during a heartwarming moment IPL 2025 mega auction, Deepak Chahar expressed his gratitude Chennai Super Kings (CSK) for their determined efforts to secure his services despite limited funds in their wallets. A key figure in CSK’s bowling attack since 2018, Chahar has finally been caught by. Mumbai Indians (MI)ends his seven-year association with the franchise. Although disappointed with the result, Chahar accepted CSK’s ruthless offer and shared his special bond with the team, especially with captain MS Dhoni.
CSK’s strong push to bring back Deepak Chahar in IPL 2025 auction
Notably, during the mega auction, Chahar’s name came up on Day 2, when CSK had already spent most of their available purse, leaving them with just INR 13 crore. Despite financial constraints, CSK made a strong push to retain Chahar by bidding up to INR 9 crore. However, the competition was intense and Mumbai eventually prevailed over CSK and secured Chahar for INR 9.25 crore.
Chahar expresses his gratitude to CSK
Aware of CSK’s limited funds, Chahar knew it would be difficult for the franchise to retain him. He was hoping to continue his IPL journey with CSK, especially because of his special bond with the team and its captain. MS Dhonisignificant support throughout his career. Despite the setback, Chahar expressed no hard feelings, realizing that the dynamics of the auction made it difficult for CSK to bring him back.
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Chahar was deeply impressed that CSK, with only INR 13 crore remaining, still valued him enough to raise their bid to INR 9 crore. He noted that the move reflected the strong bond he shares with the franchise. He credited MS Dhoni for his special bond with CSK, stating that his desire to stay with the team was due to Dhoni’s unwavering support from day one. He appreciated CSK’s efforts to bring him back and admitted that while he knew it would be a tough test due to his financial situation, their continued interest in him spoke of their trust and respect for his contributions to the team over the years.
“Mahi bhai supported me from the beginning, that’s why I wanted to go to CSK. But my name came up on the second day of the auction, so I had a fair idea that it would be difficult for me to come back to CSK. They had a small purse but still bid up to ₹9 crore despite having only ₹13 crore left. Chahar told SportsTak.
“I decided it would be difficult. Last year, I was named first, so it was easier to come back to CSK.” he added.
Chahar’s impact in CSK
During his tenure with CSK, Chahar became a key figure in their bowling attack. His ability to bowl fiery spells in the powerplay was crucial to the team’s success and contributed significantly to CSK winning three IPL titles in 2018, 2021 and 2023. Chahar proved himself to be one man, scoring 76 goals in 76 matches with the franchise. one of the most reliable pacers in the league.
