A controversial video from the lethargic match between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Mumbai Indians (MI) has gone viral, with fans accusing players from CSK of possible ball tampering. In the video, Ruturaj Gaikwad appears to be manipulating the ball while Khaleel Ahmed makes an attempt to conceal it. It didn't take long for this video clip to spread across Twitter, with many users suggesting that foul play might have been involved and some even calling for an inquiry.

Pleural phase further on in the match, and many fans and commentators alike began to notice the peculiar activities of the two players. Despite no formal contracts from either the relevant IPL teams or CSK’s social media, the rest of the world was flooded with opinions, memes, and even aggressive arguments regarding the purported manipulation.

CSK vs. MI: IPL MATCH NO 3

Viral Video Sparks Ball-Tampering:-

Ball Tempering 👀👀.

What were they hiding ??#CSKvsMIpic.twitter.com/E2MLMvcdIM

— RCB Xtra. (@Rcb_Xtra) March 24, 2025

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CSK fans came to the defense of their players, stating that it was an unremarkable and harmless incident that shouldn't have hit a level of global chaos, but even MI fans who are deemed neutral want answers, and the demand for a proper investigation only continues to grow. The balance of power lies with the cricketing bodies, who now face enormous pressure to sift through the footage to check for tampering and provide answers to these allegations.

Csk and Mi are the teams which are considered as the soul of Ipl. Both of the teams have some of the tight call matches which are never been imagined over these these years, these teams enriched the legacy where every player has contributed in every bit of their matches be it be Pollard, Jadeja, Rohit Sharma, Ms Dhoni, and so on they have never left without the entertainment that's the craze they posses. 

Both the teams have won the titles 5 tines each and steaps the heavy upliftment of the team today once again these both teams are going to play their first game in the season of 2025. Where everything has changed for these teams, even Chennai chepauk has favored Mumbai a lot where Chennai has been deemed to dew factor or hard period. In todays game we gonaa see how players turn up to their teams. 

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We have taken 4 players for each team who can perform better to outshine the opponent and help their team to win. 

Ruturaj Gaikwad

As the captain of the team you are always on the centre stage of the table. As captain batter Ruturaj has done quite fairly a good job. In 2024 he was handed over the captaincy from Ms Dhoni and with that his batting performance too had hit in rise he scored 543 runs in 14 matches of last year Ipl with a strike rate of 141 including a century and 4 fifties. His cool and calm approaach has been the key though his performance were impressive but didn't cope up with inconsistency which led them out before the playoff stage. So in this season too he will be on speculation. 

Ms Dhoni

The 43 old legend is known for finishing abilities which he has done in his past several times. Last year Dhoni handed over the captaincy to the growing sensation Ruturaj Gaikwad. Last year though Chennai may didn't qualify for the playoffs but his range hitting was quite attractive one, its been in wide speculation that at what number will Ms play because sometime it takes the toll out of your body but Dhoni break these shells as he was seen practicing hours around the chepauk ground. 

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Rohit Sharma

The current Indian captain is an no introductry person as he is the one who had carried the Mi expectation in his shoulders over the years. Now he is not the captain of the team but as a batter his contribution still matters a lot and he is been recently in great touch which was seen on Champions Trophy final where he scored important 79 runs and helped the team to retain their third champions trophy title. 

Mumbai Indians vs Chennai Super Kings: Batsman Duel to Watch Out For

Match Details:

• Match: Mumbai Indians vs Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2025
• Date: March 23, 2025
• Venue:MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
• Time: 7:30

1. Rohit Sharma vs. Khaleel Ahmed
Elegant stroke artist Rohit Sharma will have to contend with Khaleel Ahmed's left-arm pace. Twice in the past, Khaleel has dismissed Rohit, so this fight is important for both sides.

2. Suryakumar Yadav vs. Ravindra Jadeja
Suryakumar Yadav’s 360-degree batting style will be tested against the spin and accuracy of Ravindra Jadeja. Jadeja’s ability to contain and take wickets in the middle overs can disrupt MI’s batting flow.

3. Shivam Dube vs. Trent Boult
Shivam Dube is famous for his attacking batting against pacers, but Trent Boult's left-arm swing may give him trouble at the beginning of the innings. If Boult is able to get rid of Dube early, CSK's middle order can be under pressure.

