Rachin Ravindra IPL

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

New Zealand's promising batting all-rounder, Rachin Ravindra has batted himself into the glare of international cricket after a fantastic debut in 2021. All-round proficiency in three formats made him immediately popular.

Ravindra was into his second year of international career when he got picked up by the five-time champions, Chennai Super Kings (CSK), in the Indian Premier League (IPL). He stunned on his debut game against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) by scoring a blazing 37 off 15 balls.

For IPL 2025, Rachin was once again in the mega auction pool. However, CSK showed immense faith in his potential yet again and bought him back through an RTM card.

Rachin Ravindra IPL Team

Rachin Ravindra IPL Team [Source: @Beast__07_/X.com]

Current IPL team of Rachin Ravindra

Rachin Ravindra is part of Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the IPL. He was bought by the five-time champion franchise in IPL 2024 auction. Moreover, given his promise and standout performance in debut season, CSK bought him back via an RTM card during the high-profile IPL 2025 mega auction.

Teams Rachin Ravindra has played for 

Rachin Ravindra made his IPL debut for Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the year 2024. The first match against Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) resulted in a commendable score of 37 from 15 deliveries on March 22, 2024. 

Throughout the season, he exhibited his dynamic batting skills, one of which was that memorable fifty against RCB on May 18. Additionally, he entered the mega auction for the IPL 2025 season and as CSK had used an RTM card, he is to continue with the same franchise.

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Rachin Ravindra IPL Price

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Rachin Ravindra’s IPL Auction Price

In IPL 2025, Rachin found himself in the mega auction pool with a base price of INR 1.50 crore. The auction event was held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia and spanned over two days.

 Meanwhile, Ravindra attracted many takers given his promising talent. Punjab Kings, with a purse of whooping INR 110.5 crore, went behind the New Zealander. They placed the highest bid of INR 3.2 crore on the left-hander batter. 

However, CSK opted to use the Right To Match (RTM) card, placing a bid to buy him back. While PBKS raised the bid to INR 4 crore, CSK happily matched the bid and bought back the all-rounder for a cheap price.

Rachin Ravindra’s worth in IPL auction over the years

Rachin Ravindra’s IPL career began in 2024 with CSK. The franchise purchased him for INR 1.8 crore during the mini-auction. But after a decent debut season where he scored 222 runs in 10 games, his market value went sky-high. 

Ravindra entered the IPL 2025 mega auction pool with an INR 1.50 crore base price and fetched himself a contract of INR 4 crore by CSK.

Rachin Ravindra IPL Records

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

Most runs by Rachin in an IPL season

Rachin Ravindra made his debut in IPL in 2024. That year, he amassed 222 runs in 10 games with a 22.20 average and 160.87 strike rate. He hit the first six for CSK in the 2024 IPL season during his debut match. 

Ravindra further went on to score his first IPL half-century against RCB in a closer game and smashed 12 massive sixes as well. Such performances showed off Ravindra's aggressive batting style and adaptability in his first IPL season.

Rachin’s IPL Centuries and Fifties

As of the IPL 2024 season, Rachin Ravindra had a single fifty under his belt and is yet to slam a ton. He smashed a half-ton against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and gave a great start to CSK in the high-stake clash.

FAQs about Rachin Ravindra IPL

Q.1 Which team has Rachin Ravindra in IPL?

Answer: Rachin Ravindra has been a part of the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in IPL through 2025 season. He was signed by the side for 2024 season and was bought back for the subsequent season with an RTM card which the franchise had at hand during the mega auction.

Q.2 Will Rachin Ravindra play in IPL 2025?

Answer: Yes, Ravin Ravindra is going to play IPL 2025 for Chennai Super Kings (CSK). He was bought back into the side for INR 4 crore with an RTM card during the mega auction held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

Q.3 How many runs did Rachin Ravindra score in IPL 2024?

Answer: Rachin Ravindra has notched up 222 runs from 10 IPL matches during the IPL 2024 season. The average stood at 22.20 with a strike rate of 160.87.

Q.4 How much did CSK pay for Rachin Ravindra?

Answer: CSK had to shell out INR 4 crore because they were fortunate to bring back Rachin Ravindra during the mega auction for IPL 2025. PBKS had initially placed the highest bid of INR 3.2 crore but CSK used an RTM card and Punjab raised the bid to INR 4 crore which Chennai happily accepted to retain Rachin.

Q.5 Does Rachin Ravindra bowl?

Answer: Yes, Rachin Ravindra can bowl quality left-arm orthodox spin. He is a batting all-rounder capable of bowling long spells in any format of the game.

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