Chennai Super Kings (CSK) predicted playing XI for their first game in IPL 2020
As soon as clearance is obtained from the Indian Government regarding moving IPL overseas for the current edition, the preparations are expected to get underway as quickly as possible.
11. Imran Tahir
The South African legend was the go-to bowler for the Men in Yellow during the last season. He managed to pick up 26 wickets with his wily leg-spinners and bag the purple cap, trumping his own countryman Kagiso Rabada. His enthusiasm on the field provides refreshing energy to the whole team and creates a positive atmosphere which in turn fires up all the players.
The 41-year-old spinner has defied age and is still going strong, making valuable contributions every now and then. He has also bagged the No.1 ranking amongst bowlers in T20I and ODI cricket for a while. After his retirement from the national setup, Tahir has been focusing on T20 leagues and will be ready to pounce on the opposition as soon as the league starts.
In 55 IPL matches, Tahir has scalped 79 wickets at an average of 20.39 and a strike rate of 15.52. He has an economy of 7.88 with the best bowling figures of 4-12. He will be heading the spin department, duly assisted by Harbhajan Singh and Ravindra Jadeja.
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