The 13th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) was one of its kind. For the very first time, the tournament was conducted behind closed doors and virtual noises were played to give the fans a unique experience. As the date of the next season of the IPL is not fixed yet, the teams that failed to make it to the playoffs should have a look at those players who can make a mark on the toughest T20 tournament.

With uncertainty looming over the mega-auction, the team that desperately needs a change in its arsenal is the Chennai Super Kings. It was an off-season for the Chennai-based franchise as they were the first team to be knocked out of the tournament. Also, the retirement of <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/shane-watson-posts-an-emotional-video-after-taking-retirement-from-all-forms-of-cricket/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Shane Watson</a> was inevitable and hence, they must look at some of the overseas players who can fill his shoes.

As MS Dhoni is set to play for another season, it is high time to find the right man to fill his shoes. As Narayan Jagadeesan seems to be the next wicket-keeper post the Dhoni era, they must find someone to play the role of the finisher. Talking about the top-order, it lacks a batsman who can give them a fiery start along with Ruturaj Gaikwad.

In the spin department, they do have Ravindra Jadeja and Mitchell Santner who can bowl four overs of spin each. But the team will have to look for the players who can make an impact

Let us have a look at the 5 Players CSK should target for IPL 2021:

<img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-341437" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Hanuma-Vihari.jpg" alt="Hanuma Vihari" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-341437" class="wp-caption-text">Hanuma Vihari. (Photo: IANS)</figcaption>

Well, this might surprise some fans, but Hanuma Vihari’s addition to the CSK batting line up can add more stability to the team. The member of the Indian Test squad is a versatile player and has impressed the critics with his all-round abilities. Hanuma was a member of the U19 World Cup-winning squad of 2012. He was included in the SRH team in the 2012 edition of the IPL and was awarded the Man of the Match because of his all-around skills.

In the very first match, he took the key wicket of <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/couldnt-have-been-more-plumb-megan-schutt-on-chris-gayles-wicket-vs-csk/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Chris Gayle</a> for a golden duck. However, his batting lacked power hitting abilities. Now, with modern-day greats like Kane Williamson scoring consistently by playing conventional shots, it is the time to give Hanuma another chance in the shortest format of the game.

For a team like CSK, his part-time bowling abilities can be used as a bowling change during the middle overs. And with the possible availability of Suresh Raina, both can bowl four overs, which will give their skipper a variety of options in the bowling department.

Being a member of the Test squad and performing well in the tough conditions, Hanuma is the batsman who can remain calm in tense situations. The batting line up of CSK looks bleak because of the lack of Indian players who are a part of the national team, and Hanuma’s inclusion might help them to strengthen their batting line up. He might be their next Subramaniam Badrinath!

<img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-382847" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Colin-Munro.jpg" alt="Colin Munro" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-382847" class="wp-caption-text">Colin Munro. (Photo by Kai Schwoerer/Getty Images)</figcaption>

<a href="https://www.crictracker.com/i-am-tired-of-seeing-him-celebrate-like-that-colin-munro-after-his-on-field-spat-with-imran-tahir/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Colin Munro</a> is one of the most destructive batsmen in the shortest format of the game. The fact that he was not picked by any team in the auction might raise a few eyebrows. However, the Kiwi batting all-rounder might be useful for a team like CSK which is entering into a transition phase. His clean-striking ability can help the team to post a good powerplay score and if he plays till the fifteenth over, he can score a big hundred.

Munro&#8217;s T20 strike rate of 156.44 clearly shows that he is one of the biggest names in the international circuit, but with 13 IPL games in the last three years, he has been overlooked and ignored. Munro is the fourth player to produce multiple T20I hundreds and with the presence of Ruturaj at the other end, who is more of a calm head and takes his time to settle, Munro can be used to tear apart any bowling line-up.

With the departure of Watson, CSK can look to include Munro in their squad. Apart from batting, the Kiwi can bowl a couple of overs as well. Munro’s medium pace can be an asset as Dhoni could extract a couple of overs from him. T20 is all about options, and a variety of them will be available when Munro is included in any squad. The aggressive Kiwi batsman could be of great use for CSK. If given enough chances, he might become a part of their core too!

<img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-433192" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Mitchell-Starc.jpg" alt="Mitchell Starc" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-433192" class="wp-caption-text">Mitchell Starc. (Photo Source: Twitter)</figcaption>

Mitchell Starc is one of the biggest names in the international circuit today. It is a name that still strikes fear into the minds of modern-day batsmen. His in-swinging yorkers are still unplayable and he is the go-to man for Aaron Finch in times of crisis. The tall-lanky bowler is an asset for any team he plays and his performances in the last two World Cups are enough to prove that he is one of the greatest fast bowlers in the modern era.