4. Ruturaj Gaikwad vs. Deepak Chahar
Gaikwad, being a reliable player for CSK, will need to handle Deepak Chahar's early-ball movement. Chahar's ability to swing the ball early may pressure CSK's top order.

5. Matheesha Pathirana vs. Tilak Varma
Pathirana’s unorthodox slingy action makes him a dangerous bowler in the death overs, while Tilak Varma has shown the ability to handle pace well. This contest will be key in the final overs of MI’s innings.

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Match Expectations
Each side has an even-balanced team, where Mumbai Indians have relied on their hard-hitting batsmen and Chennai Super Kings on their matured all-rounders. The MI pace battery fronted by Trent Boult and Deepak Chahar will challenge the CSK top-order batsmen, while the CSK spin bowling unit led by Jadeja and Noor Ahmad will target curbing the middle order of MI.

With both teams seeking a powerful beginning in IPL 2025, this encounter will be an exciting battle loaded with electrifying moments. This encounter will witness a high-voltage showdown between these two IPL titans as per the wishes of the supporters.

1. Shubman Gill (Gujarat Titans) 

Shubman Gill continues to demonstrate that he is one of the best batters in modern-day cricket. He won the Orange Cap in 2023 and scored freely in 2024 as well. Gill's stroking ability and timing create a good chance for him to be at the top of the rankings again accounted again. Will he pull it off?

2. Virat Kohli (Royal Challengers Bangalore)

King Kohli is back, and he is hungrier than before! After winning the Orange Cap in 2024, the RCB great has his sights set on back-to-back wins. With over 8,000 IPL runs, he has been a batting machine for years now. Fitness, mental strength, and ability to capitalize on any bowling attack heads him to be a major contender once again. Will Kohli reign supreme amongst the IPL yet again?  

3. Ruturaj Gaikwad (Chennai Super Kings)

Taking on the captaincy of Chennai Super Kings is itself some excruciating pressure but Ruturaj Gaikwad has shown it was time to put in the hard work. He was the second-highest run-scorer in 2024, and based only on his calm, yet attacking style of play, looks geared to make a run at the pinnacle of leads.

4. Jos Buttler (Gujarat Titans)

Not many players can match the invincible, menacing or destructive batting of Jos Buttler. The former Orange Cap holder is now with the Gujarat Titans, and his unique ability to dismantle bowling attacks makes him a huge threat. If Buttler gets going, bowlers will surely not sleep easy!

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5. Yashasvi Jaiswal (Rajasthan Royals)

Quickly becoming one of the most engrossing young batters in the IPL, Yashasvi Jaiswal has proven already that he can take down the very best. His fearless brand of Cricket and consistency at the top places him in serious contention for winning the Orange Cap this season. Has this become Jaiswal's breakout IPL season?

6. Travis Head (Sunrisers Hyderabad)

In the way that Travis Head made a mockery of the competition in the IPL 2024 season was nothing short of extraordinary. There was no doubt he was the HORSEPOWER bat in the batting lineup for SRH playing a decisive role with extreme aggressive nature and with an unprecedented strike rate. If he continues in the same vein, there is literally no ceiling of what he can achieve with the Orange Cap in the IPL!

7. KL Rahul (Delhi Capitals)

A new team, a new story! KL Rahul is now with the Capitals and will definitely be keen to make a statement. He has been one of the more consistent batters in IPL history and could provide serious contention for the Orange Cap if he finds his rhythm quickly. he could be a serious Orange Cap conender.

8. Suryakumar Yadav (Mumbai Indians)

The 360° Genius Even though Suryakumar Yadav is regarded as one of the best T20 batters on the planet, he has never yet achieved the Orange Cap! He is a law of the game nightmare for bowlers with his unorthodox but effective styles. If not this IPL season, will 2025 do it for SKY?

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Who will wear the Orange Cap in 2025?

The IPL is unpredictable every season brings new heroes. Will we see a young player take the honors, or will an experienced star once again take home the trophy?

Who do you all think are the favorites for the Orange Cap this season? Let us know your predictions!

