Chennai Super Kings (CSK) has been a formidable force in the Indian Premier League (IPL) over the years, boasting of many great players in their lineup. In this article, we will take a closer look at the three best CSK players to have played in the IPL, their contributions to the team, and their impact on the tournament.
1. Ravindra Jadeja
The all-rounder is one of the most valuable players in the CSK lineup. He can bat, bowl, and field with equal ease, and has been a consistent performer for the team over the years. Jadeja is also known for his brilliant fielding skills, and has taken some stunning catches and runouts for the team in the IPL.
Ravindra Jadeja is equally effective with the bat and ball. His arm-ball at sluggish tracks can trick the batters. He has been highly successful against Virat Kohli in IPL. Jadeja has won matches for his team with both the bowling and batting. He also holds the record for scoring 37 runs in an over in IPL. In the last couple of years, his batting has evolved quite considerably and he has become one of the most reliable players in the team for CSK.
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2. MS Dhoni
The legendary skipper who has guided Chennai Super Kings to four IPL titles and a Champions Trophy title is perhaps the most valuable player in IPL history. Dhoni has guided several bowlers from behind the wickets in IPL who has now become a mainstay for the Indian team in international cricket. He is the best finisher in the history of IPL and has won many matches for his team with his blitzing knocks in the crunch overs.
He is known for his calm and composed demeanor on the field, and his ability to lead the team in pressure situations.
This is probably going to be his last IPL. And Chennai’s saviour “Thala” will surely want to make this year’s IPL memorable for his numerous fans.
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3. Ruturaj Gaikwad
The 24-year-old opener from Maharashtra has been a revelation for CSK in recent years. He showed great potential in the 2020 season and has already scored two IPL fifties for the team. Gaikwad is known for his elegant stroke-play and has a bright future ahead of him.
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In the 2022 edition of IPL, he made 368 runs in 14 games including 3 fifty and a very special 99 against SRH. He has also been in great form for Maharashtra in the Vijay Hazare Trophy this year. His ability to play strokes and hit big shots in the power play impressed former Aussie all-rounder Shane Watson. CSK is banking on him to be the next big thing after Dhoni and Jadeja in IPL for the franchise.