A team like CSK have always looked to strengthen their spin department. But this year, their strategy backfired because of a change in playing conditions. The management should look forward to including a pace bowler who can bowl over 150 kmph regularly and the best name available for them is <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/wasim-jaffer-offers-mitchell-starc-to-join-kxip-for-ipl-2021/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Mitchell Starc</a>. The Australian bowler has an average of 19.49 in T20Is and an impressive economy rate of 6.91.

Hence, CSK should be keen on including Starc in their team as he can produce that in swinging yorker! With sheer pace, he can trouble the batsmen and Starc is one of the best tailenders in the game. When required, he can hit some lusty blows and with the ball, he can produce early wickets. Imagine Deepak Chahar and Starc bowling the opening spell!

<img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-267992" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Adil-Rashid.jpg" alt="England v India - 3rd ODI: Royal London One-Day Series" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-267992" class="wp-caption-text">Adil Rashid. (Photo by Gareth Copley/Getty Images)</figcaption>

Currently, <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/mitchell-starc-warns-adil-rashid-to-stay-in-his-crease-video-goes-viral/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Adil Rashid</a> is ranked 7th in the ICC T20I bowlers’ rankings. But, like many other international players, Rashid has consistently missed out on playing the IPL. Being one of the finest spinners in the world at the moment, Rashid can look forward to starting his IPL journey with the Chennai Super Kings. The three-time champions could use his abilities to take wickets regularly at any stage of the innings to create pressure on the opposition.

Rashid has played over 49 T20Is and has taken 49 wickets at an economy rate of 7.64. This shows that he can be the perfect replacement for Imran Tahir as Dhoni likes to control the field with spin heavy attacks. Therefore, Rashid and Jadeja can be the perfect spin duo for CSK given the fact that Rashid has many varieties in his bowling skills. As CSK looks for a fresh squad, Rashid can be the top contender for them in the upcoming auction.

Apart from bowling, the leggie can score runs down the order for CSK. In the ODIs, Rashid’s highest score stands at 69, which means that he can hold on to one end in case of a batting collapse. With numerous collapses in 2020, the management might look for including decent lower-order batsmen in their playing XI. Hence, Rashid makes it to the list of 5 Players CSK should target for IPL 2021.

<img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-398064" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Martin-Guptill.jpg" alt="Martin Guptill" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-398064" class="wp-caption-text">Martin Guptill. (Photo by Hannah Peters/Getty Images)</figcaption>

Along with <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/ipl-2020-kane-williamson-fumes-over-priyam-garg-after-a-mix-up-led-him-to-get-run-out/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Kane Williamson</a>, Martin Guptill has been the backbone of the Kiwi batting line-up for a long time. One of the stylish players in the game, Guptill can tear apart any bowling line-up in the world on his day. Also, Guptill is a member of the elite list of batsmen who have scored a double-century in the fifty over format. However, 13 IPL games across the years showcase that he was never the first option as an opener for the teams he represented.

One of the main concerns for CSK is the lack of explosive batsmen. With Ruturaj establishing himself as the next big thing for the Chennai-based franchise, the management should look to include someone who can play freely in the powerplay, and Guptill could be their choice. With a strike rate of 134.61 in T20Is with the highest score of 105, Guptill is one of the greatest openers for New Zealand in the limited-overs format.

With CSK looking for fresh faces, Guptill could be their number one choice as opener. The stylish Kiwi batsman is a brilliant fielder too, and Guptill can guard the boundaries down the ground along with Faf. So, with sheer striking abilities and a safe pair of hands, he should be included in the CSK team in 2021. The attacking opener looks the best option of the Men in Yellow.