IPL 2025: Captains' Salaries and Their Captaincy Records

1. Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)- Rishabh Pant - 27cr

Indian wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant is now the most expensive player in IPL history. After playing eight years with Delhi Capitals, he will play for a new team in IPL 2025, as Lucknow Super Giants signed him for a record price of 27Cr. Rishabh Pant has played 111 matches in the IPL, with 43 of them as captain. Under his Captaincy, the team has won 23 games, lost 19, and one match ended in a tie.

2.Punjab Kings - Shreyas Iyer: ₹26.75 Crore

Punjab Kings are looking strong ahead of IPL 2025 and they brought last year’s winning captain, Shreyas Iyer, for the new season. On top of that, Shreyas Iyer has set records of ₹26.75 Crore in the mega auction. Shreyas Iyer has played 115 IPL matches, with 69 of them as captain. Under his Captaincy, the team has won 38 games, lost 29, and two matches ended in a tie.

3.Chennai Super Kings - Ruturaj Gaikwad: ₹18 Crore

Ruturaj Gaikwad will continue as Chennai Super King's captain for the second season in IPL 2025. He was one of CSK’s key players retained before last year’s mega auction. The Chennai Super King's franchise bought for ₹18 crore, making him one of their highest-paid players this season. Ruturaj Gaikwad has played 66 IPL matches, with 14 of them as captain. Under his Captaincy, the team won 7 games, and 7 lost.

4.Rajasthan Royals - Sanju Samson: ₹18 Crore

Sanju Samson will continue as Rajasthan Royal's captain for the fifth season of IPL 2025. He got paid more in the retention, with his IPL salary increasing to ₹18 crore. Sanju Samson has played 167 IPL matches, with 61 of them as captain. Under his Captaincy, the team has won 31 games, lost 29, and one match ended in a tie.

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5.Sunrisers Hyderabad - Pat Cummins: ₹18 Crore

Australian fast bowler Pat Cummins joined Sunrisers Hyderabad for ₹20.50 crore in IPL 2024. SRH has kept him as their captain for IPL 2025, and this season, he will earn ₹18 crore this year. Pat Cummins has played 58 matches in the IPL, with 14 of them as captain. Under his leadership, the team has won 8 games and lost 6, with no matches ending in a tie.

6.Gujarat Titans - Shubman Gill: ₹16.5 Crore

Shubman Gill was made captain of Gujarat Titans before IPL 2024 after Hardik Pandya left. At that time, his IPL salary was ₹8 crore. Now, ahead of IPL 2025, GT has kept him for ₹16.5 crore. Shubman Gill has played 103 IPL matches in the IPL, with 14 of them as captain. Under his Captaincy, the team has won 5 games and lost 7, and 2 matches have ended in a tie.

 7.Delhi Capitals- Axar Patel: ₹16.5cr

In IPL 2025 Delhi Capitals announced Axar Patel as a Captain. Delhi Capitals retained Axar for ₹16.5 crore in IPL 2025. He is a very crucial player for the team, contributing with both bat and ball. Axar Patel has been a key player for Delhi Captails in the IPL, performing well with both bat and ball. In 150 matches, he has scored 1,653 runs, with his highest score being 66. He has an average of 21.47 and a strike rate of 130.88. Axar Patel took 123 wickets in the IPL, with an average of 30.55 and an economy rate of 7.28. His best bowling figures are 4/21.

8.Mumbai Indians - Hardik Pandya: ₹16.35 Crore

After a challenging season in IPL 2024, five-time champions Mumbai Indians have trusted Hardik Pandya to lead them again in IPL 2025. He rejoined the team last year for ₹15 crore. Hardik Pandya has played 137 matches in the IPL, with 45 of them as captain. Under his Captaincy, the team has won 26 games and lost 19, with no matches ending in a tie.

9.Royal Challengers Bengaluru - Rajat Patidar: ₹11 Crore

Royal Challengers Bengaluru is beginning a new journey in IPL 2025 with Rajat Patidar as their captain. RCB team takes retention for ₹11 crore this season. Rajat Patidar, a strong middle-order batter, has played 27 IPL matches, scoring 799 runs at an impressive strike rate of 158.85. His highest score of 112* shows his ability to play match-winning innings in crucial games.

