NEW DELHI: Chennai Super Kings (CSK) all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja could be on his way out of the team. Jadeja, who has been with CSK since 2011, grew into one of the best all-rounders in the world during his time with the franchise.
However, his long association with the team might soon end, as CSK is reportedly planning a trade deal with Rajasthan Royals involving Sanju Samson.
Ahead of the retention deadline, former CSK star Suresh Raina sent out a strong message to the franchise, warning them not to let Jadeja go.
Speaking to JioStar, Raina shared the list of players he believes CSK should keep and release. He made his stance clear, saying that Jadeja must be retained at any cost.
"Noor Ahmad should be retained. He's a mystery spinner, so he must be kept. MS Dhoni should definitely be retained; he is playing this year, so he should remain with the team. Ruturaj Gaikwad should continue as captain. Ravindra Jadeja should be retained again. He is a gun player for CSK. He has done really, really well for the team over the years, so 'Sir Ravindra Jadeja' has to be there," Raina said.
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The former India player also mentioned a few players he feels CSK should release ahead of the mini-auction.
"Devon Conway should be released. CSK need a local opener, which they will look for in the mini-auction. Vijay Shankar has already received plenty of chances. So I think CSK should release him as well. Deepak Hooda should be released too. There are a lot of players available in the mini-auction who can provide the same combination for the team. These players got their chances last year, and we saw how they played. So, probably CSK will have to look for someone new."
Rajasthan Royals are set to trade their captain Sanju Samson to CSK in exchange for Jadeja and one more player, but a consensus has not yet been reached on the second name.
Earlier reports suggested that Sam Curran would be part of the deal, but it has now emerged that the inaugural season champions are interested in acquiring Sri Lankan fast bowler Matheesha Pathirana.