~Written by Kumar Tatwamasi

Chennai Super Kings v Sunrisers Hyderabad

The 13th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) was one of its kind. For the very first time, the tournament was conducted behind closed doors and virtual noises were played to give the fans a unique experience. As the date of the next season of the IPL is not fixed yet, the teams that failed to make it to the playoffs should have a look at those players who can make a mark on the toughest T20 tournament.
With uncertainty looming over the mega-auction, the team that desperately needs a change in its arsenal is the Chennai Super Kings. It was an off-season for the Chennai-based franchise as they were the first team to be knocked out of the tournament. Also, the retirement of <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/shane-watson-posts-an-emotional-video-after-taking-retirement-from-all-forms-of-cricket/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Shane Watson</a> was inevitable and hence, they must look at some of the overseas players who can fill his shoes.
As MS Dhoni is set to play for another season, it is high time to find the right man to fill his shoes. As Narayan Jagadeesan seems to be the next wicket-keeper post the Dhoni era, they must find someone to play the role of the finisher. Talking about the top-order, it lacks a batsman who can give them a fiery start along with Ruturaj Gaikwad.
In the spin department, they do have Ravindra Jadeja and Mitchell Santner who can bowl four overs of spin each. But the team will have to look for the players who can make an impact
<h3>Let us have a look at the 5 Players CSK should target for IPL 2021:</h3>
<h3>5. Hanuma Vihari</h3>
<figure id="attachment_341437" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-341437" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"><amp-img class="size-full wp-image-341437" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Hanuma-Vihari.jpg" alt="Hanuma Vihari" width="640" height="400" layout="responsive" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"></amp-img><figcaption id="caption-attachment-341437" class="wp-caption-text">Hanuma Vihari. (Photo: IANS)</figcaption></figure>
Well, this might surprise some fans, but Hanuma Vihari’s addition to the CSK batting line up can add more stability to the team. The member of the Indian Test squad is a versatile player and has impressed the critics with his all-round abilities. Hanuma was a member of the U19 World Cup-winning squad of 2012. He was included in the SRH team in the 2012 edition of the IPL and was awarded the Man of the Match because of his all-around skills.
In the very first match, he took the key wicket of <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/couldnt-have-been-more-plumb-megan-schutt-on-chris-gayles-wicket-vs-csk/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Chris Gayle</a> for a golden duck. However, his batting lacked power hitting abilities. Now, with modern-day greats like Kane Williamson scoring consistently by playing conventional shots, it is the time to give Hanuma another chance in the shortest format of the game.
For a team like CSK, his part-time bowling abilities can be used as a bowling change during the middle overs. And with the possible availability of Suresh Raina, both can bowl four overs, which will give their skipper a variety of options in the bowling department.
Being a member of the Test squad and performing well in the tough conditions, Hanuma is the batsman who can remain calm in tense situations. The batting line up of CSK looks bleak because of the lack of Indian players who are a part of the national team, and Hanuma’s inclusion might help them to strengthen their batting line up. He might be their next Subramaniam Badrinath!
<h3>4. Colin Munro</h3>
<figure id="attachment_382847" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-382847" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"><amp-img class="size-full wp-image-382847" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Colin-Munro.jpg" alt="Colin Munro" width="640" height="400" layout="responsive" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"></amp-img><figcaption id="caption-attachment-382847" class="wp-caption-text">Colin Munro. (Photo by Kai Schwoerer/Getty Images)</figcaption></figure>
<a href="https://www.crictracker.com/i-am-tired-of-seeing-him-celebrate-like-that-colin-munro-after-his-on-field-spat-with-imran-tahir/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Colin Munro</a> is one of the most destructive batsmen in the shortest format of the game. The fact that he was not picked by any team in the auction might raise a few eyebrows. However, the Kiwi batting all-rounder might be useful for a team like CSK which is entering into a transition phase. His clean-striking ability can help the team to post a good powerplay score and if he plays till the fifteenth over, he can score a big hundred.
Munro’s T20 strike rate of 156.44 clearly shows that he is one of the biggest names in the international circuit, but with 13 IPL games in the last three years, he has been overlooked and ignored. Munro is the fourth player to produce multiple T20I hundreds and with the presence of Ruturaj at the other end, who is more of a calm head and takes his time to settle, Munro can be used to tear apart any bowling line-up.
With the departure of Watson, CSK can look to include Munro in their squad. Apart from batting, the Kiwi can bowl a couple of overs as well. Munro’s medium pace can be an asset as Dhoni could extract a couple of overs from him. T20 is all about options, and a variety of them will be available when Munro is included in any squad. The aggressive Kiwi batsman could be of great use for CSK. If given enough chances, he might become a part of their core too!
<h3>3. Mitchell Starc</h3>
