar Pujara Questions MS Dhoni's Batting Position in IPL: "No Point at 8 or 9"

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Pujara urges Dhoni to bat higher in IPL: 'Can turn games single-handedly'

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News18•12-03-2026, 00:00

Pujara urges Dhoni to bat higher in IPL: 'Can turn games single-handedly'

•Cheteshwar Pujara believes MS Dhoni should bat higher than number 8 or 9 in the upcoming IPL season.
•Pujara argues Dhoni has the potential to single-handedly turn games around if given more balls (25-30).
•Dhoni has been batting at number seven or lower in recent seasons; CSK finished fifth in 2024 and bottom last season.
•Pujara, a former CSK player, praised the team's family-like environment, loyalty, and clarity for players.
•Five-time champions Chennai Super Kings are aiming for a record sixth IPL title, with the season starting March 28.

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