The mega IPL auction 2022 is over with some hot buys and steals. As the IPL 2022 inches closer, let’s have a look towards the best possible XI for CSK. Chennai Super Kings (CSK) has been one of the most consistent teams in IPL history with four IPL titles to their name. CSK has retained their Captain and Wicket-Keeper MS Dhoni, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Moeen Ali, and Ravindra Jadeja.
Now, let’s have a look at the best playing eleven for Chennai Super Kings with which they are expected to kick off their IPL 2022 campaign.
Chennai Super Kings 2022 Full Squads Details: Ravindra Jadeja (R), Mahendra Singh Dhoni (R), Moeen Ali (R), Ruturaj Gaikwad (R), Deepak Chahar, Ambati Rayudu, Dwayne Bravo, Shivam Dube, Chris Jordan, Robin Uthappa, Mitchell Santner, Adam Milne, Rajvardhan Hangargekar, Prashant Solanki, Devon Conway, Mahesh Theekshana, Dwaine Pretorius, K.Bhagath Varma, Mukesh Choudhary, Subhranshu Senapati, Simarjeet Singh, Tushar Deshpande, K.M. Asif, C.Hari Nishaanth, N. Jagadeesan.
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1. Ruturaj Gaikwad
He is a tremendous young talent as he is playing more and more cricket and improving himself significantly to cope with the upcoming challenges. He came to prominence in last year’s IPL when the opener was the orange cap holder as he scored 635 runs in 16 matches at an admirable average of 45.35 and a strike rate of 136.26. CSK has made a wise decision by retaining Ruturaj this season. He is expected to be in the starting playing XI of Chennai Super Kings.
2. Devon Conway
Perhaps the best pick by CSK in the auction is Devon Conway. He is having a brilliant time with the bat in T20I’s. However, he has never played in IPL before but his T20I numbers are outstanding. He has played 20 T20I’s and has scored 602 runs at an average of 50.2 and a strike rate of 139.3. He can be a perfect partner opening the innings with Ruturaj Gaikwad.
3. Moeen Ali
Moeen Ali made his IPL debut in 2018 however, he was heavily underused. Moeen is an important member of the England side but he didn’t get games to play for RCB. Once he was picked by CSK, his IPL career got a fillip. CSK promoted Ali to the crucial number three position and he didn’t disappoint. He is also very effective with the ball in hand.
4. Robin Uthappa
Once an integral part of Kolkata Knight Riders that clinched the IPL title in 2014 is now an important batsman of Chennai Super Kings. He has been very consistent throughout his IPL career and dominated almost every single opposition. In the final of IPL 2022, he smashed 31 off 15 balls and helped Chennai to lift the trophy. He is expected to make it to the starting playing XI of Chennai Super Kings (CSK).
5. Ambati Rayudu
Ambati Rayudu has been an integral part of the CSK batting lineup. He is known for his power-hitting and he can also play the anchor role if the top order fails to deliver. He provides extra depth to the CSK batting lineup. He has a strike rate of 127.47. He also has the ability to keep the wickets. Apart from that, he is also a very good fielder which makes him an integral part of CSK. He is expected to be in the starting XI of CSK.
6. MS Dhoni
Arguably one of the sharpest minds in cricket. He is a brilliant captain and he is also the decision-maker for the management. He is the second most successful captain in the IPL history with four IPL titles to their name. If he fails to deliver with the bat, his presence on the field is enough for the fans and franchise. He will also encourage youngsters to achieve great things.
7. Ravindra Jadeja
Jadeja is no doubt one of the finest all-rounders in India. He has played 200 games and has scored 2386 runs at a strike rate of 128.14. Apart from his batting, he is also a wonderful spinner. Jadeja is one of the finest fielders in the game so, he is expected to make it to the starting XI of CSK.
8. Shivam Dube
Shivam Dube has replaced Shardul Thakur on the side. He has not impressed with his bowling yet but he is the sixth bowling option on the side and can bowl a few overs if required. He bats at a good strike rate and can accelerate if required. CSK will be hoping that Shivam Dube finds his form and hits the ball as cleanly as possible.
9. Deepak Chahar
He was bought for 14cr by Chennai Super Kings in the recently concluded IPL auction. He is now a massive part of the yellow army. In 63 IPL matches, he has taken 59 wickets at an economy of 7.8 which shows his ability to stagnate the runs in slog overs.
10. Dwayne Bravo
The legendary Caribbean all-rounder has been one of the most important players in the CSK squad. He has played 151 IPL games and has scored 1537 runs at a strike rate of 130.25. He has been the valuable death bowler for CSK at an economic rate of 8.36. He is also a very good fielder.
11. Adam Milne
The quick Kiwi pacer is going to lead the attack for CSK. He has some serious pace with which he can easily trouble the batsmen and he also doesn’t give away too many runs, his economy rate is 7.85. His economic rate can improve because he will be playing under MS Dhoni. It will be exciting to see him perform for CSK.
These are the predicted playing XI for the Chennai Super Kings for the Indian Premier League 2022.
