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Who Will Replace Ben Stokes in Chennai Super Kings? Indian Expert Reveals

Muskaan Bhatt

image-lpmly888Chennai Super Kings won their 5th IPL title last season (IPLT20.com)

With Ben Stokes ruled out of the Chennai Super Kings' lineup for the IPL 2024 season, Aakash Chopra suggests that Rachin Ravindra or Daryl Mitchell could be potential replacements. Stokes, the most expensive overseas signing for CSK at Rs 16.25 crore, has been released due to a chronic knee injury that limited him to just two matches in the 2023 season.

Stokes' decision to prioritize knee surgery and focus on leading England in upcoming international commitments has garnered support from CSK. Aakash Chopra, speaking on Sports 18, highlights the need for an all-rounder, proposing Rachin Ravindra or Daryl Mitchell as suitable replacements. Chopra notes that CSK's strong spin department may allow them to focus on bolstering the batting lineup.


Here's What He Said:

"They will need an all-rounder. It could be Rachin Ravindra in place of Ben Stokes, or they might look towards Daryl Mitchell. This team might not need spinners because they have Ravindra Jadeja, Prashant Solanki, Moeen Ali and Mitchell Santner. They will be able to manage with them.

In the batting department, they might need one more Indian batter in place of Ambati Rayudu. Let's not put it past MS Dhoni. If you are unable to do anything, go to him and he will get it done. So Manish Pandey or Karun Nair, they might go to the team of yellow in the auction."


Chopra also suggests the possibility of acquiring another Indian batter to fill Ambati Rayudu's spot, mentioning the potential inclusion of Manish Pandey or Karun Nair. Despite these considerations, Chopra expresses confidence in MS Dhoni's strategic acumen and hints that Dhoni himself could step up if needed.

As CSK prepares for the IPL 2024 auction, the choice of replacements will be crucial in maintaining the team's balance and competitiveness in the upcoming season.