CSK star all-rounder Ben Stokes is currently struggling through a knee injury. As per latest news, owing to this knee injury, he will be playing as a specialist batsman in the first few games of IPL 2023. However, there are also high chances that he may miss a few games for CSK in IPL 2023 due to this injury.
Here are 3 players who can replace Ben Stokes in CSK’s team if he misses out on a few games in IPL 2023:
1. Dwaine Pretorius
Pretorius is a proven all-rounder in the shortest format of the game. Last season, Dwaine Pretorius picked up 6 wickets in 6 matches at an average of 35 at a strike rate of 21. In 5 innings with the bat, the right-handed batter scored 44 runs at a strike rate of 157.14, including a famous cameo against Mumbai Indians in a tricky run-chase.
2. Rajvardhan Hangarkekar
Rajvardhan Hangarkekar is a very talented fast bowling all-rounder. He performed really well in the ICC U-19 ODI World Cup 2022. While he does well with the new ball, he can also hit the long ball in the lower order. Hence, he would be a good replacement for Ben Stokes.
3. Sisanda Magala
Sisanda Magala has been added to the team as a replacement for Kyle Jamieson. However, he can still be included in CSK playing 11 if Ben Stokes misses out on a few games. The player can contribute really well in both batting as well as bowling department.