Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy is the major platform for domestic talents to showcase their skills ahead of the IPL Auctions. Chennai Super Kings have managed to find some good talents in recent years. With another transition phase on the horizon, the franchise will look for more options in the market. Here, we take a look at the list of three top performers in SMAT 2023 whom CSK can target for IPL 2024 in auctions.
1) Sameer Rizvi – 277 runs in 7 games
Sameer Rizvi is one of the performers in SMAT 2023 whom CSK can target for IPL 2024 in auctions. Ruturaj Gaikwad will be the fulcrum of the CSK batting for years to come. However, the team might also have to target someone for the middle-order.
Here is where rising cricketer Sameer Rizvi can be an option for CSK. It has been the breakout year for the youngster. Under MS Dhoni, the player can develop further and become a better player.
2) T Ravi Teja – 19 wickets in 7 games
T Ravi Teja, the pacer from Hyderabad ended as the highest wicket-taker of the tournament. While he showed his skills with the new ball, he also helped Hyderabad in certain games with the bat.
CSK has had a rough last few years when it comes to injuries to domestic pacers. Sufficient backups are needed in this regard. Therefore, they can target someone like Ravi Teja, who could be on the bench as Deepak Chahar’s backup.
3) Tanush Kotian – 9 wickets at an economy of 5.58
He was not the best bowler in the tournament but the Mumbai all-rounder would be a top option for CSK, considering the squad requirements.
A right-arm off-spinner who can also bat, Tanush is slowly coming through the ranks in this department. CSK would need a good option in this profile considering Moeen Ali is not in the best form right now. Hence, we have Tanush here.
