The esteemed former Chennai Super Kings (CSK) player, who retired from IPL cricket after the 2022 season, might step into the shoes of his ex-India teammate Gautam Gambhir. Gambhir recently departed from the Lucknow franchise after serving as a significant mentor for two years, opting to join Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in a similar capacity.

Given Raina’s immense popularity as a native of Uttar Pradesh, speculation has been rampant that he could emerge as the fresh face for the Lucknow franchise in a mentorship role.

Raina added fuel to the speculation this weekend during an intriguing exchange with a well-known journalist on Twitter. The journalist dismissed a fan’s assertion about Raina joining the LSG setup, branding it as unfounded. However, just as fans were beginning to accept the journalist’s viewpoint, Raina intervened, suggesting that the journalist might not always be correct.

This subtle hint implied Raina’s potential association with the Lucknow franchise as a team mentor for IPL 2024, possibly filling the void left by Gambhir in the support staff. The team is currently undergoing a coaching transition under the guidance of new head coach Justin Langer.

Both Australians, Pat Cummins, and Mitchell Starc, concluded their illustrious careers by emerging as the costliest purchases in an Indian Premier League auction. England’s Harry Brook and Chris Woakes also secured substantial paychecks.

In a tense bidding showdown, Cummins was acquired by Sunrisers Hyderabad for 20.5 crore rupees (approximately £1.9 million), setting a new record for the highest price in an IPL auction. Soon after, Starc surpassed this figure as Kolkata Knight Riders invested 24.75 crore rupees (about £2.34 million), establishing yet another record.

Cummins captained Australia in the World Test Championship final and the World Cup, also retaining the Ashes on English soil. Starc played a pivotal role in these events, regarded as a fearsome death bowler in white-ball cricket. He hadn’t participated in the IPL since 2015, prioritizing international commitments.

A year earlier, England’s Sam Curran secured the highest bid after their T20 World Cup victory, signing with Punjab Kings for 18.5 crore (£1.85 million). Ben Stokes and Harry Brook also received substantial deals.

However, this time around, the market for English players was slightly slower, with Adil Rashid and Phil Salt initially going unsold. Brook, released after one season by Sunrisers Hyderabad, was purchased by Delhi Capitals for 4 crore (approx. £400,000), while Woakes joined Punjab Kings for 4.2 crore (approx. £420,000). Other English players like Curran, Jonny Bairstow, and Liam Livingstone also found spots in Punjab Kings.

Stokes, Jofra Archer, and Joe Root opted out of this year’s tournament. After a disappointing performance in the World Cup, there’s likely to be a reduced number of English players at the IPL. Additionally, the IPL’s expected schedule from March 22 to late May may impact the availability of England players as they have a home T20 series against Pakistan during that time.

This extensive list will showcase the players available for purchase, each with their respective base price and set number.

The event marks the IPL teams’ endeavor to secure a maximum of 77 players, allowing for a maximum of 30 overseas acquisitions. It’s anticipated to be a frenetic session, particularly as seven teams boast budgets exceeding Rs. 20 crore.

Among the 333 players, 214 hail from India, while the remaining 119 represent overseas talent. The roster comprises 116 capped players alongside 215 uncapped individuals, including two from Asian nations.

Players are tagged with various base prices, with the highest set at Rs. 2 crore for 23 players, followed by Rs. 1.5 crore for 13 players. The spectrum spans base prices of Rs. 1 crore, Rs. 50 lakhs, Rs. 40 lakhs, and Rs. 20 lakhs. The players have been categorized into 19 different sets based on their base prices.

