New Delhi, May 19 -- Chennai Super Kings (CSK) head coach Stephen Fleming believes that the transition from former skipper MS Dhoni to current captain Ruturaj Gaikwad won't be easy, but is confident that the latter can go on to become a successful captain in the future.

Ruturaj Gaikwad took over as CSK skipper from MS Dhoni ahead of the IPL 2024 season. In IPL 2024, CSK narrowly missed the playoffs, finishing fifth after a defeat to Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB).

CSK endured one of their most forgettable seasons in the IPL in 2025, finishing 10th with just eight points.

Gaikwad, however, was ruled out of the 2025 season midseason because of an injury. Dhoni took over as CSK captain for the rest of the season.

"I think Ruturaj can ...