IPL 2025 match between Rajasthan Royals and Chennai Super Kings on March 30, 2025, a delivery from Tushar Deshpande hit Ruturaj Gaikwad on the hand, causing significant discomfort and tension for the CSK team. This incident occurred during a crucial phase of the game, adding to CSK's woes as they struggled to maintain momentum.
The ball, bowled by Tushar Deshpande, struck Ruturaj Gaikwad's hand, leading to immediate pain and discomfort. Gaikwad was seen sitting down, visibly distressed by the impact. This injury added to CSK's challenges, as they were already facing difficulties in their batting lineup. The team had been struggling to find consistency, and such setbacks could further impact their performance in the tournament.
Tushar Deshpande, who recently joined Rajasthan Royals after being acquired for ₹6.5 crore in the IPL 2025 auction, has been looking to make a strong comeback after recovering from an ankle injury that required surgery in September 2024. Despite initial uncertainty about his availability for the season, Deshpande has been optimistic about his recovery and is focused on delivering a strong performance in IPL 2025.
CSK has faced mixed results in IPL 2025, starting with a win over Mumbai Indians but then suffering a significant loss to Royal Challengers Bengaluru. The team has been seeking a strong response to regain momentum, but injuries and inconsistent performances have posed challenges.