IPL 2024 Auction Set 1:

• Harry Brook (ENG) -Rs. 2 Crore
• Travis Head (AUS) – Rs. 2 Crore
• Karun Nair (IND) – Rs. 50 Lakhs
• Manish Pandey (IND) -Rs. 50 Lakhs
• Rovman Powell (WI) -Rs. 1 Crore
• Rilee Rossouw (SA) – Rs. 2 Crore
• Steve Smith (AUS) – Rs. 2 Crore

IPL 2024 Auction Set 2:

• Gerald Coetzee (SA) – Rs. 2 Crore
• Pat Cummins (AUS) – Rs. 2 Crore
• Wanindu Hasaranga (SL) – Rs. 1.5 Crore
• Daryl Mitchell (NZ) – Rs. 1 Crore
• Azmatullah Omarzai (AFG) – Rs. 50 Lakhs
• Harshal Patel (IND) – Rs. 2 Crore
• Rachin Ravindra (NZ) – Rs. 50 Lakhs
• Shardul Thakur (IND) – Rs. 2 Crore
• Chris Woakes (ENG) – Rs. 2 Crore

IPL 2024 Auction Set 3:

• K.S. Bharat (IND) – Rs. 50 Lakhs
• Josh Inglis (AUS) – Rs. 2 Crore
• Kusal Mendis (SL) – Rs. 50 Lakhs
• Philip Salt (IND) – Rs. 1.5 Crore
• Tristan Stubbs (SA) – Rs. 50 Lakhs

IPL 2024 Auction Set 4:

• Lockie Ferguson (NZ) – Rs. 2 Crore
• Josh Hazlewood (AUS) – Rs. 2 Crore
• Alzarri Joseph (WI) – Rs. 1 Crore
• Dilshan Madushanka (SL) – Rs. 50 Lakhs
• Shivam Mavi (IND) – Rs. 50 Lakhs
• Chetan Sakariya (IND) – Rs. 50 Lakhs
• Mitchell Starc (AUS) – Rs. 2 Crore
• Jaydev Unadkat (IND) – Rs. 50 Lakhs
• Umesh Yadav (IND) – Rs. 2 Crore

IPL 2024 Auction Set 5:

• Akeal Hosein (WI) – Rs. 50 Lakhs
• Mujeeb Rahman (AFG) – Rs. 2 Crore
• Adil Rashid (ENG) – Rs. 2 Crore
• Mohammad Waqar Salamkheil (AFG) – Rs. 50 Lakhs
• Tabraiz Shamsi (SA) – Rs. 50 Lakhs
• Ish Sodhi (NZ) – Rs. 75 Lakhs

IPL 2024 Auction Set 6:

• Priyansh Arya (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Saurav Chuahan (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Shubham Dubey (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Rohan Kunnummal (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Angkrish Raghuvanshi (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Sameer Rizvi (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Manan Vohra (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs

IPL 2024 Auction Set 7:

• Raj Angad Bawa (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Shahrukh Khan (IND) – Rs. 40 Lakhs
• Mohd. Arshad Khan (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Sarfaraz Khan (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Arshin Kulkarni (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Vivrant Sharma (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Atit Sheth (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Hrithik Shokeen (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Ramandeep Singh (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs

IPL 2024 Auction Set 8:

• Ricky Bhui (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Tom Kohler-Cadmore (ENG) – Rs. 40 Lakhs
• Kumar Kushagra (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Urvil Patel (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Vishnu Solanki (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs

IPL 2024 Auction Set 9:

• Rasikh Dar (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Yash Dayal (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Sushant Mishra (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Ishan Porel (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Akash Singh (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Kartik Tyagi (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Kuldip Yadav (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs

IPL 2024 Auction Set 10:

• Murgan Ashwin (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Shreyas Gopal (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Pulkit Narang (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• M. Siddharth (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Shiva Singh (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Manav Suthar (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs

IPL 2024 Auction Set 11:

• Finn Allen (NZ) – Rs. 75 Lakhs
• Alick Athanaze (WI) – Rs. 50 Lakhs
• Mark Chapman (NZ) – Rs. 50 Lakhs
• Samuel Hain (ENG) – Rs. 50 Lakhs
• Reeza Hendricks (SA) – Rs. 50 Lakhs
• Brandon King (WI) – Rs. 50 Lakhs
• Colin Munro (NZ) – Rs. 1.5 Crore
• Sherfane Rutherford (WI) – Rs. 1.5 Crore
• Ashton Turner (AUS) – Rs. 1 Crore
• Rassie Van Der Dussen (SA) – Rs. 2 Crore
• James Vince (ENG) – Rs. 2 Crore
• Ibrahim Zadran (AFG) – Rs. 50 Lakhs
• Najibullah Zadran (AFG) – Rs. 50 Lakhs

