Chennai Super Kings is one of the most successful teams in the Indian Premier League (<a href="https://www.crictracker.com/ipl-2021-franchises-to-incur-loss-of-inr-25-crore-as-bcci-denies-presence-of-fans-in-stadiums/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">IPL</a>). Led by former Indian skipper, MS Dhoni, the franchise has won the title three times, second-most after Mumbai Indians. Until the 2020 edition, CSK was the only team to qualify for the knockout stages of the cash-rich league each and every season in which they played.

However, the impeccable record changed when the team failed to qualify for the playoffs last season in the United Arab Emirates. They ended as the seventh-rank side in the league stages with only six wins from their 14 matches. In the 2021 edition, the franchise would be expecting better results.

After adding some players from the IPL 2021 auction, CSK looks like one of the firm favourites for the upcoming edition. And, not just because of their squad, there are specifics of this team that makes them strong contenders.

Three reasons why CSK can win the title in IPL 2021:

1. Settled spin-attack for Indian conditions

<img loading="lazy" class=" wp-image-332678" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Chennai-Super-Kings-3.jpg" alt="Chennai Super Kings" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-332678" class="wp-caption-text">Chennai Super Kings. (Photo: Kuntal Chakrabarty/IANS)</figcaption>

Anyone who has followed MS Dhoni’s style of captaincy is completely aware of the fact that he is a master of captaincy when it comes to managing spin bowlers. The legendary wicketkeeper has led the Indian team and CSK to several heights, but one common factor in those triumphs was the availability of quality spinners.

This year, CSK has a rounded spin attack which would relish under MSD’s leadership. Moeen Ali, the England spin-bowling all-rounder, was added to the franchise for INR 7 crores. Ali has a great T20 record with notable contributions with both bat and ball. Another addition to the franchise was Krishnappa Gowtham, a talented off-spinner with big-hitting capabilities.

These were some of the right-arm off-spinners. But, CSK has the experience of leg-spinners as well. With Imran Tahir and Karn Sharma in their ranks, Chennai has got some quality there as well. To add to that, there are Ravindra Jadeja and Mitchell Santner, who are renowned T20 bowlers and add to the variation of CSK with left-arm spin bowling options. With their four matches on spin-friendly conditions in Delhi, the CSK spinners would be licking their lips.

2. Several options of all-rounders which Dhoni likes

<img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-452404" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Ravindra-Jadeja.jpg" alt="Ravindra Jadeja" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-452404" class="wp-caption-text">Ravindra Jadeja. (Photo Source: IPL/BCCI)</figcaption>

Since the inception of T20 cricket, every team which has been successful has had some quality all-rounders. With <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/ipl-2021-chennai-super-kings-new-jersey-unveiled-ahead-of-the-season-by-myntra/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">CSK</a> as well, we have seen several renowned all-rounders being part of the franchise over the years. Dwayne Bravo, who arrived in CSK in 2011, is still around adding depth to their batting order along with experience of death over bowling.

Along with him, there is Ravindra Jadeja, K Gowtham and Moeen Ali. All three are capable enough to give their captains four overs in a T20 match. But, another aspect that the trio is good at, is tonking the balls into the stands if and when required. Sam Curran is also in the ranks, who was impressive with both bat and ball in the previous season.

Apart from this, the two important Indian bowlers, Shardul Thakur and Deepak Chahar have the ability to give their side some handy runs batting in the lower order. Then there is Suresh Raina, who bats in the top order but can bowl some good off-spin as well. MS Dhoni as a skipper would love this because we have seen in the past, that he uses bowlers very effectively taking the pitch and opposition in mind. On some days, he will give four overs to a bowler and in the very next match, the bowler might not get a single over.

3. The comeback of Suresh Raina and good top-order for Indian conditions

<img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-441466" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Suresh-Raina.jpg" alt="Suresh Raina" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-441466" class="wp-caption-text">Suresh Raina. (Photo Source: Twitter)</figcaption>

One difference between CSK’s squad from the previous season and any other season between 2008 and 2019 was the absence of Suresh Raina. Batting in most of the seasons at no.3, Suresh Raina has played several match-winning knocks for the CSK franchise in their success. He has more than 5300 runs in the <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/ipl-2021-franchises-not-happy-with-the-schedule-of-the-tournament/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">IPL</a> and his experience was missed by the franchise last season.

