Get ready for the IPL Auction 2024, a big event where 333 players, including 214 Indians, will vie for spots in the league. On December 19, at Dubai’s Coca-Cola Arena, the auction starts at 1 pm IST.
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It’s a crucial time for the 10 teams to build strong squads for the upcoming season. With a total of 77 slots, including 30 for international players, the auction promises an exciting bidding battle that fans are eagerly looking forward to.
To get ready, Chennai Super Kings, the current champions, have kept most of their main players and let go of a few who didn’t play much last season. They had bought English all-rounder Ben Stokes for a big amount last year (Rs 16.25 crore), but since he won’t be available for the next tournament, they decided to release him. This means they are making some changes to their team ahead of the upcoming season.
Who Will Be The Replacement For Ambati Rayudu?
Chennai Super Kings are looking to fill the gap left by Ambati Rayudu, who retired after IPL 2023. They are considering players like Karun Nair (Rs 50 lakhs) or Manish Pandey (Rs 50 lakhs) who play a similar style. To boost the middle order, they’re eyeing budget-friendly options like Manan Vohra (Rs 20 lakhs) or Tanmay Mishra (Rs 20 lakhs) for their power-hitting skills.
Additionally, CSK is on the lookout for an overseas pacer who can also contribute as an all-rounder and an Indian fast bowler to strengthen their squad for the upcoming season.
To fill the gaps in their team, Chennai Super Kings, led by MS Dhoni, are considering players like Lockie Ferguson (Rs 2 crore) or Shivam Mavi (Rs 50 lakhs). These bowlers could potentially strengthen the team and address the specific needs identified by the management.
Why Ben Stokes Is Not Available For IPL 2024?
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) won’t have Ben Stokes in the 2024 IPL because he’s recovering from knee surgery. As a result, CSK released him from the team. The decision was made with the team expressing support for Stokes’s choice to focus on his recovery. So, Stokes won’t be a part of CSK in the upcoming IPL, and the team stands by him in his journey to get back to full fitness.
CSK Remaining Slots And Purse
CSK IPL Auction 2024 Purse Available:Â Rs 31.40 crore
CSK IPL Auction 2024 Slots Remaining:Â Six (Three Overseas)
IPL 2024 Auction – Chennai Super Kings Retained Players: MS Dhoni, Devon Conway, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Shivam Dube, Nishant Sindhu, Tushar Deshpande, Matheesha Pathirana, Ajay Mandal, Rajvardhan Hangargekar, Deepak Chahar, Maheesh Theekshana, Ajinkya Rahane, Shaik Rasheed, Ravindra Jadeja, Mitchell Santner, Moeen Ali, Mukesh Chowdhary, Prashant Solanki, Simarjeet Singh,
Which Five Players CSK Can Target In IPL Auction 2024
Shardul Thakur
Thakur performed exceptionally well in IPL with CSK under Dhoni’s leadership. Chennai might want him again because he’s skilled at getting important wickets and can hit powerful shots when batting lower in the order. His ability to contribute in both aspects makes him an excellent choice for the team.
Shahrukh Khan
It was unexpected when Punjab Kings let go of Shahrukh Khan, creating a chance for CSK to bring in a local player. Shahrukh had a good strike rate of 166 last season and could be the one to finish matches for CSK. However, other teams are likely to bid high for him in the auction. Being from Chennai, he adds a local flavor, and his ability to bowl off-spin makes him even more valuable for the team.
Chris Woakes
CSK could benefit from adding an established all-rounder like Woakes to their squad. With the ability to swing the ball and contribute with crucial runs down the order, he brings valuable skills that might appeal to CSK. His all-round abilities make him a strong candidate for the team.
Gerald Coetzee
CSK is in need of an overseas fast bowler, and Coetzee is a top choice. He made a big impact by taking 20 wickets in his ODI World Cup debut and grabbed three wickets against India in a recent T20I on December 12.
Known for his wicket-taking ability, Coetzee is highly sought after by IPL teams. His knack for dismissing batsmen makes him a valuable asset, and CSK could benefit significantly from having him in their squad.
Karun Nair
The 32-year-old batsman hasn’t met the expectations so far, but we know players often improve under Dhoni’s guidance. Like Rahane did last season with CSK. Nair, with a strong technique, might be a useful squad player, capable of filling a role similar to what Rayudu did for the team.
Despite not meeting expectations, he brings valuable experience from playing in the IPL and internationally. The hope is that he could thrive under the influence of Dhoni, just like other players have.
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