IPL 2024 Auction Set 12:

• Sean Abbott (AUS) – Rs. 2 Crore
• Ashton Agar (AUS) – Rs. 1 Crore
• Wesley Agar (AUS) – Rs. 50 Lakhs
• Qais Ahamad (AFG) – Rs. 50 Lakhs
• Rehan Ahmed (ENG) – Rs. 50 Lakhs
• Fabian Allen (WI) – Rs. 75 Lakhs
• Charith Asalanka (SL) – Rs. 50 Lakhs
• Michael Bracewell (NZ) – Rs. 1 Crore
• Brydon Carse (ENG) – Rs. 50 Lakhs
• Tom Curran (ENG) – Rs. 1.5 Crore
• Ben Cutting (AUS) – Rs. 50 Lakhs
• Matthew Forde (WI) – Rs. 50 Lakhs
• George Garton (ENG) – Rs. 50 Lakhs
• Jason Holder (WI) – Rs. 1.5 Crore
• George Linde (SA) – Rs. 50 Lakhs
• Keshav Maharaj (SA) – Rs. 50 Lakhs
• Wiaan Mulder (SA) -Rs. 50 Lakhs
• Mohammad Nabi (AFG) – Rs. 1.5 Crore
• James Neesham (NZ) – Rs. 1.5 Crore
• Jamie Overton (ENG) – Rs. 2 Crore
• Keemo Paul (WI) – Rs. 75 Lakhs
• Dwaine Pretorius (SA) – Rs. 1 Crore
• Daniel Sams (AUS) – Rs. 1.5 Crore
• Dasun Shanaka (SL) – Rs. 50 Lakhs
• Matthew Short (AUS) – Rs. 50 Lakhs
• Odean Smith (WI) – Rs. 50 Lakhs
• Hanuma Vihari (IND) – Rs. 50 Lakhs
• David Willey (ENG) – Rs. 2 Crore

IPL 2024 Auction Set 13:

• Sam Billings (ENG) – Rs. 1 Crore
• Johnson Charles (WI) – Rs. 50 Lakhs
• Ben Duckett (ENG) – Rs. 2 Crore
• Shai Hope (WI) – Rs. 75 Lakhs

IPL 2024 Auction Set 14:

• Varun Aaron (IND) – Rs. 50 Lakhs
• Fareed Ahmad (AFG) – Rs. 50 Lakhs
• Taskin Ahmed (BAN) – Rs. 75 Lakhs
• Gus Atkinson (ENG) – Rs. 1 Crore
• Dushmanta Chameera (SL) – Rs. 50 Lakhs
• Ben Dwarshuis (AUS) – Rs. 50 Lakhs
• Richard Gleeson (ENG) – Rs. 50 Lakhs
• Matt Henry (NZ) – Rs. 75 Lakhs
• Md Shoriful Islam (BAN) – Rs. 50 Lakhs
• Kyle Jamieson (NZ) – Rs. 1 Crore
• Spencer Johnson (AUS) – Rs. 50 Lakhs
• Chris Jordan (ENG) – Rs. 1.5 Crore
• Siddharth Kaul (IND) – Rs. 50 Lakhs
• Lahiru Kumara (SL) – Rs. 50 Lakhs
• Obed Mccoy (WI) – Rs. 50 Lakhs
• Riley Meredith (AUS) – Rs. 1 Crore
• Tymal Mills (ENG) – Rs. 1.5 Crore
• Adam Milne (NZ) – Rs. 1 Crore
• Lance Morris (AUS) – Rs. 75 Lakhs
• Blessing Muzarabani (ZIM) – Rs. 50 Lakhs
• Richard Ngarava (ZIM) – Rs. 50 Lakhs
• Wayne Parnell (SA) – Rs. 1 Crore
• Mustafizur Rahman (BAN) – Rs. 2 Crore
• Jhye Richardson (AUS) – Rs. 1.5 Crore
• Ollie Robinson (ENG) – Rs. 75 Lakhs
• George Scrimshaw (ENG) – Rs. 50 Lakhs
• Tim Southee (NZ) – Rs. 1.5 Crore
• Barinder Sran (IND) – Rs. 50 Lakhs
• Billy Stanlake (AUS) – Rs. 75 Lakhs
• Olly Stone (ENG) – Rs. 75 Lakhs
• Oshane Thomas (WI) – Rs. 50 Lakhs
• Nuwan Thushara (SL) – Rs. 50 Lakhs
• Sandeep Warrier (IND) – Rs. 50 Lakhs
• Lizaad Williams (SA) – Rs. 50 Lakhs
• Luke Wood (ENG) – Rs. 50 Lakhs

