Chennai Super Kings have suffered a major blow just before the upcoming IPL season. The left-handed opener from New Zealand, Devon Conway, has been ruled out for the next eight weeks as he undergoes surgery due to a thumb injury. Well, this has created a big void and the franchise needs to fill it as it is a very crucial position. Let us take a look at 3 Indian players that CSK can try in place of Devon Conway during IPL 2024.
1. Ajinkya Rahane
One of the Indian names that can replace Devon Conway is the experienced Ajinkya Rahane. He has not been among runs for a long time now but turning non-performing assets into golden geese is an art that Chennai Super Kings have mastered. In the past, the franchise has shown faith in the players who were not performing at their best but ultimately that trust paid off.
2. Sameer Rizvi
The talented young right-hander from Uttar Pradesh, Sameer Rizvi, shocked everyone when he was bought by Chennai Super Kings for an astronomical sum of 8.4 crore in the latest IPL auction. Rizvi predominantly plays in the middle order but he has also played in the top order previously in domestic cricket. He can be a reliable option for Chennai to replace Devon Conway with. The youngster has been performing exceptionally in the last few months and is coming on the back of a strong run-scoring form. He can be a game-changer for Chennai in the upcoming IPL season.
3. Shaik Rasheed
Shaik Rasheed caught everyone’s attention in the 2022 Under-19 World Cup with his top-notch batting performances. He is not a big hitter of the ball but knows how to caress the ball to the boundary. CSK have made the most of this kind of player in the past, for instance, Robin Uthappa. Rasheed can also turn out to be a long-term option for the 5-time champions if given an opportunity. Looking at the track record of MS Dhoni it will not be a big surprise if we see Shaik Rasheed opening the innings for Chennai in the first match of the upcoming season.
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