<figure id="attachment_433192" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-433192" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"><amp-img class="size-full wp-image-433192" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Mitchell-Starc.jpg" alt="Mitchell Starc" width="640" height="400" layout="responsive" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"></amp-img><figcaption id="caption-attachment-433192" class="wp-caption-text">Mitchell Starc. (Photo Source: Twitter)</figcaption></figure>
Mitchell Starc is one of the biggest names in the international circuit today. It is a name that still strikes fear into the minds of modern-day batsmen. His in-swinging yorkers are still unplayable and he is the go-to man for Aaron Finch in times of crisis. The tall-lanky bowler is an asset for any team he plays and his performances in the last two World Cups are enough to prove that he is one of the greatest fast bowlers in the modern era.
A team like CSK have always looked to strengthen their spin department. But this year, their strategy backfired because of a change in playing conditions. The management should look forward to including a pace bowler who can bowl over 150 kmph regularly and the best name available for them is <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/wasim-jaffer-offers-mitchell-starc-to-join-kxip-for-ipl-2021/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Mitchell Starc</a>. The Australian bowler has an average of 19.49 in T20Is and an impressive economy rate of 6.91.
Hence, CSK should be keen on including Starc in their team as he can produce that in swinging yorker! With sheer pace, he can trouble the batsmen and Starc is one of the best tailenders in the game. When required, he can hit some lusty blows and with the ball, he can produce early wickets. Imagine Deepak Chahar and Starc bowling the opening spell!
<h3>2. Adil Rashid</h3>
<figure id="attachment_267992" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-267992" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"><amp-img class="size-full wp-image-267992" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Adil-Rashid.jpg" alt="England v India - 3rd ODI: Royal London One-Day Series" width="640" height="400" layout="responsive" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"></amp-img><figcaption id="caption-attachment-267992" class="wp-caption-text">Adil Rashid. (Photo by Gareth Copley/Getty Images)</figcaption></figure>
Currently, <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/mitchell-starc-warns-adil-rashid-to-stay-in-his-crease-video-goes-viral/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Adil Rashid</a> is ranked 7th in the ICC T20I bowlers’ rankings. But, like many other international players, Rashid has consistently missed out on playing the IPL. Being one of the finest spinners in the world at the moment, Rashid can look forward to starting his IPL journey with the Chennai Super Kings. The three-time champions could use his abilities to take wickets regularly at any stage of the innings to create pressure on the opposition.
Rashid has played over 49 T20Is and has taken 49 wickets at an economy rate of 7.64. This shows that he can be the perfect replacement for Imran Tahir as Dhoni likes to control the field with spin heavy attacks. Therefore, Rashid and Jadeja can be the perfect spin duo for CSK given the fact that Rashid has many varieties in his bowling skills. As CSK looks for a fresh squad, Rashid can be the top contender for them in the upcoming auction.
Apart from bowling, the leggie can score runs down the order for CSK. In the ODIs, Rashid’s highest score stands at 69, which means that he can hold on to one end in case of a batting collapse. With numerous collapses in 2020, the management might look for including decent lower-order batsmen in their playing XI. Hence, Rashid makes it to the list of 5 Players CSK should target for IPL 2021.
<h3>1. Martin Guptill</h3>
<figure id="attachment_398064" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-398064" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"><amp-img class="size-full wp-image-398064" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Martin-Guptill.jpg" alt="Martin Guptill" width="640" height="400" layout="responsive" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"></amp-img><figcaption id="caption-attachment-398064" class="wp-caption-text">Martin Guptill. (Photo by Hannah Peters/Getty Images)</figcaption></figure>
Along with <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/ipl-2020-kane-williamson-fumes-over-priyam-garg-after-a-mix-up-led-him-to-get-run-out/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Kane Williamson</a>, Martin Guptill has been the backbone of the Kiwi batting line-up for a long time. One of the stylish players in the game, Guptill can tear apart any bowling line-up in the world on his day. Also, Guptill is a member of the elite list of batsmen who have scored a double-century in the fifty over format. However, 13 IPL games across the years showcase that he was never the first option as an opener for the teams he represented.
One of the main concerns for CSK is the lack of explosive batsmen. With Ruturaj establishing himself as the next big thing for the Chennai-based franchise, the management should look to include someone who can play freely in the powerplay, and Guptill could be their choice. With a strike rate of 134.61 in T20Is with the highest score of 105, Guptill is one of the greatest openers for New Zealand in the limited-overs format.
With CSK looking for fresh faces, Guptill could be their number one choice as opener. The stylish Kiwi batsman is a brilliant fielder too, and Guptill can guard the boundaries down the ground along with Faf. So, with sheer striking abilities and a safe pair of hands, he should be included in the CSK team in 2021. The attacking opener looks the best option of the Men in Yellow.
~Written by Kumar Tatwamasi