IPL 2024 Auction Set 15:

• P.A. Abdul (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Murugan Abhishek (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Atharva Ankolekar (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Baba Aparajith (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Jass Inder Baidwan (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Corbin Bosch (SA) – Rs. 30 Lakhs
• Rahul Buddhi (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Vaisakh Chandran (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Writtick Chatterjee (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Raj Chaudhary (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Ravi Chauhan (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Ashwin Das (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Aarya Desai (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Vineet Dhankhar (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Naman Dhir (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Harsh Dubey (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Prerit Dutta (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Jake Fraser-Mcgurk (AUS) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Shubhang Hegde (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Benny Howell (ENG) – Rs. 40 Lakhs
• Saransh Jain (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Duan Jansen (SA) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Mohammad Kaif (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Anshul Kamboj (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Aman Khan (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Mohd Arslan Khan (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Musheer Khan (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Tanush Kotian (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Sumit Kumar (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Manvanth Kumar (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Saurabh Kumar (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Dev Lakra (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Nasir Lone (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Kaushik Maity (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Divij Mehra (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Mani Sankar Mura Singh (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Abid Mushtaq (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Kamlesh Nagarkoti (IND) – Rs. 30 Lakhs
• Sanjay Pahal (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Jitender Pal (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Saumy Pandey (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Ansh Patel (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Sairaj Patil (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Pradosh Paul (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Shubham Singh Pundir (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Atal Rai (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Abhimanyusingh Rajput (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Mohit Rathee (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Ninad Rathva (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Rohit Rayudu (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Aniketh Reddy (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Mohit Redkar (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Jalaj Saxena (IND) – Rs. 40 Lakhs
• Akash Sengupta (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Ashutosh Sharma (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Shivalik Sharma (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Suryansh Shedge (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Aradhya Shukla (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Utkarsh Singh (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Vishwanath Pratap Singh (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Shashank Singh (IND) – 2h0
• Swapnil Singh (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Prenelan Subrayen (SA) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Ravi Teja (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Tanay Thyagarajann (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Akash Vashisht (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• David Wiese (NAM) – Rs. 1 Crore

IPL 2024 Auction Set 16:

• Mohit Ahlawat (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• G. Ajitesh (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Avanish Rao Aravelly (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• L.R. Chethan (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Gourav Choudhary (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Harvik Desai (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Shakir Gandhi (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Sumit Ghadigaonkar (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Baba Indrajith (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Bhagmender Lather (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Anmol Malhotra (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Robin Minz (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Darshan Misal (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Nikhil Naik (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Prasad Pawar (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Mahesh Pithiya (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• William Salzmann (AUS) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Bipin Saurabh (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• B.R. Sharath (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• K.L. Shrijith (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Avneesh Sudha (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Aditya Tare (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Nihal Ullal (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs

IPL 2024 Auction Set 17:

