Ex-Indian fruit and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) padwart Subramaniam Badrinath Prepared a detailed plan for the upcoming franchise strategy Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 Auction in Abu Dhabi. With KSK undergoing a significant squad overhaul after a previous season marked by the departure of key veterans, Badrinath has identified several critical areas the team needs to address. He has given specific, high-value names he believes to rebuild the squad and contend for the title.
S. Badrinath identifies 3 key players to target in CSK’s IPL 2026 mini-auction
Spin Crisis: Why the Past World Doesn’t Have It. 1 is mandatory
Badrinath feels that CSK’s most pressing need is to replace the left-hander in the spin department after his retirement Ravichandran ashwin and trade Ravindra jadejawhich leaves the cupboard almost bare. The former batsman urged the franchise to go all out for the 1 T20I bowler’s former world.
On his YouTube channel, Badrinath revealed his main goal and the tactical thinking behind the selection:
“He will be a big option, one CSK will definitely target. Without two specialist spinners, jadeja and ashwin. So they definitely need a spinner and Ravi Bishnoi will be the fourth bowler.”
Badrinath emphasized his suitability Ravi Bishnoi for their homes:
“And the wrist spinner has been successful at the Chepauk Stadium. Noor Ahmed and Ravi Bishnoi will form a super combination. He will probably go for a high price but CSK will benefit if they buy him.”
Despite Bishnoi continuing with a poor IPL 2025 season Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)What led to his release, his proven wicket-taking ability and success on spin-friendly pitches make him an ideal replacement for the super kings’ long-term strategy.
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Death Bowling and Middle Order Strength: Supply ends
Apart from spin, Badrinath said the franchise urgently needs to address its death-bowling issues and middle-order finishers, especially with experienced players. He provided a shortlist of options for both roles, highlighting the demanding demand for a quality death-overs specialist.
“CSK definitely needs a death bowler. Anrich Nortje is a Tearway fast bowler who can bowl an over with the new ball and end. Gerald Coetzee will be a good option who also played for the Joburg super kings before. CSK bid strongly for him in the last auction. Buying Matheesha Pathirana at a lower price will not be a bad option. But a death bowler is a must for CSK, for which they can go for one of these three options” Badrinath offered both established and familiar options.
Badrinath highlighted the Batting Line-up, promoting the South African Veteran David Miller As a perfect finish, he pointed to the franchise’s history of bringing seasoned stars to life:
“David Miller is a recent spinner and he is playing well from the left side. Yes, he has done very well in the CSK end. Badrinath is over.
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