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<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nRuturaj Gaikwad<\/a> reflected on a complete team performance after guiding Chennai Super Kings<\/a> to a commanding eight-wicket win over Mumbai Indians<\/a>, a result that keeps their playoff hopes alive. Named Player of the Match for his unbeaten 67, Gaikwad highlighted how CSK managed to wrest back control after a brief phase of pressure. \u201cFeels good. We started really well, first couple of overs, they got a momentum after that and we pulled it back,\u201d he said, pointing to the bowlers\u2019 ability to respond under pressure. MI had raced to 57 for 1 in the powerplay, but CSK\u2019s attack, led by Noor Ahmad (2\/26) and Anshul Kamboj (3\/32), tightened the screws through the middle overs. Gaikwad was particularly pleased with Kamboj\u2019s approach, saying, \u201cHe is someone who is keeping it really simple, sticking to the process and his mind is thinking like a batters mind.\u201d He also noted Noor\u2019s improvement, adding that the spinner \u201chas made some adjustments and come along really well.\u201d Chasing 160, CSK lost Sanju Samson early to Jasprit Bumrah, but Gaikwad stressed the importance of one of the top three batting deep. \u201cIt was about getting through the first couple of overs and then it was about one of the top three staying there,\u201d he explained. He anchored the innings alongside Kartik Sharma, who impressed with an unbeaten 54. Praising the youngster, Gaikwad said, \u201cGood confidence booster for him and us as well. Yes, he is a six-hitter but he has the other game as well, but he picks and chooses particular deliveries.\u201d Gaikwad also shed light on team selection decisions, explaining the balance CSK sought by opting for all-round options. \u201cWe thought about how to get the balance right, how to get a batter at eight and the extra bowler. Veer and Ghosh are someone who can contribute with both.\u201d Reflecting on his own form, he remained composed. \u201cAs I always saying, I was feeling well, feeling confident, but it is T20 cricket. I have been in a good frame of mind and it was only a matter of time.\u201d With the win, CSK stay firmly in the playoff race, and Gaikwad emphasised the team\u2019s simple approach going forward: \u201cMistakes are going to happen but have to make sure we come back strong, give everything for the jersey and the fans.\u201d<\/div>\n