• K.M Asif (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Mohit Avasthi (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Ottneil Baartman (SA) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Basit Bashir (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Waseem Bashir (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Sachin Bhosale (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Devendra Singh Bora (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Gurnoor Singh Brar (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Nandre Burger (SA)- Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Saurabh Dubey (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Mrinmoy Dutta (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Vishal Godara (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Money Grewal (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Arpit Guleria (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Mukhtar Hussain (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Sakib Hussain (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Shamar Joseph (WI) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Mohammed Kaif (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Shubham Kapse (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Devang Karamta (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Kulwant Khejroliya (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Ravi Kumar (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Ashwani Kumar (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Raj Limbani (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Kwena Maphaka (SA) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Lukman Hussain Meriwala (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Venkatesh Muralidhara (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• William O’Rourke (NZ) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Rakshan Readdi (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Manish Reddy (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Monish Reddy (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Akhin Sathar (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Divesh Sharma (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Ashok Sharma (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Abhilash Shetty (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Rahul Shukla (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Manit Singh (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Gurjapneet Singh (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Basil Thampi (IND) – Rs. 30 Lakhs
• Paul Van Meekeren (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Nitin Verma (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Chris Wood (ENG) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Gourav Yadav (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Lalit Yadav (IND) – Rs. 30 Lakhs
• Prithvi Raj Yarra (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Mujtaba Yousuf (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs

IPL 2024 Auction Set 18:

• Shubham Agrawal (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Mustaq Beg (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• K.C Cariappa (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Ganesh Chaudhary (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Prince Choudhary (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Yuvraj Chudasama (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Jasmer Dhankhar (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Chintal Gandhi (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Allah Ghazanfar (AFG) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Raghav Goyal (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Shreyas Gurav (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Vishu Kashyap (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• S Midhun (IND) – Rs. 30 Lakhs
• Izharulhuq Naveed (AFG) – Rs. 30 Lakhs
• Bhuwan Rohilla (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Shivam Sharma (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Digvesh Singh (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Jhathavedh Subramanyan (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Jagadeesha Suchith (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• B. Surya (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs
• Pankaj Yadav (IND) – Rs. 20 Lakhs

M.S. Dhoni, the renowned Indian cricket player, expressed his intention to participate in the upcoming IPL season following his leadership of the Chennai Super Kings to a historic fifth title triumph against the Gujarat Titans. Many speculated that this could potentially be Dhoni’s final match.

In a rain-affected final that extended past 1:30 am local time on Tuesday, after a washout on Sunday, Chennai successfully chased down a revised target of 171 runs in 15 overs with five wickets remaining. Ravindra Jadeja played a crucial role by hitting a six and a four off the final two deliveries. The chase was initially led by New Zealand’s Devon Conway, who scored a rapid 47 off 25 balls, supported by contributions from Ajinkya Rahane (27) and Shivam Dube, who remained unbeaten on 32. Despite Mohit Sharma bowling four excellent balls in the final over, Jadeja’s match-winning shots triggered exuberant celebrations at the largest cricket stadium in the world.

In the aftermath of the victory, a reflective Dhoni contemplated retirement but ultimately decided to work hard for another IPL season. At the age of 41, he acknowledged the overwhelming love he received from fans and the emotional atmosphere during matches, particularly at CSK’s home ground. Dhoni expressed his gratitude to the supporters and revealed his intention to continue playing, recognizing that it would be a challenging endeavor physically.

Chennai’s fifth title win in the IPL brought them on par with the Mumbai Indians in terms of the most championships secured. Throughout the season, Dhoni continued to attract massive crowds, and in the final, over 80,000 fans cheered for the veteran cricketer. Dhoni’s personal performance in the final was disappointing as he was dismissed for a first-ball duck, leading to a stunned silence. However, he had the last laugh as the captain of the Chennai Super Kings, securing victory in his tenth appearance in an IPL final.

Ambati Rayudu, who had announced his retirement prior to the final, made a valuable contribution of 19 runs off eight balls in his last match. Rain interrupted the game when Chennai had just begun their innings, but after a delay of about 15 minutes, the groundstaff worked diligently for over two hours to prepare the field for play.

Gujarat, last year’s debut season champions and table-toppers in the current edition, were led by Sai Sudharsan’s spectacular knock of 96 off 47 balls, propelling them to a total of 214-4. Despite their efforts, Gujarat fell short in the final. Hardik Pandya, the team’s captain, praised his team’s resilience and team spirit, emphasizing their motto of sticking together through victories and defeats.

Shubman Gill, Gujarat’s in-form opener, was awarded the orange cap as the leading batsman of the tournament, having scored 890 runs. Mohammed Shami, Gujarat’s pace spearhead, earned the purple cap as the tournament’s top bowler, claiming 28 wickets, closely followed by Mohit Sharma and Afghanistan’s Rashid Khan, each with 27 wickets.

