5 Players CSK should target for IPL 2021

1. Martin Guptill

Along with Kane Williamson, 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