3 players who can pair with Ruturaj Gaikwad to open for CSK in IPL 2025

The five-time IPL champions Chennai Super Kings seem to be gearing up for the forthcoming edition. The side won the title in 2023, but they failed to replicate the success in last year’s edition, even failing to make it to the knockout stage after their six-wicket loss against RCB in the last game of the league stage.

Meanwhile, the side will be looking for the best opening pair, which will be crucial in setting the tone of their batting unit. Skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad has been a consistent performer at the top order of the game. However, here are the three options that CSK can try to pair with Gaikwad.

1. Devon Conway

Conway has always been a crucial member of CSK over the years. Conway and Gaikwad stitched a solid partnership in IPL 2023 and played a crucial role in guiding their side to win. The duo even had a great solid first wicket stand in the IPL 2023 Final against Gujarat Titans, which helped them win the title, with Conway earning the Player of the Match award for being the highest run scorer of the final showdown. The star player can again step up with Gaikwad to open the innings for CSK.

2. Rachin Ravindra

New Zealand star batter Rachin Ravindra is another option who can open the innings. The left-handed batter had opened the innings for his national side on a plethora of occasions, including the recently concluded Champions Trophy 2025. Ravindra can be one of the openers for the five-time IPL champion. In addition, Ravindra had great success on the Indian home soil conditions, so the franchise may look for him to open the innings.

3. Rahul Tripathi

Rahul Tripathi is one of the most talented batters from the CSK side. The star player has been well known for his aggressive batting style in the game. CSK might look to him, as he and Gaikwad can give a formidable start to the game. Tripathi’s aggressive batting style in the cash-rich leagues makes him favored for the opening spot alongside Ruturaj Gaikwad.

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