Gill, coming off a remarkable season with his third century, was given a lifeline when Deepak Chahar dropped a straightforward catch off the bowling of Tushar Deshpande. Gill capitalized on the opportunity by hitting three consecutive boundaries in the following over. However, his aggressive innings was halted by Dhoni’s lightning-quick stumping off Jadeja. Gill’s opening partner, Wriddhiman Saha, contributed 54 runs and shared a 64-run partnership with Sudharsan, who took charge after Saha’s dismissal.

Chennai Super Kings Clinch Fifth IPL Title, Matching Mumbai’s Record

In a thrilling showdown against the Gujarat Titans, Ravindra Jadeja’s powerful hitting in the final moments secured victory for the Chennai Super Kings, granting them their fifth Indian Premier League (IPL) championship—tying with the Mumbai Indians’ record.

With the match extended to a reserve day in Ahmedabad due to rain, Chennai successfully chased down their revised target of 171 runs in 15 overs, comfortably clinching the win with five wickets to spare. New Zealand’s Devon Conway led the charge with an impressive 47 off just 25 balls, supported by valuable contributions from Ajinkya Rahane (27) and Shivam Dube (unbeaten at 32). However, it was Jadeja’s heroics that ultimately stole the show.

Heading into the final over, Chennai needed 13 runs for victory. Mohit Sharma bowled four excellent deliveries, increasing the pressure. Nevertheless, Jadeja remained composed and unleashed a six and a four off the last two balls, sealing the triumph and igniting exuberant celebrations at the world’s largest cricket stadium.

This victory marked Chennai’s fifth IPL title, allowing them to equal Mumbai’s impressive record. Throughout the season, Chennai’s captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni continued to captivate large crowds in every match. In the final, over 80,000 fans rallied behind the veteran cricketer, who hinted that he would make a decision regarding his future later in the year.

Unfortunately, Dhoni’s personal performance in the final was short-lived, as he was dismissed for a first-ball duck, leaving the crowd stunned. However, in his tenth appearance in the IPL final as Chennai’s captain, he had the last laugh.

The match was briefly interrupted by rain when Chennai had just scored four runs without any loss after three balls. Following a 15-minute downpour, the ground staff worked tirelessly for over two hours to prepare the field for play, ensuring a thrilling conclusion.

Earlier in the match, Gujarat’s Sai Sudharsan played a scintillating innings, smashing 96 runs off 47 balls. Last year’s debut champions in the IPL, Gujarat had an exceptional season, topping the table. Shubman Gill, in top form after his third century of the season in the playoffs, contributed a quickfire 39 runs. However, he received a lucky break when Deepak Chahar dropped a straightforward catch off Tushar Deshpande’s delivery. Gill capitalized on the opportunity, hitting three consecutive boundaries in the next over, before eventually falling victim to Jadeja’s excellent glovework.

Wriddhiman Saha, Gujarat’s opening partner, also played a pivotal role, scoring 54 runs and forming a solid 64-run partnership with Sudharsan, who assumed responsibility after Saha’s departure.

CSK secures another championship title! In a rain-shortened match reduced to 15 overs, CSK’s opening duo of Ruturaj and Devon Conway provided a solid start once again. Conway displayed his aggression early on, taking on Shami and Hardik during the powerplay. The introduction of Noor Ahmad brought breakthroughs for the opposing team, as he dismissed both openers in the same over. The scoring rate seemed to slow down, but then Ajinkya Rahane took the stage and struck two magnificent sixes off Josh Little. He followed it up with two boundaries against Rashid, while his partner Dube struggled with his timing. However, Dube found his rhythm in the final over by Rashid Khan, hitting two crucial sixes and bringing CSK back into the contest. Rayudu emerged as the next hero for CSK, successfully reading Mohit Sharma’s slower deliveries and dispatching them over the boundary ropes. After Rayudu’s dismissal, Dhoni departed on the first ball he faced. In the ultimate over, Mohit Sharma executed almost perfect yorkers. But it was Sir Jadeja who had the last laugh, sealing the victory for CSK with a six and a four, forever etching his name in CSK folklore.

