In the past IPL auctions, there have been some picks that have brought immense success and glory to the Chennai Super Kings (CSK). In the past 16 editions of the Indian Premier, several CSK players have performed more than they are worth. These players have justified the price tag attached to them and have helped CSK become the best franchise in IPL history. So, here are the best picks by CSK in IPL auction history.
| Player | Auction Edition | Price |
|---|---|---|
| MS Dhoni | 2008 | INR 6 crore |
| Suresh Raina | 2008 | INR 2.6 crore |
| Ravindra Jadeja | 2012 | INR 9.2 crore |
| Faf du Plessis | 2011 | INR 55.2 lakh |
| Dwanye Bravo | 2011 | INR 92 lakh |
Best picks by CSK in IPL auction history
- MS Dhoni: The most successful skipper in IPL history was bought by the Super Kings in 2008 for INR 6 crore. That amount seemed huge at the time, but the wicketkeeper has paid the franchise back handsomely. Dhoni led them to 5 titles (joint most) and the most match wins (113) in IPL history.
- Suresh Raina: The highest run-getter for CSK was snatched for just INR 2.6 crore in 2008. The Southpaw went on to play 200 matches for the franchise, scoring 5529 runs and 40 fifty or plus scores. Raina was part of CSK’s 4 title runs (2010, 2011, 2018, and 2021).
- Faf du Plessis: A part of CSK for nine seasons, the former South African skipper was picked for just INR 55.20 lakh in 2011. Faf went on to become the 3rd highest run scorer, scoring nearly 3000 runs in 100 matches for the franchise. Faf was also part of three title runs with CSK (2011, 2018, and 2021).
- Ravindra Jadeja: One of the costliest picks (INR 9.2 crore) by CSK in IPL auction history. Jadeja went on to be part of four title runs for the franchise. His last ball four in the IPL 2023 Final helped CSK claim a record 5th title. The all-rounder is CSK’s 2nd-highest wicket-taker and 8th-highest run scorer, having played 172 matches for the franchise.
- Dwayne Bravo: The West Indian all-rounder was bought for INR 92 lakh in 2011 and went on to become their leading wicket-taker by the time he retired in 2022. Bravo lifted three IPL titles with CSK and is often considered the best death bowler in IPL history.
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