Fielding Mistakes Against Punjab Kings

During the last match against Punjab Kings, CSK's fielding weaknesses were evident. The team let five catches slip, and Punjab took advantage and won by 18 runs. Captain Ruturaj Gaikwad confirmed the effect of these mistakes, saying, "In the last four games, the only point of difference has been fielding. Dropped catches have cost us. The same batsman scores 15, 20, or even 30 more runs after a drop."​

Coach Stephen Fleming's View

Head coach Stephen Fleming shared similar views, stating categorically that the game was lost on the field. He said, "I thought we were sloppy in the field, and we weren't accurate under pressure. We were tested by good innings, but we've got to be better than that about shutting it off."

Amassing Fielding Blunders

The Punjab Kings game was not a one-off. On the whole season, CSK has dropped 11 catches, underlining a consistent problem that has marred their campaign. These slip-ups have tended to give visiting batsmen the chance to stretch their innings, resulting in more runs and more pressure on CSK's batting unit.​

Effect on Match Results

The consequences of these fielding mistakes are seen in the team's performance. For instance, Gaikwad pinpointed a costly over and a lost catch as pivotal moments in their six-wicket loss to Sunrisers Hyderabad. He said, "One dropped catch and one expensive over. That's where the game changed.