The 13th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) was one of its kind. For the very first time, the tournament was conducted behind closed doors and virtual noises were played to give the fans a unique experience. As the date of the next season of the IPL is not fixed yet, the teams that failed to make it to the playoffs should have a look at those players who can make a mark on the toughest T20 tournament.
With uncertainty looming over the mega-auction, the team that desperately needs a change in its arsenal is the Chennai Super Kings. It was an off-season for the Chennai-based franchise as they were the first team to be knocked out of the tournament. Also, the retirement of <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/shane-watson-posts-an-emotional-video-after-taking-retirement-from-all-forms-of-cricket/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Shane Watson</a> was inevitable and hence, they must look at some of the overseas players who can fill his shoes.
As MS Dhoni is set to play for another season, it is high time to find the right man to fill his shoes. As Narayan Jagadeesan seems to be the next wicket-keeper post the Dhoni era, they must find someone to play the role of the finisher. Talking about the top-order, it lacks a batsman who can give them a fiery start along with Ruturaj Gaikwad.
In the spin department, they do have Ravindra Jadeja and Mitchell Santner who can bowl four overs of spin each. But the team will have to look for the players who can make an impact
<h3>Let us have a look at the 5 Players CSK should target for IPL 2021:</h3>
<h3>5. Hanuma Vihari</h3>
<figure id="attachment_341437" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-341437" style="width: 640px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-341437" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Hanuma-Vihari.jpg" alt="Hanuma Vihari" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-341437" class="wp-caption-text">Hanuma Vihari. (Photo: IANS)</figcaption></figure>
Well, this might surprise some fans, but Hanuma Vihari’s addition to the CSK batting line up can add more stability to the team. The member of the Indian Test squad is a versatile player and has impressed the critics with his all-round abilities. Hanuma was a member of the U19 World Cup-winning squad of 2012. He was included in the SRH team in the 2012 edition of the IPL and was awarded the Man of the Match because of his all-around skills.
In the very first match, he took the key wicket of <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/couldnt-have-been-more-plumb-megan-schutt-on-chris-gayles-wicket-vs-csk/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Chris Gayle</a> for a golden duck. However, his batting lacked power hitting abilities. Now, with modern-day greats like Kane Williamson scoring consistently by playing conventional shots, it is the time to give Hanuma another chance in the shortest format of the game.
For a team like CSK, his part-time bowling abilities can be used as a bowling change during the middle overs. And with the possible availability of Suresh Raina, both can bowl four overs, which will give their skipper a variety of options in the bowling department.
Being a member of the Test squad and performing well in the tough conditions, Hanuma is the batsman who can remain calm in tense situations. The batting line up of CSK looks bleak because of the lack of Indian players who are a part of the national team, and Hanuma’s inclusion might help them to strengthen their batting line up. He might be their next Subramaniam Badrinath!
<h3>4. Colin Munro</h3>
<figure id="attachment_382847" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-382847" style="width: 640px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-382847" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Colin-Munro.jpg" alt="Colin Munro" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-382847" class="wp-caption-text">Colin Munro. (Photo by Kai Schwoerer/Getty Images)</figcaption></figure>
<a href="https://www.crictracker.com/i-am-tired-of-seeing-him-celebrate-like-that-colin-munro-after-his-on-field-spat-with-imran-tahir/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Colin Munro</a> is one of the most destructive batsmen in the shortest format of the game. The fact that he was not picked by any team in the auction might raise a few eyebrows. However, the Kiwi batting all-rounder might be useful for a team like CSK which is entering into a transition phase. His clean-striking ability can help the team to post a good powerplay score and if he plays till the fifteenth over, he can score a big hundred.
Munro&#8217;s T20 strike rate of 156.44 clearly shows that he is one of the biggest names in the international circuit, but with 13 IPL games in the last three years, he has been overlooked and ignored. Munro is the fourth player to produce multiple T20I hundreds and with the presence of Ruturaj at the other end, who is more of a calm head and takes his time to settle, Munro can be used to tear apart any bowling line-up.
With the departure of Watson, CSK can look to include Munro in their squad. Apart from batting, the Kiwi can bowl a couple of overs as well. Munro’s medium pace can be an asset as Dhoni could extract a couple of overs from him. T20 is all about options, and a variety of them will be available when Munro is included in any squad. The aggressive Kiwi batsman could be of great use for CSK. If given enough chances, he might become a part of their core too!
<h3>3. Mitchell Starc</h3>
