<p>The Chennai Super Kings did not have an ideal season in TATA IPL 2022. The team struggled to keep the momentum going. They ended second last on the points table just ahead of the Mumbai Indians. They bagged a total of 8 points in the tournament. However, some things did work in their favor. The <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/ipl-2022-chennai-super-kings-csk-squad-2022-playing-11-schedule/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Chennai Super Kings</a> have always relied on multi-dimensional players to get the job done. They have had players like Albie Morkel, Suresh Raina, <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/tata-ipl-2022-deepak-chahar-ruled-out-of-tata-ipl-2022/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Deepak Chahar</a>, Shardul Thakur, and Dwayne Bravo. All these players did more than one job on the field and were the face of CSK. So, who are the top all-rounders that CSK can target in TATA IPL 2023:&nbsp;</p>



<h2>1) Sam Curran can play for CSK in TATA IPL 2023:&nbsp;</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://admin.icccricketschedule.com/uploads/2022/06/Sam-Curran-min-1-1024x537.jpg" alt="Sam Curran TATA IPL 2023" class="wp-image-90314" /><figcaption>IMG SRC: SwagSports</figcaption></figure>



<p>Sam Curran has previously played for the franchise. He is a great package. <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/sam-curran-ruled-out-of-the-ipl-2021-and-t20-world-cup-2021/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Sam Curran </a>provides left-arm pace in the powerplay and the middle-overs. If required Sam can bat up the order as an anchor or a pinch hitter. He can also bat at number 7 as a finisher. All in all, Sam provides his best abilities for the franchise. He had opted out of the TATA IPL 2022 because the ECB had asked him to stay back for a fitness camp. His presence is expected in TATA IPL 2023. With his presence, CSK can try to create balance in the lower-middle order. Here is a look at his IPL stats:&nbsp;</p>



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Statistic&nbsp;</td><td>Value&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>Matches&nbsp;</td><td>32&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>Runs &nbsp;</td><td>337&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>Wickets&nbsp;</td><td>32&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>Batting Average&nbsp;</td><td>22.67&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>Bowling Average&nbsp;</td><td>31.09&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>Batting Strike Rate&nbsp;</td><td>155.4&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>Economy Rate&nbsp;</td><td>9.1&nbsp;</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



<h2>2) Shahbaz Ahmed can play for CSK in TATA IPL 2023:&nbsp;</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img src="https://admin.icccricketschedule.com/uploads/2022/06/Shahbaz-Ahmed-min-2.jpg" alt="Shahbaz Ahmed" class="wp-image-90313" /><figcaption>IMG SRC: Cricket Addictor</figcaption></figure>



<p>CSK will be very keen on picking <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/royal-challengers-bangalore5-players-to-be-released-before-ipl-2023/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Shahbaz Ahmed</a>. Shahbaz Ahmed is the left-arm spinner from West Bengal who has been associated with RCB for the past few years. The CSK management is in a rift with Ravindra Jadeja and there is a chance they might release Jadeja. Jadeja?s void is something that can never be filled as he is the top all-rounder in the world. But if that?s the case CSK must hope that RCB let Shahbaz Ahmed go. Shahbaz has been very impressive in the recently concluded tournament. He has the ability of Ravindra Jadeja to bowl quick overs. He fixes his spot on the pitch and keeps bowling consistently in those areas. His batting has been on the rise. He is a very highly rated batter by Virat Kohli. Here is a look at his IPL stats:&nbsp;</p>



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Statistic&nbsp;</td><td>Value&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>Matches&nbsp;</td><td>29&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>Runs &nbsp;</td><td>279&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>Wickets&nbsp;</td><td>13&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>Batting Average&nbsp;</td><td>21.2&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>Bowling Average&nbsp;</td><td>36.21&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>Batting Strike Rate&nbsp;</td><td>121&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>Economy Rate&nbsp;</td><td>8.5&nbsp;</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



<h2>3) Dwaine Pretorius will play for CSK:&nbsp;</h2>



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<p>Dwaine Pretorius, the South African all-rounder is already associated with the Chennai Super Kings. In IPL 2021 he was a net bowler/stand-by player for CSK. He then got picked in the main squad ahead of<a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/tata-ipl-2022-top-10-batters-of-the-tata-ipl-2022/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> TATA IPL 2022.</a> In TATA IPL 2023 it is expected that CSK will back and retain him. He has always been very effective whenever he has got an opportunity. CSK likes senior and experienced players and Dwaine certainly falls in that category. &nbsp;</p>



<p>Dwaine has been playing international cricket for South Africa for the past 4 years. He bowls the slower ones and yorkers. Dwayne Bravo is aging fast and MSD will be keen on looking for someone to fill Bravo?s void. Pretorius can be backed as he has the skill set required for the same. &nbsp;</p>



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Statistic&nbsp;</td><td>Value&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>Matches&nbsp;</td><td>6&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>Runs &nbsp;</td><td>47&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>Wickets&nbsp;</td><td>6&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>Batting Average&nbsp;</td><td>11&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>Bowling Average&nbsp;</td><td>35&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>Batting Strike Rate&nbsp;</td><td>161.2&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>Economy Rate&nbsp;</td><td>9.2&nbsp;</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



