I don’t think CSK can carry forward most of their current squad: Ambati Rayudu

Former Indian cricketer and commentator Ambati Rayudu has opened up on the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) form in the ongoing IPL 2025 season. Notably, CSK suffered a five-wicket loss to the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Friday, April 25.

Rayudu feels CSK wouldn’t be carrying the most of the current squad as multiple players failed to create an impact in the ongoing season. He asserted that at best seven or eight players from the current set-up might be retained.

“The change in personnel was needed, and what we’re seeing now is more of a trial run for next season. I don’t think CSK can carry forward most of their current squad—at best, seven or eight players might be retained,” Rayudu said.

It’s important to note that MS Dhoni has also moved on from the ongoing season and would be aiming to rebuild the team for the next year. Rayudu has seconded Dhoni’s statement and would be hoping for a better team for IPL 2026.

“I know it’s the lowest of lows, but it’s also a great learning for CSK. If you rest on your laurels and don’t keep an eye on the future, this is what can happen. From here on, they’ll be very, very vigilant about evolving with the game. Even MS Dhoni has acknowledged that the game has moved on, and I’m sure he’s already thinking about building a team for next year,” Rayudu added.

After losing the toss, CSK was asked to bat first. They could post only 154 runs in 19.5 overs before getting bundled out. Harshal Patel was the star bowler, scalping a four-wicket haul. In response, SRH took only 18.4 overs to chase down the target with five wickets in hand.

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