The latest season of Indian Premier League is just about to start. IPL 2023. All the ten teams have finalize their squads for the upcoming edition. In this article we will talk about Chennai Super Kings latest team updates.
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) is one of the most popular and successful franchises in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Established in 2008, CSK is known for its consistency and formidable performances in the tournament. The team is based in Chennai, Tamil Nadu and has a huge fan following not just in the city, but across the country. The team has a solid batting and bowling line-up, with some of the best players in the world of cricket representing it.
As we approach IPL 2023, the anticipation and excitement around CSK is high among cricket fans. With a strong team, experienced captain, and a winning attitude, CSK will surely be a tough contender in the upcoming tournament. Fans will be eagerly watching and cheering for CSK as they aim to clinch another IPL trophy.
CSK performance in IPL 2023 Auction
Chennai Super Kings decided to retain four players ahead of the IPL 2022 Mega Auction. They retained Ravindra Jadeja – 16 crore, MS Dhoni – 12 crore, Moeen Ali – 8 crore and Ruturaj Gaikwad – 6 crore.
The amount in the purse of CSK for IPL 2022 mega auction was quite low because they chose to retain four players. They entered the auction with a purse of Rs 48 crore after handing out a salary of Rs 42 crore of their 4 retained players.
Chennai Super Kings most expensive bought in the IPL 2022 mega auction was Deepak Chahar for Rs. 14 crores. They also bring back their old players like Dwayne Bravo, Ambati Rayudu, Robin Uthappa, Deepak Chahar, Mitchell Santner.
CSK bought 21 players in the mega auction to complete their 25-member squad. As it was expected, CSK tried to purchase its old players. They were successful in buying most of their old players but they also missed on a few others. Overall CSK were able to replicate their old squad with a few new additions.
Chennai Super Kings IPL 2023 Complete Squad
Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni, Moeen Ali, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Dwayne Bravo, Ambati Rayudu, Robin Uthappa, Deepak Chahar, KM Asif, Tushar Deshpande, KM Asif, Shivam Dube, Maheesh Theekshana, Rajvardhan Hangargekar, Samarjeet Singh, Devon Conway, Dwaine Pretorius, Mitchell Santner, Subhranshu Senapati, Adam Milne, Mukesh Choudhary, Prashant Solanki, C Hari Nishaanth, N Jagadeesan, Chris Jordan, K Bhagath Varma.
IPL 2023 : Chennai Super Kings Squad Analysis
Batsmen :
There is no need of concern in this area because the batting lineup is all same except Conway. Devon Conway will replace Faf Du Plessis and all the other names are same. The likes of Moeen Ali, Ambati Rayudu and Uthappa are enough to make their batting strong.
Wicketkeepers :
There is no need to mention wicket-keeping, because CSK has the best in its field. Even after retiring, MS Dhoni is still among the best wicket keepers. He has been playing on this spot since the start of IPL.
All-Rounders :
CSK also have the best all-rounder in Ravindra Jadeja. Bravo might be in contention but Dwaine Pretorius is present for the replacement of Bravo. Rajvardhan Hangargekar, on the other hand, could turn into a world-class all-rounder under MS Dhoni.
Bowlers :
This is the only area of concern for CSK. The absence of Josh Hazlewood and Shardul Thakur’s will be felt. There are rumors that Deepak Chahar might miss first few matches of IPL. Adam Milne will have to lead the bowling attack of CSK in this case.
CSK IPL 2023 Squad Preview
Prior to the 2022 IPL mega auction began, it was predicted that CSK will change its policy because its most stalwarts were entering the twilight of their careers. However, there was no change in the approach of Chennai Super Kings. They stick to their approach and tried bought their old players back. This time also, Chennai Super Kings gambled on experience and this will surely pay off and the squad will be in for top honours again.
CSK Playing XI IPL 2023 (Predicted)
- Ruturaj Gaikwad
- Devon Conway
- Moeen Ali
- Robin Uthappa
- Ambati Rayudu
- MS Dhoni (C&WK)
- Ravindra Jadeja
- Dwayne Bravo
- Deepak Chahar
- Rajvardhan Hangargekar
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Adam Milne