10.Kolkata Knight Riders - Ajinkya Rahane: ₹1.50 Crore

Defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders will have Ajinkya Rahane as their new captain for IPL 2025. The experienced batter joined the team for ₹1.5 crore in the mega auction. Ajinkya Rahane has played 185 IPL matches in the IPL, with 25 of them as captain. Under his Captaincy, the team has won 9 games and lost 16, with no matches ending in a tie.

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will compete in IPL 2025, starting their campaign against Mumbai Indians on March 23 at M. A. Chidambaram Stadium.

• Founded: 2008
• Home Ground: M. A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
•  Owner: India Cements (Chennai Super Kings Cricket Ltd.)
•  Captain (2025): Ruturaj Gaikwad
•  Most Iconic Captain: MS Dhoni (2008–2023)
•  Head Coach (2025): Stephen Fleming

Total titles won:

IPL SCHUDULE:

• 23rd March: vs MI in Chennai (Sunday, Match 3)
• 28th March: vs RCB in Chennai (Friday, Match 8)
• 30th March: vs RR in Guwahati (Sunday, Match 11)
• 5th April: vs DC in Chennai (Saturday, Match 17)
• 8th April: vs PBKS in Mullanpur (Tuesday, Match 22)
• 11th April: vs KKR in Chennai (Friday, Match 25)
• 14th April: vs LSG in Lucknow (Monday, Match 30)
• 20th April: vs MI in Mumbai (Sunday, Match 38)
• 25th April: vs SRH in Chennai (Friday, Match 43)
• 30th April: vs PBKS in Chennai (Wednesday, Match 49)
• 3rd May: vs RCB in Bengaluru (Saturday, Match 52)
• 7th May: vs KKR in Kolkata (Wednesday, Match 57)
• 12th May: vs RR in Chennai (Monday, Match 63)
• 18th May: vs GT in Ahmedabad (Sunday, Match 69)

CSK SCHEDULE IN IPL 2025: 🏆 pic.twitter.com/b6VjKjm0v2

— Tanuj Singh (@ImTanujSingh) February 16, 2025

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Full squad:

Excited Fan Runs Onto the Field to Meet Ruturaj Gaikwad During Maharashtra vs Baroda Ranji Trophy 2024-25 Match

The Ranji Trophy games this year were incredibly going on because a portion of the best players in India were playing in these games. The fans liked it very much. But not everything was amazing. A boy ran right onto the field when Maharashtra was playing against Baroda on January 25, That happened in Nasik. Boy really wanted to see the great batter, Ruturaj Gaikwad, from Maharashtra. It stopped the game for a little while, making everyone look at the fan chasing the player. This wasn't the only problem. Earlier that same day, the same type of situation happened in Mumbai.

At that BKC Ground, a different fan quietly went in to get close to Rohit Sharma. It somewhat scared people because it made them worry if the players were safe. Having really great players in the Ranji Trophy means more people come to watch, and that's positive, but sometimes not-so-positive things happen. It makes us need very good security so the players are comfortable and the games happen easily.

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Ruturaj Gaikwad and a fan during the Ranji Trophy match 😄🔥 pic.twitter.com/rxiwmwarif

— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) January 25, 2025

In the spot where the single fan entered, in Nasik, the individuals or people in charge said they would make sure it's safer next time. They told us they'd make sure no one else could run in like that again. Children really look up to the best individuals, and they want to say how good they are, but they should not break the rules.

They should cheer for their favourites, yes, but by no means in a manner that causes trouble. Fan items such as autographs are incredibly fun, but doing foolish actions is barely ever written about because it almost never happens. People really enjoy watching First-class cricket games, and because of that, Security wants to make sure everyone is safe, like the players and the fans who watch. They're going to be careful to keep things fun but also make sure no one gets hurt.

Ruturaj has lifted himself with a bang after a certain failure. The past few months have been hard for the Maharashtra opener, neglected by Indian team for Bgt, neglected from ongoing England series and from Champions Trophy too. Still Ruturaj is maintaining his good form in domestic seasons. Sometimes we have too feel for him despite scoring tons of runs in domestic and other leagues still been side-lined from Indian team completely. 

