Rachin Ravindra IPL Team

Rachin Ravindra IPL Team [Source: @JayGawas14/X.com]

Rachin Ravindra, the promising youngster from New Zealand, has captured the fans’ hearts with his extraordinary all-round abilities as a left-handed batter and left-arm orthodox spinner.

Having made his debut in 2021, Ravindra rose to fame during the 2023 ICC ODI World Cup held in India. He hit 578 runs in 10 innings with a 106.45 strike rate and 64.22 average, including 3 centuries.

From then, he began playing all three formats for New Zealand. Moreover, the breakout campaign in the ICC ODI World Cup helped Rachin gain the attention of IPL franchises as he entered the auction pool and fetched a lucrative contract.

Rachin Ravindra’s IPL Teams

Rachin Ravindra’s IPL Teams [Source: @CSKFansOfficial/X.com]

Teams Rachin Has Played For in IPL

In his brief career in the Indian Premier League (IPL), Rachin Ravindra has played for five-time IPL champions, Chennai Super Kings (CSK). He entered the auction pool in 2024 and CSK placed a bid of INR 1.80 crore to seal the deal. 

However, for IPL 2025, CSK had to release him into the mega auction pool due to limited retention. Regardless, the franchise didn’t disappoint him. 

After Punjab Kings placed the highest bid of INR 3.20 crore, CSK opted to exercise their Right to Match (RTM) card. PBKS then raised the final bid to INR 4 crore and the team management agreed to the bid without a second thought.

Rachin’s Role in His IPL Team

Rachin Ravindra plays a crucial role as a versatile all-rounder for Chennai Super Kings (CSK). Signed by the team in the IPL 2024 season, he made an impactful debut. As a left-hander, he provided the left-right balance in the top order. 

Moreover, Rachin is versatile as he can open the inning as well as play at no.3 or 4 according to the team’s needs. Apart from maximising the powerplay period, the all-rounder can also score runs at a brisk pace in death overs. 

Most importantly, he also chips in a few overs, which is crucial for CSK as their home ground in Chepauk heavily assists the spinners.

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Rachin Ravindra's Impact on His IPL Team

Ravindra had a sensational debut for the Chennai Super Kings in IPL in 2024. Ravindra compiled 222 runs in 10 matches with a strike rate and average of 160.87 and 22.20, respectively. 

He also scored a blazing half-century against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) before his memorable 37 off 15 balls knock on debut. 

Besides, in IPL 2024, Rachin got to bowl only 2 overs and conceded 7 runs without any wickets. However, his impact on the field was noteworthy. In his first season at CSK, Rachin proved an athletic and sharp fielder, taking 8 catches in the field.

Rachin Ravindra and IPL Auction

Rachin Ravindra and IPL Auction [Source: @ShuhidAufridi/X.com]

IPL Auction History for Rachin with CSK

Rachin Ravindra is associated with Chennai Super Kings (CSK) as he made his IPL debut with the franchise. He went into the auction pool of the IPL 2024 season as a promising talent. 

While many franchises had eyes on him, CSK had saved up some budget for him. As Rachin’s bidding process started, CSK exhausted INR 1.80 crore to buy him. And his debut year was nothing but an indication of a bright future.

Rachin’s IPL 2025 Auction Status

In the IPL 2025 mega auction, each franchise was allowed a maximum of 6 retentions. Moreover, Chennai Super Kings prioritised seniors to retain Ruturaj Gaikwad, Ravindra Jadeja, Shivam Dube, MS Dhoni and Matheesha Pathirana. 

With 1 RTM card, the team sat at the auction table in Jeddah with an aim to buy back Rachin Ravindra. However, Punjab Kings had also come up with a plan and a purse of INR 110.5 crore. Hence, they placed the highest bid of INR 3.20 crore to win the provisional battle. 

However, CSK were given the option to use the RTM card and they exercised the opportunity. With the ball back in PBKS’ court, they raised the bid to INR 4 crore. Meanwhile, Chennai, with sufficient money in the purse, matched the bid and bought Rachin back for the IPL 2025 season.

FAQs about Rachin Ravindra IPL Team

Q.1 Is Rachin Ravindra an Indian?

Answer: Rachin Ravindra is a New Zealand citizen. However, he was born into an Indian origin family. His father, Ravi Krishnamurthy, a software architect, used to play club cricket in Bengaluru, Karnataka before migrating to New Zealand in 1997. Rachin’s grandparents still live in Bengaluru and he often visits them during the off-season.

Q.2 Is Rachin Ravindra released from CSK?

Answer: Rachin was released from CSK’s squad before the IPL 2025 mega auction. However, the franchise bought him back via an RTM card for a price of INR 4 crore.

Q.3 Is Rachin Ravindra in IPL 2025?

Answer: Yes, Rachin will feature in IPL 2025 for Chennai Super Kings (CSK). He was sold to the franchise during the mega auction after they opted to use the RTM card for the all-rounder.

Q.4 Is CSK used RTM card or not?

Answer: Yes, CSK used an RTM card in the IPL 2025 mega auction. They used it for Rachin Ravindra to buy him back for INR 4 crore.

Q.5 How much did CSK pay for Rachin Ravindra?

Answer: CSK paid INR 1.80 crore to Rachin Ravindra in IPL 2024. Moreover, in IPL 2025, his value rose to INR 4 crore as Chennai had to cash out that money during the mega auction.

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