With him returning to the squad, CSK now has a well-rounded top-order. Another addition to the franchise has been that of Robbie Uthappa. The right-handed batter has been playing the cash-rich league since its inception and has been in some tremendous form in the Indian domestic competitions. The presence of Faf du Plessis along with these two make the top three of CSK look pretty strong in front of any attack in any condition.

Then there is also Ruturaj Gaikwad, who was the discovery for the CSK team in the previous season. The 24-year-old scored three half-centuries in the previous season and might have a big season with the bat if he gets opportunities. To add to that, there is Ambati Rayudu, who is another experienced fellow and would solidify the CSK middle-order.

Chennai Super Kings is one of the most successful teams in the Indian Premier League (<a href="https://www.crictracker.com/ipl-2021-franchises-to-incur-loss-of-inr-25-crore-as-bcci-denies-presence-of-fans-in-stadiums/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">IPL</a>). Led by former Indian skipper, MS Dhoni, the franchise has won the title three times, second-most after Mumbai Indians. Until the 2020 edition, CSK was the only team to qualify for the knockout stages of the cash-rich league each and every season in which they played.&nbsp;
However, the impeccable record changed when the team failed to qualify for the playoffs last season in the United Arab Emirates. They ended as the seventh-rank side in the league stages with only six wins from their 14 matches. In the 2021 edition, the franchise would be expecting better results.&nbsp;
After adding some players from the IPL 2021 auction, CSK looks like one of the firm favourites for the upcoming edition. And, not just because of their squad, there are specifics of this team that makes them strong contenders.
<h3>Three reasons why CSK can win the title in IPL 2021:&nbsp;</h3>
<h3>1. Settled spin-attack for Indian conditions</h3>
<figure id="attachment_332678" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-332678" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"><amp-img class=" wp-image-332678" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Chennai-Super-Kings-3.jpg" alt="Chennai Super Kings" width="640" height="400" layout="responsive" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"></amp-img><figcaption id="caption-attachment-332678" class="wp-caption-text">Chennai Super Kings. (Photo: Kuntal Chakrabarty/IANS)</figcaption></figure>
Anyone who has followed MS Dhoni’s style of captaincy is completely aware of the fact that he is a master of captaincy when it comes to managing spin bowlers. The legendary wicketkeeper has led the Indian team and CSK to several heights, but one common factor in those triumphs was the availability of quality spinners.&nbsp;
This year, CSK has a rounded spin attack which would relish under MSD’s leadership. Moeen Ali, the England spin-bowling all-rounder, was added to the franchise for INR 7 crores. Ali has a great T20 record with notable contributions with both bat and ball. Another addition to the franchise was Krishnappa Gowtham, a talented off-spinner with big-hitting capabilities.&nbsp;
These were some of the right-arm off-spinners. But, CSK has the experience of leg-spinners as well. With Imran Tahir and Karn Sharma in their ranks, Chennai has got some quality there as well. To add to that, there are Ravindra Jadeja and Mitchell Santner, who are renowned T20 bowlers and add to the variation of CSK with left-arm spin bowling options. With their four matches on spin-friendly conditions in Delhi, the CSK spinners would be licking their lips.&nbsp;

