Former Indian opener Gautam Gambhir has revealed the three players runners-up Chennai Super Kings should release before IPL auctions. Gambhir believes MS Dhoni-led side should let go of batsman Sam Billings, fast bowler Mohit Sharma and leg-spinner Karn Sharma.
In fact, there are reports according to Mumbai Mirror that CSK has already released England batsman Sam Billings. Billings had also taken to his social media handle to give his gratitude to the franchise for the support. The right-hander had played a solitary match for the three-times champions in IPL 2019.
CSK will aim to release the right players.
Meanwhile, the Twitter handle of Chennai Super Kings had given a hint that the club will be releasing five players today.
On the other hand, Gautam Gambhir believes Karn Sharma will not get a lot of opportunities with veteran Imran Tahir in the squad. CSK also has experienced Harbhajan Singh in the squad.
“With Imran Tahir already in their squad, Karn Sharma will hardly get to play,” said Gambhir.
Thus, it would be interesting to note which five players will the reigning champions release before the auction. MS Dhoni has all the experience in the world and he will know which players the team should let go.
On the other hand, CSK had gone for an experienced team in the auction of the IPL 2018. They were criticized for their approach but went on to win their third title in 2018.
“I always believe, in IPL it’s not about youngsters only, it’s about a particular season. That’s what CSK has done so well. They have been referred as an aged side they but concentrated on the present season,” said Gambhir.
an“I always believe, in IPL it’s not about youngsters only, it’s about a particular season. That’s what CSK has done so well. They have been referred as an aged side they but concentrated on the present season,” said Gambhir.
The IPL auctions will take place on December 19 in Kolkata. On the other hand, Gautam Gambhir is currently working for Star Sports in the first Test match between India and Bangladesh.