CSK’s ‘unhappy’ leadership will accept tough decisions for IPL 2020 | Photo credit: IANS
Key points
- CSK is at the bottom of the 2020 IPL points table with 3 wins in 10 games
- CSK management is reportedly unhappy and disappointed with the team’s performance.
- A host and CSK players could face the ax ahead of the 2021 IPL season
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) might be the “most consistent” franchise in Indian Premier League (IPL) history, but it certainly appears to have “run out of juice” this season. After head coach Stephen Fleming himself admitted to the team’s failures at the 2020 IPL, a report has emerged stating that top bosses are “ extremely disappointed and unhappy with the results ” and are looking to make some “ decisions. difficult. ”
It has been a season of pure disappointment for CSK, which is at the bottom of the points table with just 3 wins in 10 games. While there is a mathematical possibility of qualifying for the playoffs, another loss will put the whole equation out of context. One of the team’s biggest problems has been their attacking prowess. While players like Shane Watson, Faf du Plessis, MS Dhoni, Ambati Rayudu remain on the team, they have failed to finish the games even when they have got off to good starts.
Questions have been raised about MS Dhoni’s captaincy, especially when it comes to the backing of players like Kedar Jadhav. According to a report in InsideSportJadhav is among a host of veteran CSK players who will likely be shown the door before next season, especially if auctions are taking place.
“Look, like Fleming said, a lot of cracks in the armor have been exposed this time. Some tough decisions are sure to be made. The only problem is that there is little time between now and the next edition, “said a source in the report.
Which players could CSK eliminate?
Over the course of the 2018 and 2019 season, the Super Kings proved they don’t care about the ‘Daddy’s Army’ tag with various players over the age of 30 or even 35 putting on match-winning performances. This season, however, has been quite different for them.
The team management is reportedly looking to get more young blood into the squad and make the transition by eliminating several experienced players. The likes of Shane Watson, Piyush Chawla, Kedar Jadhav, Imran Tahir could also open the door, while Suresh Raina and Harbhajan Singh are already out of their 3-year contracts.
What’s next for MS Dhoni?
The 39-year-old has already left his international career and his batting form this season has caused many to question his continuity in the T20 league. Although Dhoni has yet to indicate whether he wants to continue playing the IPL for a few more years, it is extremely difficult for fans to imagine the franchise without Dhoni.
That said, the 2021 IPL season could be the last for Dhoni at CSK if he continues to perform the same way. Since the lack of action in cricket over the last year is considered one of the reasons behind Dhoni’s struggles, it could persist with him for another season considering it will take place in about 6 months.