IPL 2023: Chennai Super Kings vs Gujarat Titans Final – A Look at the Highlights and Disappointments

The 16th edition of the Indian Premier League is reaching its conclusion as Chennai Super Kings aim to secure their record-equalling fifth title against defending champions Gujarat Titans.

Originally scheduled for Sunday, the final was postponed to the reserve day due to heavy rain and thunderstorms in Ahmedabad.

Let’s take a closer look at the standout moments and disappointments from the 2023 season in the world’s most lucrative cricket tournament.

Gill Shines Bright

Shubman Gill, previously criticized for his slow approach in T20 cricket, has transformed himself across formats. In this IPL, he emerged as the top scorer with 851 runs and counting, as he is set to play in the final. Gill’s three centuries, including a match-winning 129 off 60 balls against Mumbai, have garnered praise from former Indian captain Kapil Dev. However, Dev suggests giving Gill another season before making grand comparisons to legends like Sunil Gavaskar, Sachin Tendulkar, and Virat Kohli.

Baby Malinga’s Impact

Sri Lanka’s Matheesha Pathirana excelled during the tournament, taking 17 wickets for Chennai Super Kings. With a slinging action reminiscent of his hero Lasith Malinga, he showcased a knack for bowling yorkers. Pathirana, dubbed “Baby Malinga,” made his mark as a key player in Chennai’s death bowling. Captain M.S. Dhoni hailed the 20-year-old as “special.”

Rinku Singh, the Chase-master

Kolkata Knight Riders batsman Rinku Singh became an overnight sensation with his match-winning display, hitting five sixes off the final five balls in an incredible chase against Gujarat. His unbeaten 21-ball 48 was no fluke, as he registered four half-centuries and mastered the art of finishing games. Despite his impressive performances, Kolkata failed to qualify for the playoffs.

Curran’s Underwhelming Season

England’s World Cup-winning all-rounder Sam Curran failed to live up to expectations after Punjab Kings splurged $2.23 million on him, making him the most expensive buy in IPL history. With 276 runs and 10 wickets, Curran’s performances were lackluster, contributing to Punjab’s disappointing eighth-place finish. Former Indian opener Virender Sehwag criticized the investment, questioning Curran’s impact on the team.

Unimpressive Shaw

Delhi Capitals opener Prithvi Shaw, once compared to Sachin Tendulkar, endured a forgettable season with only 106 runs in eight matches. Struggling against quality seam bowling, Shaw lost his place in the XI midway through the tournament. Coach Ricky Ponting acknowledged the 23-year-old’s failure to live up to expectations, mirroring Delhi’s disappointing campaign, which saw them finish ninth in the table.

Brook’s Mixed Performance

England’s Harry Brook, despite scoring the first century of the season, failed to make a significant impact. Signed by Sunrisers Hyderabad for $1.6 million, Brook managed only 90 runs in 10 matches, excluding his unbeaten century against Kolkata. Hyderabad dropped the 24-year-old for three matches, but their overall performance left them with the wooden spoon in the 10-team table. Brook’s post-century comments on social media were met with backlash from Indian trolls.

The final match of the TATA IPL 2023 is set to take place on Sunday, featuring a clash between the Chennai Super Kings and the Gujarat Titans. Both teams have showcased remarkable performances throughout the tournament to earn their spot on this prestigious stage.
During the league stage, the Chennai Super Kings secured 8 victories out of their 14 games, finishing in the second position on the points table. Their path to the finals included a triumph over the defending champions in Qualifier 1.

In contrast, the Gujarat Titans had a stellar league stage, winning 10 out of their 14 matches and securing the top position on the points table. They booked their place in the finals by defeating the Mumbai Indians in Qualifier 2.

With a total of 4 previous encounters between these teams, the Gujarat Titans have emerged victorious in 3 matches, while the Chennai Super Kings have claimed a single win. The grand finale of the TATA IPL 2023 is eagerly anticipated as another enthralling contest between these two sides.