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A Fantastic Half Century

  At initial stage of the match Ruturaj had the really tuff time where he was dismissed in 10 runs of 23 balls. Maharashtra innings started to collapse over there but they evidently managed to put a decent score. After a failure talks started against him and doubting his place in the team.

 During the beginning of the second innings Ruturaj looked determined and was looking into his natural touch. He took on the responsibility of rebuilding and ensuring that Maharashtra didn’t lose the momentum. His knock was built around solid technique and an understanding of how to handle both pace and spin. Throughout the innings, Gaikwad displayed a calm character and steadily builded his innings.

A Long Way For Ruturaj

Ruturaj didn’t make a single mistake in that innings. He played some aggressive shots as he didn’t wanted himself to be in a shell. His knock included several boundaries that not only entertained the crowd but also took the game away from the bowlers. The most impressive aspect of Gaikwad’s innings was his shot selection despite losing early wickets he kept on going.

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 He scored a well-set half-century and carried forward his momentum. Unfortunately, he got out on 89 runs playing just 83 balls. His innings had the valued aggression which could be seen the number of bowls he faced. This particular match he had a decent outing but not satisfied as he is known for, As Ipl is nearing this innings would be a booster for him to perform in his upcoming ventures. Though he might me betrayed but he has sticked with his consistency. Ruturaj will be aiming for a good Ranji season for now later he would be focusing for the main picture IPL 2025.

Ruturaj Gaikwad has been left out of India's 15-man T20I squad for the upcoming series against England. The opener, who has a fantastic record in the few opportunities he's had, isn't even on the sidelines right now but rather as far away from the action as possible. Gaikwad is one such batter who has earned fame after relentless hard work in a platform like IPL.

This led him being the right successor of MS Dhoni by being the captain of the five-time champions, Chennai Super Kings. It's not just this forthcoming bilateral series; he has been excluded in many crucial International matches. That said, here we look at the probable reasons behind the talk of the matter that perplexed many fans. 

1. Intense race for the coveted top-order batting spots

There is no question that Ruturaj Gaikwad is a superb player, but he is now competing with more than five other players for the opening berth, which Abhishek Sharma and Sanju Samson currently hold. The latter two don't play T20Is often since the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) prefers Test cricket to the shorter format. Hence, they've been rested from T20Is to manage their workloads. The names Shubman Gill, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Abhishek Sharma, and Sanju Samson make it highly competitive for the Maharashtrian batter, as each has a unique skill set that will aid the squad significantly.

Another significant factor is his potential and natural game. One can argue that Gaikwad is the most skilled striker among those named, especially considering that it's the shortest game format. He looks more like an anchor than an aggressor. All of the others can start smashing right away, something Gaikwad has yet to do, where he takes his time to get to his swashbuckling form. Even age is also a consideration, as Sanju Samson is the only one older than him. All the others are younger, and selectors may choose them over him. Ultimately, it's all about the proper set of permutations and combinations made in the think tank of the Indian Cricket team's selection process.

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2. Probable selection bias and internal politics

Stirring up controversies and debates, particularly amongst Indian cricket fanatics, is not a relatively new thing. Ever since the sport's evolution, a particular sect of spectators has become more inclined and invested in the goof-ups and stories than the usual game itself. With several incidents prominently and vividly remembered by many, Ruturaj Gaikwad's long-run exclusion from the international team acts as an addition to the list of such a story. Though his gameplay doesn't match the fast-paced T20I format, leading him to be ignored for the forthcoming bilateral series against England, Gaikwad has encountered such moments for quite a long time.

Be it from not getting selected for the forgettable and recently concluded Border-Gavaskar Trophy or even the home bilateralT20I series against Bangladesh, his name not being present on the 15-man Squad for International games has got everyone perplexed. Many speculate that it's due to internal board politics, with head coach Gautam Gambhir having a bias on player selection towards his former franchise, Kolkata Knight Riders, over his arch-rival team, Chennai Super Kings, where Gaikwad comes from. And it's just one of them; other reasons come from where he had a rift with the former T20I captain, Rohit Sharma, which led him to get ignored for a long period. In the end, these speculated theories keep on coming and going. Unless and until any of these have a concrete backing, that is when the eyes would be facing them. 