<h3>2. Several options of all-rounders which Dhoni likes</h3>
<figure id="attachment_452404" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-452404" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"><amp-img class="size-full wp-image-452404" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Ravindra-Jadeja.jpg" alt="Ravindra Jadeja" width="640" height="400" layout="responsive" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"></amp-img><figcaption id="caption-attachment-452404" class="wp-caption-text">Ravindra Jadeja. (Photo Source: IPL/BCCI)</figcaption></figure>
Since the inception of T20 cricket, every team which has been successful has had some quality all-rounders. With <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/ipl-2021-chennai-super-kings-new-jersey-unveiled-ahead-of-the-season-by-myntra/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">CSK</a> as well, we have seen several renowned all-rounders being part of the franchise over the years. Dwayne Bravo, who arrived in CSK in 2011, is still around adding depth to their batting order along with experience of death over bowling.&nbsp;
Along with him, there is Ravindra Jadeja, K Gowtham and Moeen Ali. All three are capable enough to give their captains four overs in a T20 match. But, another aspect that the trio is good at, is tonking the balls into the stands if and when required. Sam Curran is also in the ranks, who was impressive with both bat and ball in the previous season.&nbsp;
Apart from this, the two important Indian bowlers, Shardul Thakur and Deepak Chahar have the ability to give their side some handy runs batting in the lower order. Then there is Suresh Raina, who bats in the top order but can bowl some good off-spin as well. MS Dhoni as a skipper would love this because we have seen in the past, that he uses bowlers very effectively taking the pitch and opposition in mind. On some days, he will give four overs to a bowler and in the very next match, the bowler might not get a single over.&nbsp;

<h3>3. The comeback of Suresh Raina and good top-order for Indian conditions</h3>
<figure id="attachment_441466" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-441466" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"><amp-img class="size-full wp-image-441466" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Suresh-Raina.jpg" alt="Suresh Raina" width="640" height="400" layout="responsive" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"></amp-img><figcaption id="caption-attachment-441466" class="wp-caption-text">Suresh Raina. (Photo Source: Twitter)</figcaption></figure>
One difference between CSK’s squad from the previous season and any other season between 2008 and 2019 was the absence of Suresh Raina. Batting in most of the seasons at no.3, Suresh Raina has played several match-winning knocks for the CSK franchise in their success. He has more than 5300 runs in the <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/ipl-2021-franchises-not-happy-with-the-schedule-of-the-tournament/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">IPL</a> and his experience was missed by the franchise last season.
With him returning to the squad, CSK now has a well-rounded top-order. Another addition to the franchise has been that of Robbie Uthappa. The right-handed batter has been playing the cash-rich league since its inception and has been in some tremendous form in the Indian domestic competitions. The presence of Faf du Plessis along with these two make the top three of CSK look pretty strong in front of any attack in any condition.&nbsp;
Then there is also Ruturaj Gaikwad, who was the discovery for the CSK team in the previous season. The 24-year-old scored three half-centuries in the previous season and might have a big season with the bat if he gets opportunities. To add to that, there is Ambati Rayudu, who is another experienced fellow and would solidify the CSK middle-order.&nbsp;
&nbsp;

Chennai Super Kings is one of the most successful teams in the Indian Premier League (<a href="https://www.crictracker.com/ipl-2021-franchises-to-incur-loss-of-inr-25-crore-as-bcci-denies-presence-of-fans-in-stadiums/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">IPL</a>). Led by former Indian skipper, MS Dhoni, the franchise has won the title three times, second-most after Mumbai Indians. Until the 2020 edition, CSK was the only team to qualify for the knockout stages of the cash-rich league each and every season in which they played. 
However, the impeccable record changed when the team failed to qualify for the playoffs last season in the United Arab Emirates. They ended as the seventh-rank side in the league stages with only six wins from their 14 matches. In the 2021 edition, the franchise would be expecting better results. 
After adding some players from the IPL 2021 auction, CSK looks like one of the firm favourites for the upcoming edition. And, not just because of their squad, there are specifics of this team that makes them strong contenders.
<h3>Three reasons why CSK can win the title in IPL 2021: </h3>
<h3>1. Settled spin-attack for Indian conditions</h3>
<figure id="attachment_332678" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-332678" style="width: 640px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" class=" wp-image-332678" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Chennai-Super-Kings-3.jpg" alt="Chennai Super Kings" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-332678" class="wp-caption-text">Chennai Super Kings. (Photo: Kuntal Chakrabarty/IANS)</figcaption></figure>
Anyone who has followed MS Dhoni’s style of captaincy is completely aware of the fact that he is a master of captaincy when it comes to managing spin bowlers. The legendary wicketkeeper has led the Indian team and CSK to several heights, but one common factor in those triumphs was the availability of quality spinners. 
This year, CSK has a rounded spin attack which would relish under MSD’s leadership. Moeen Ali, the England spin-bowling all-rounder, was added to the franchise for INR 7 crores. Ali has a great T20 record with notable contributions with both bat and ball. Another addition to the franchise was Krishnappa Gowtham, a talented off-spinner with big-hitting capabilities. 
These were some of the right-arm off-spinners. But, CSK has the experience of leg-spinners as well. With Imran Tahir and Karn Sharma in their ranks, Chennai has got some quality there as well. To add to that, there are Ravindra Jadeja and Mitchell Santner, who are renowned T20 bowlers and add to the variation of CSK with left-arm spin bowling options. With their four matches on spin-friendly conditions in Delhi, the CSK spinners would be licking their lips. 