IPL 2023 Final Match: CSK vs GT Match Details

• Match: Chennai Super Kings vs Gujarat Titans, IPL 2023, Final
• Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
• Date: 28 May 2023
• Time – 7:30 PM IST

IPL 2023 Final Match: CSK vs GT Toss Report

If the Chennai Super Kings win the toss, they are likely to choose to bat first. CSK has a strong track record of setting competitive totals and successfully defending them with their formidable bowling attack. On the other hand, if the Gujarat Titans win the toss, they are expected to opt to bowl. GT has shown proficiency in chasing targets, making them more comfortable in pursuing totals rather than setting them.

IPL 2023 Final Match: CSK vs GT Weather Report

According to AccuWeather, there is a forecast for a few thunderstorms in the evening. The cloud cover is estimated to be around 49 percent, significantly raising the possibility of rain causing interruptions during the match. The chances of precipitation are currently at 68 percent.

IPL 2023 Final Match: CSK vs GT Pitch Report

The pitch appears to be ideal for batting, as evidenced by the high-scoring encounter in Qualifier 2 between the Gujarat Titans and the Mumbai Indians, where almost 400 runs were scored. The Gujarat Titans posted an impressive total of 233-3, and the Mumbai Indians were in contention until the 15th over when Suryakumar Yadav was dismissed by Mohit Sharma. However, it’s worth noting that there is expected to be a dense cloud cover, which might offer some early movement for the pacers.

IPL 2023 Final Match: CSK vs GT Winning Possibility

Based on the team composition and factors at play, the Chennai Super Kings are anticipated to emerge victorious in this match.

In the final of IPL 2023, the Chennai Super Kings will face off against the Gujarat Titans. These two teams previously clashed in Qualifier 1, where the MS Dhoni-led CSK emerged victorious, securing their spot in the ultimate showdown. However, the Gujarat Titans displayed resilience by defeating the Mumbai Indians in Qualifier 2, setting the stage for an exciting grand finale. The match will be held at the renowned Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.

The Gujarat Titans enter the match as favorites, benefiting from their home conditions. Moreover, their bowling attack appears stronger than CSK’s, particularly in spinning conditions. Nevertheless, the presence of the experienced MS Dhoni somewhat neutralizes the home advantage. While Dhoni’s contributions with the bat may be limited, his astute cricketing intellect often outwits the opposition.
Dhoni’s CSK is vying for a record-equalling fifth IPL title, which would place them on par with the Mumbai Indians. Simultaneously, the Gujarat Titans aim to secure their second consecutive IPL championship. They have already become the third team ever to reach the IPL final in back-to-back seasons, following in the footsteps of CSK and MI. Led by Hardik Pandya, the Titans are brimming with motivation to take on CSK, as a victory would etch their name in history.

All eyes will be on Shubman Gill, who currently leads the race for the Orange Cap with 851 runs in 16 matches. Gill displayed his prowess by smashing his third century of the season during Qualifier 2 against MI, and he has the potential to surpass Virat Kohli’s record in the final.

IPL 2023 Final Match: CSK vs GT Probable Playing XIs:

Chennai Super Kings: MS Dhoni(C), Ruturaj Gaikwad, Devon Conway, Ajinkya Rahane, Shivam Dube, Moeen Ali, Ravindra Jadeja, Deepak Chahar, Tushar Deshpande, Maheesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana

Gujarat Titans: Hardik Pandya(C), Shubman Gill, Wriddhiman Saha, Vijay Shankar, David Miller, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, Dasun Shanaka, Mohammed Shami, Noor Ahmad, Mohit Sharma

IPL 2023 Final Match: CSK vs GT Head-to-head record

The Gujarat Titans are making impressive strides against the Super Kings, but in their recent encounter during Qualifier 2, it was the CSK who came out as the winners.

IPL 2023 Final Match: CSK vs GT Dream11 Fantasy Tips

Captain: Shubman Gill
Vice-Captain: Devon Conway
Wriddhiman Saha, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Moeen Ali, Ravindra Jadeja, Hardik Pandya, Rashid Khan, Mohammed Shami, Matheesha Pathirana, Mohit Sharma