<p>To read more such articles go to<a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/icc-t20-world-cup-2022-indian-squad-schedule-date-time-and-venues/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> ICC T20 World Cup 2022: Indian Squad, Schedule, Date, Time, and Venues</a>.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Read more such articles at <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/tata-ipl-2022-winners-purple-cap-orange-cap-emerging-player/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">TATA IPL 2022: Winners, Purple Cap, Orange Cap, Emerging Player. &nbsp;</a></p>



<p>To read more such articles go to <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/tata-ipl-2022-top-5-bowling-performances-in-ipl-2022/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">TATA IPL 2022: Top 5 Bowling Performances in IPL 2022.&nbsp;</a></p>



<p>To know more go to the official website of the <a href="https://www.chennaisuperkings.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Chennai Super Kings.</a></p>

TATA IPL 2023: Top 3 All-Rounders the Chennai Super Kings can Target.&nbsp;

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<p>Dwaine Pretorius, a key cog in the South African Cricket teams and the CSK franchise has announced his retirement from all forms of cricket with immediate effect. The announcement was made by the official Twitter handle of Cricket South Africa. The all-rounder represented the Proteas in 30 T20 Internationals, 27 ODIs, and 3 Test Matches. Dwaine Pretorius was an asset to the team, whenever he was on the ground. He is a utility player and has a good skill set to offer in all the 3 aspects of the game. &nbsp;</p>



<h2>Dwaine Pretorius Announces Retirement from International Cricket:</h2>



<p>In the official statement released by the CSA Dwaine Pretorius said, ?A few days ago, I made one of the toughest decisions of my cricketing career. I have decided to retire from all forms of international cricket. Growing up, my only goal in life was to play for the Proteas. I didn?t know how it would happen, but God gave me talent and a serious will to succeed. The rest was in his hands. I am shifting my focus to T20 and other shorter formats for the rest of my career.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Being a free agent will help me achieve the goal of being the best short format player I can be. By doing this, I will be able to have a better balance in my career and family life. I would like to thank everyone who played a big role in my career. These are all the coaches, trainers and physios who supported me:&nbsp;</p>



<p>Enoch Nkwe (Coach Colts ? Lions), Riaan Nieuwoudt (school coach), Monty Jacobs (North West), Gordon Parsons (Lions Bowling Coach), Dave Nosworthy (Lions Coach), Russell Domingo (Proteas), Justin Sammons (Batting Coach), Ottis Gibson (Proteas), Graig Govender (Physio Proteas and Lions), Geoffrey Toyana (Lions Coach), Jeff lanskey (Lions Fitness) and Mark Boucher (Proteas Coach).&nbsp;</p>



<p>All the players I have played with and against over the years you have had an impact on my career. It?s so difficult to highlight only one or two because there are so many players that had an impact, but I can mention a few I was fortunate to spend a lot of time with:&nbsp;</p>



<p>Hardus Viljoen, Chris Morris, Nicky van den Bergh, Rassie Van Der Dussen, Steven Cook, Tabraiz Shamsi,&nbsp;Anrich Nortje, Neil Mackenzie and a special mention has to go to Andrea Agathagelou, we spent hours and hours training together in an effort to reach our goal in playing for the Proteas. Without a doubt I would not be where I am today without all your help and support.&nbsp;</p>



<p>A special mention goes to Faf Du Plessis, who brought me back after being let go from the international side the first time and who backed me and helped me become a better player; thank you.&nbsp;</p>



<p>To my Mom, Dad and Brother. During my early cricket playing days you made so many sacrifices to help me reach my dream. Driving all over North West and South Africa supporting me, spending December holidays next to the cricket field and so much more. Without your support I would have never gotten to where I am.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Lastly my Wife and son. You have supported me all the way, never letting me feel bad about being away for weeks and months at a time. No matter how hard it was, you always kept encouraging and supporting me.&nbsp;</p>



<p>I leave the Proteas team knowing that every time I stepped on to the field, I gave everything I had in me. From playing with broken toes, fingers and torn muscles, to carrying drinks, team meetings and helping other players wherever I could. It has been a blast.&nbsp;</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img src="https://admin.icccricketschedule.com/uploads/2023/01/Dwaine-Pretorius-2.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-100970"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">IMG SRC: CSA</figcaption></figure>



<p>Thank you to all the fans for your support and love -you made it extra special.?&nbsp;</p>



<h2>Stats and Career Highlights:&nbsp;</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Stats&nbsp;</td><td>Value&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>Matches (T20I)&nbsp;</td><td>30&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>Runs&nbsp;</td><td>261&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>Average&nbsp;</td><td>21.75&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>Strike Rate&nbsp;</td><td>164.21&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>Highest&nbsp;</td><td>77&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>Wickets&nbsp;</td><td>35&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>Economy&nbsp;</td><td>8.3&nbsp;</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Stats&nbsp;</td><td>Value&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>Matches (ODI)&nbsp;</td><td>27&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>Runs&nbsp;</td><td>192&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>Average&nbsp;</td><td>16&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>Wickets&nbsp;</td><td>35&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>Economy&nbsp;</td><td>4.97&nbsp;</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



