Chennai Super Kings are 3-time IPL winners. They have made a solid start to their IPL 2021 season. CSK currently holds second position on the standings. Playing under MS Dhoni’s captaincy, Chennai won five of their first seven matches. They lost only to the Delhi Capitals and the Mumbai Indians.
The Chennai-based franchise will start as the favorites to win the IPL 2021 tournament. However, the team management might be worried about the future. As per reports, franchises will only have permission to retain four players. So, CSK will have to release most of their players. In this article today, we will look at four players whom Chennai Super Kings might retain for IPL 2022.
#1 MS Dhoni
MS Dhoni is the captain of the Chennai Super Kings. It is tough to imagine CSK without Dhoni. Since the first season, Dhoni has been the face of the franchise. Under his leadership, the Super Kings won three IPL titles. Also, they won the Champions League T20.
While it is true that Dhoni is not the same batsman he once was, one must not forget that his captaincy is still the best. In IPL 2021, Dhoni led the CSK side brilliantly. If CSK release Dhoni, all teams may go for him. The reason behind it is Dhoni’s extreme popularity and splendid leadership skills. Hence, CSK will most probably retain Dhoni.
#2 Ravindra Jadeja – One Of The Core Members Chennai Super Kings Might Retain For IPL 2022
Ravindra Jadeja is one of the best all-rounders in the cricketing world at the moment. He can contribute with the willow. He can trouble the batsmen with his spin bowling skills. Also, Jadeja can make a difference with his fielding. Players like Ravindra are very rare.
It would be a big mistake to let a player like Ravindra Jadeja return to the auction pool. CSK have backed him over the years. Now, he has the experience and the consistency in his game. Some fans even feel Jadeja can be the captain of the Chennai Super Kings after MS Dhoni retires from IPL. Thus, retaining Jadeja will be a good choice.
#3 Suresh Raina
Suresh Raina is another name synonymous with the Chennai Super Kings. The all-rounder has been a part of the CSK squad in every IPL season that the Chennai-based franchise has played. Recently, Raina revealed in an interview that he would call it a day on his IPL career if Dhoni retires. He also added that he would convince Dhoni to play another season if CSK win IPL 2021. This statement hints at Raina’s retention.
Raina is still one of the best players in the world. He has been working hard on his fitness. Also, the former Indian all-rounder brings a lot of positive energy to the team. A player like him is always a huge asset for any team. Thus, Raina might probably be CSK’s third retention.
#4 Sam Curran – The Only Foreigner Chennai Super Kings Might Retain For IPL 2022
CSK has many top-quality overseas players in their squad. DJ Bravo and Faf du Plessis have a lot of experience, but CSK have released them in the past. Then, they bought them back via RTMs. Perhaps, they could take similar route again. Thereby, they may retain Sam Curran before the auction.
Curran has been one of the most impressive players for the Super Kings in the last two seasons. Considering he is younger, Curran can be a long-term asset for CSK. He can contribute well with the bat. Also, he is a wicket-taking left-arm fast bowler. Thus, Curran, Dhoni, Raina and Jadeja might be the four retentions of the Chennai Super Kings.