No matter what the reasons are, as mentioned above, it is no surprise that Ruturaj Gaikwad has been phenomenal with the bat through his recent performances. With his noteworthy mentions coming from the IPL, Ranji Trophy, Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy and Vijay Hazare Trophy, Gaikwad has got all the boxes ticked to get a callback to don the Indian jersey.

Though some of the aspects do have their own viability and sense, it's all about time that will tell the competent batter's future in the International circuit. Also, the whole Indian cricket fandom would suffice with the things that are beneficial for the team and its prospects, with Ruturaj Gaikwad being one of the probable central pillars towards their path, as many yearn for him not to be another missed out competent opportunity. 

As always, the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have a unique approach for the Indian Premier League auction. The IPL Mega Auction ahead of the 2025 season was no exception for them. CSK is a team that understands what it wants and has won five championships convincingly.

Following a disappointing IPL 2024 season, CSK will look to rebound and display their capabilities with their gathered roster. Before the auction, CSK retained five players: MS Dhoni, Shivam Dube, Rituraj Gaikwad, Ravindra Jadeja, and Matheesha Pathirana. CSK has a rich roster of trustworthy domestic and overseas players. That said, here is a list of the two strengths and a weakness of the 2025 Chennai Super Kings side. 

Chennai Super Kings 2025 IPL Squad: Ravindra Jadeja, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Matheesha Pathirana, Shivam Dube, MS Dhoni, Noor Ahmad, R Ashwin, Devon Conway, Khaleel Ahmed, Rachin Ravindra, Rahul Tripathi, Anshul Kamboj, Sam Curran, Gurjapneet Singh, Nathan Ellis, Deepak Hooda, Jamie Overton, Vijay Shankar, Vansh Bedi, Shreyas Gopal, C Andre Siddarth, Ramakrishna Ghosh, Shaik Rasheed, Mukesh Choudhary, Kamlesh Nagarkoti.

2 Strengths:

Perfect Spinners for Chepauk Conditions

CSK boasts one of the best spin units. With the Chennai pitch predicted to help spinmeisters, CSK will field three spinners and strangle the opposition batters. All three spinners differ from one another, which adds variation. Ravichandran Ashwin, who last played for CSK in 2015, returns to the team after stints with Punjab, Delhi, and Rajasthan.

Ravindra Jadeja has been a consistent performer for CSK as an efficient bowler. Finally, former Gujarat Titans spinner Noor Ahmad was purchased for a whopping INR 10 crores. The emerging Afghan spin has 137 T20 scalps averaging at 23.08. So CSK will rely on 12 excellent overs of spin in Chennai to challenge visiting teams on slow tracks.

Emerging and underdog batting lineup

The five-time IPL winners' batting assault is another significant advantage that the Men in Yellow will be eager to utilise to the utmost. Devon Conway and Ruturaj Gaikwad are a reliable starting pair, with Rachin Ravindra serving as Conway's backup, and their recent play has been impressive. However, considering CSK's reliance on Indian pacers, Rachin Ravindra, a spin allrounder, might step in at number three.

This means Rahul Tripathi will play fourth, with Shivam Dube at fifth. The top four or five are CSK's best and will be relied on heavily. Dube, in particular, has a role to play and is well-known for his tremendous and swashbuckling hits. And, of course, not to forget our vintage and massy mid-order batting display by Thala, a.k.a, MS Dhoni.

1 Weakness:

Lack of reliable and backup allrounder, hindering the mid and lower-order

CSK stunned everyone when signing Vijay Shankar and Deepak Hooda. Despite their expertise, they never seemed to hit the ground running in the IPL. Deepak Hooda and Vijay Shankar can be regarded as CSK's mediocre buy. Overall, both allrounders are solid but not exceptional, but only time will tell if they will unleash their finest performance.

As a result, their lower-order batting lacks quality and experience. It is a paper-thin batting. If Dhoni has fitness difficulties, CSK would struggle in the finishing area. This would compel them to play Overton or Curran, making Rachin Ravindra make his way out of the Playing XI arsenal.