It has been a while since CSK has had a good Tamil Nadu player performing for them. CSK is built on a strong local fanbase and with MS Dhoni nearing retirement, it could be a good approach to sign some local stars. However, not all of them could be available on the market. Here, we take a look at the list of three popular Tamil Nadu cricketers CSK can realistically target for IPL 2025.
1) R Ashwin
Ashwin might be 38 years old but he is in top form and fitness. As he showed in the recent Tamil Nadu Premier League, he is in tune with the modern demands of the game and the format.
Due to his age, Rajasthan Royals may not retain him. For CSK, he could be the ideal off-spinner and the perfect No.8. The home fans will also be extremely pleased with this signing.
2) R Sai Kishore
R Sai Kishore is one of the popular Tamil Nadu cricketers CSK can realistically target for IPL 2025. With the likes of Rashid Khan and Noor Ahmad at Gujarat Titans, the franchise may not retain Sai Kishore. For the player, as well, he might want a different team to get more chances.
CSK needs to find a future replacement for Ravindra Jadeja. For IPL 2025, having two domestic spinners of this type could also be a strategy. In both cases, Sai Kishore works perfectly. You could also tell that he is at the peak of his career. Hence, it is the perfect time to go for him.
3) Shahrukh Khan
While CSK might want T Natarajan, it could be hard to snatch him away from SRH. Hence, they could set eyes on Shahrukh Khan as a possible homegrown signing.
Apart from his finishing skills, Shahrukh has been impressive with his off-spin. At Chepauk, such players could click. Therefore, the franchise could consider his signature.
