IPL 2023: 5 Players who can replace Kyle Jamieson in CSK

3. Dasun Shanaka

Dasun Shanaka has been a reliable performer in the T20 circuit. He has featured in 178 games in the shortest format and aggregated 3674 runs at a strike rate of 142.45. The 31-year-old has shown his class in the international arena as well and scored 1328 runs in 85 T20Is at a strike rate of 121.83.

Shanaka has taken the attack to the opposition right from the get-go and finished games for his side to perfection. Also, the ace batter has steadied the ship when his team has been found wanting. In pressure cooker situations, the Lankan batter has more often than not shepherded the innings beautifully. Besides his batting prowess, the Negombo-born is a wily customer with the ball and has chipped in with crucial wickets.

Shanaka, with his ability to contribute in both departments, is a valuable addition to any team. As a plus, he is a gun fielder. His inclusion will provide depth to the side and therefore, the Chennai managment might ponder over signing him for the upcoming edition of the lucrative league to make the CSK squad well-rounded.