<figure id="attachment_433192" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-433192" style="width: 640px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-433192" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Mitchell-Starc.jpg" alt="Mitchell Starc" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-433192" class="wp-caption-text">Mitchell Starc. (Photo Source: Twitter)</figcaption></figure>
Mitchell Starc is one of the biggest names in the international circuit today. It is a name that still strikes fear into the minds of modern-day batsmen. His in-swinging yorkers are still unplayable and he is the go-to man for Aaron Finch in times of crisis. The tall-lanky bowler is an asset for any team he plays and his performances in the last two World Cups are enough to prove that he is one of the greatest fast bowlers in the modern era.
A team like CSK have always looked to strengthen their spin department. But this year, their strategy backfired because of a change in playing conditions. The management should look forward to including a pace bowler who can bowl over 150 kmph regularly and the best name available for them is <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/wasim-jaffer-offers-mitchell-starc-to-join-kxip-for-ipl-2021/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Mitchell Starc</a>. The Australian bowler has an average of 19.49 in T20Is and an impressive economy rate of 6.91.
Hence, CSK should be keen on including Starc in their team as he can produce that in swinging yorker! With sheer pace, he can trouble the batsmen and Starc is one of the best tailenders in the game. When required, he can hit some lusty blows and with the ball, he can produce early wickets. Imagine Deepak Chahar and Starc bowling the opening spell!
<h3>2. Adil Rashid</h3>
<figure id="attachment_267992" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-267992" style="width: 640px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-267992" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Adil-Rashid.jpg" alt="England v India - 3rd ODI: Royal London One-Day Series" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-267992" class="wp-caption-text">Adil Rashid. (Photo by Gareth Copley/Getty Images)</figcaption></figure>
Currently, <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/mitchell-starc-warns-adil-rashid-to-stay-in-his-crease-video-goes-viral/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Adil Rashid</a> is ranked 7th in the ICC T20I bowlers’ rankings. But, like many other international players, Rashid has consistently missed out on playing the IPL. Being one of the finest spinners in the world at the moment, Rashid can look forward to starting his IPL journey with the Chennai Super Kings. The three-time champions could use his abilities to take wickets regularly at any stage of the innings to create pressure on the opposition.
Rashid has played over 49 T20Is and has taken 49 wickets at an economy rate of 7.64. This shows that he can be the perfect replacement for Imran Tahir as Dhoni likes to control the field with spin heavy attacks. Therefore, Rashid and Jadeja can be the perfect spin duo for CSK given the fact that Rashid has many varieties in his bowling skills. As CSK looks for a fresh squad, Rashid can be the top contender for them in the upcoming auction.
Apart from bowling, the leggie can score runs down the order for CSK. In the ODIs, Rashid’s highest score stands at 69, which means that he can hold on to one end in case of a batting collapse. With numerous collapses in 2020, the management might look for including decent lower-order batsmen in their playing XI. Hence, Rashid makes it to the list of 5 Players CSK should target for IPL 2021.
<h3>1. Martin Guptill</h3>
<figure id="attachment_398064" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-398064" style="width: 640px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-398064" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Martin-Guptill.jpg" alt="Martin Guptill" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-398064" class="wp-caption-text">Martin Guptill. (Photo by Hannah Peters/Getty Images)</figcaption></figure>
Along with <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/ipl-2020-kane-williamson-fumes-over-priyam-garg-after-a-mix-up-led-him-to-get-run-out/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Kane Williamson</a>, Martin Guptill has been the backbone of the Kiwi batting line-up for a long time. One of the stylish players in the game, Guptill can tear apart any bowling line-up in the world on his day. Also, Guptill is a member of the elite list of batsmen who have scored a double-century in the fifty over format. However, 13 IPL games across the years showcase that he was never the first option as an opener for the teams he represented.
One of the main concerns for CSK is the lack of explosive batsmen. With Ruturaj establishing himself as the next big thing for the Chennai-based franchise, the management should look to include someone who can play freely in the powerplay, and Guptill could be their choice. With a strike rate of 134.61 in T20Is with the highest score of 105, Guptill is one of the greatest openers for New Zealand in the limited-overs format.
With CSK looking for fresh faces, Guptill could be their number one choice as opener. The stylish Kiwi batsman is a brilliant fielder too, and Guptill can guard the boundaries down the ground along with Faf. So, with sheer striking abilities and a safe pair of hands, he should be included in the CSK team in 2021. The attacking opener looks the best option of the Men in Yellow.
~Written by Kumar Tatwamasi

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