India, April 18 -- Ruturaj Gaikwad is under mounting pressure in the ongoing IPL season as runs continue to elude him, with Chennai Super Kings enduring a mixed campaign, losing three of their first five matches. In the absence of MS Dhoni, the spotlight has firmly shifted onto Gaikwad, and it seems to be affecting both his batting and his on-field calls. He has managed just 63 runs in five outings, striking at a modest 105.00, numbers that have raised concerns about his role at the top. With his struggles continuing, there are growing calls to rethink the opening combination, with some suggesting Ayush Mhatre be given a chance alongside Sanju Samson to provide more intent early on.

Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan weighed in on Gai...