MI were 57 for 1 in the powerplay, but CSK led the attack Noor Ahmed (2/26) and Anshul Kamboj (3/32) tightened the noose in the middle overs. Gaikwad was particularly pleased with Kamboj’s approach, saying, “He’s someone who keeps it really simple, sticks to the process and his mind is thinking like a batsman’s mind.” He also noted Noor’s improvement and said that the spinner “has made some adjustments and performed really well.”CSK lost while chasing 160 runs sanju samson to hurry up Jasprit BumrahBut Gaikwad stressed the importance of one of the top three batting deep. “It was about getting through the first few overs and then staying in there as one of the top three,” he said.He opened the innings with Karthik Sharma, who impressed with an unbeaten 54. Praising the youngster, Gaikwad said, “Good confidence booster for him and for us too. Yes, he is a six-sixer, but he has other games too, but he chooses special balls.”Gaikwad also shed light on the team selection decisions, explaining the balance CSK sought by opting for all-rounders. “We thought about how to get the balance right, how to bring in a batsman at number eight and an extra bowler. Veer and Ghosh are guys who can contribute with both.”He remained still while contemplating his form. “As I always say, I was feeling good, feeling confident, but this is T20 cricket. I am in a good mental state and it is only a matter of time.”With the win, CSK remain firmly in the playoff race, and Gaikwad stressed the team’s simple approach going forward: “There will be mistakes but we have to make sure we come back stronger, give everything for the jersey and the fans.”