<h3>2. Several options of all-rounders which Dhoni likes</h3>
<figure id="attachment_452404" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-452404" style="width: 640px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-452404" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Ravindra-Jadeja.jpg" alt="Ravindra Jadeja" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-452404" class="wp-caption-text">Ravindra Jadeja. (Photo Source: IPL/BCCI)</figcaption></figure>
Since the inception of T20 cricket, every team which has been successful has had some quality all-rounders. With <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/ipl-2021-chennai-super-kings-new-jersey-unveiled-ahead-of-the-season-by-myntra/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">CSK</a> as well, we have seen several renowned all-rounders being part of the franchise over the years. Dwayne Bravo, who arrived in CSK in 2011, is still around adding depth to their batting order along with experience of death over bowling. 
Along with him, there is Ravindra Jadeja, K Gowtham and Moeen Ali. All three are capable enough to give their captains four overs in a T20 match. But, another aspect that the trio is good at, is tonking the balls into the stands if and when required. Sam Curran is also in the ranks, who was impressive with both bat and ball in the previous season. 
Apart from this, the two important Indian bowlers, Shardul Thakur and Deepak Chahar have the ability to give their side some handy runs batting in the lower order. Then there is Suresh Raina, who bats in the top order but can bowl some good off-spin as well. MS Dhoni as a skipper would love this because we have seen in the past, that he uses bowlers very effectively taking the pitch and opposition in mind. On some days, he will give four overs to a bowler and in the very next match, the bowler might not get a single over. 

<h3>3. The comeback of Suresh Raina and good top-order for Indian conditions</h3>
<figure id="attachment_441466" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-441466" style="width: 640px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-441466" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Suresh-Raina.jpg" alt="Suresh Raina" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-441466" class="wp-caption-text">Suresh Raina. (Photo Source: Twitter)</figcaption></figure>
One difference between CSK’s squad from the previous season and any other season between 2008 and 2019 was the absence of Suresh Raina. Batting in most of the seasons at no.3, Suresh Raina has played several match-winning knocks for the CSK franchise in their success. He has more than 5300 runs in the <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/ipl-2021-franchises-not-happy-with-the-schedule-of-the-tournament/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">IPL</a> and his experience was missed by the franchise last season.
With him returning to the squad, CSK now has a well-rounded top-order. Another addition to the franchise has been that of Robbie Uthappa. The right-handed batter has been playing the cash-rich league since its inception and has been in some tremendous form in the Indian domestic competitions. The presence of Faf du Plessis along with these two make the top three of CSK look pretty strong in front of any attack in any condition. 
Then there is also Ruturaj Gaikwad, who was the discovery for the CSK team in the previous season. The 24-year-old scored three half-centuries in the previous season and might have a big season with the bat if he gets opportunities. To add to that, there is Ambati Rayudu, who is another experienced fellow and would solidify the CSK middle-order. 
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Three strong sections with CSK franchise.

3 Reasons why CSK can win the title in IPL 2021

The three major advantages with the CSK team that can push them to win the title for the fourth time in the history of IPL.