<p>Apart from this, it must be noted that Dwaine played for South Africa at 2 World Cups. Both of them being the T20 format. </p>



<h2>Dwaine Pretorius Focus Shifted to T20 Cricket:</h2>



<p>It must be noted that Dwaine Pretorius has shifted his focus to playing T20 cricket as a free agent. The early retirement concept to play freelance cricket has become more relevant in the past few years and Dwaine Pretorius is a portrayal of the same. We have seen many players take up a similar stand. Isuru Udana of Sri Lanka had announced his retirement very early, and Kieron Pollard too. AB De Villiers for that matter can also be said to be a case of early retirement. Dwaine Pretorius has a lot of cricket left in him. Dwaine Pretorius will now feature in the SA20 League.</p>



<p>To know more go to<a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/jasprit-bumrah-big-fitness-update-rohit-sharma-pre-match-press-conference-india-vs-sri-lanka-1st-odi/" target="_blank" data-type="URL" data-id="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/jasprit-bumrah-big-fitness-update-rohit-sharma-pre-match-press-conference-india-vs-sri-lanka-1st-odi/" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Jasprit Bumrah Big Fitness Update: Rohit Sharma Pre-Match Press Conference India VS Sri Lanka 1st ODI.</a></p>



<p>To know more go to <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/ind-vs-sl-1st-odi-best-preview-dream-11-predictions-playing-xi-squads-venues-and-timings-all-you-need-to-know/" target="_blank" data-type="URL" data-id="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/ind-vs-sl-1st-odi-best-preview-dream-11-predictions-playing-xi-squads-venues-and-timings-all-you-need-to-know/" rel="noreferrer noopener">IND VS SL: 1st ODI Best Preview, Dream 11 Predictions, Playing XI, Squads, Venues, and Timings. All You Need to Know.</a></p>



<p>To know more go to the<a href="https://cricket.co.za/" target="_blank" data-type="URL" data-id="https://cricket.co.za/" rel="noreferrer noopener"> official website of the CSA.</a>&nbsp;</p>

Dwaine Pretorius: CSK and SA All-Rounder Announces Retirement from All International Cricket in 2023. Best Updates.

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<p>The <a href="https://www.iplt20.com/auction" data-type="URL" data-id="https://www.iplt20.com/auction">Indian Premier League</a> (IPL) 2023 kickstarted with a blockbuster clash between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Gujarat Titans (GT) at the Narendra Modi International Stadium. It was a disappointing outing for the MS Dhoni-led side as they suffered a 5-wicket defeat to mark their first loss of the tournament. It?s fair to say that lacked with both bat and ball at some stage and they failed to capitalise on the momentum, which led to their downfall.?</p>



<p>Asked to bat first, it was a collective effort from their end as Ruturaj Gaikwad played a stellar knock of 90 runs and kept CSK in the game. But he didn?t get the desired support as few batters played good cameos but couldn?t support him well. The total which at one moment seemed would go past 200 runs was then settled at 178 runs. Their bowling then wasn?t up to the mark as they leaked runs at crucial stages and also failed to keep the momentum when they were on top of the game.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Two changes that Chennai Super Kings (CSK) might make for their second game against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)&nbsp;</strong></h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img src="http://www.icccricketschedule.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/IMG_7643.jpg" alt="Chennai Super Kings " class="wp-image-106216" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Ajinkya Rahane | Twitter </figcaption></figure>



<p>However, it?s still baby steps in the tournament and they have a lot of games to rectify their mistakes and make a strong comeback. Their focus will now shift to the home game against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on Monday (3rd April) and it?s fair to say that they will try some different combinations in the next match. As their next match is just a few days away, let?s take a look at two changes that Chennai Super Kings (CSK) might make for their second game:?</p>



<p><strong>1.Dwaine Pretorius in place of Devon Conway?</strong></p>



<p>Chennai Super Kings lacked a quality and experienced pacer in the first game against Gujarat Titans. Their inexperienced bowling lineup was the main reason behind their loss in the first game. Therefore to get the combination right they might need to sacrifice the place of Devon Conway and bring in South African all-rounder Dwaine Pretorius, who is also a specialist death bowler. Also with Chepauk wicket offering turn and bounce, it might trouble the Kiwi batter, who traditionally isn?t a good player of spin. The addition of a lanky all-rounder could boost the team?s lineup.?</p>



<p><strong>Read Also:<a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/ipl-2023-ranking-all-ipl-10-teams-based-on-their-potential-set-of-all-rounders/">?</a></strong><a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/ipl-2023-ranking-all-ipl-10-teams-based-on-their-potential-set-of-all-rounders/"><strong>IPL 2023: Ranking All IPL 10 Teams Based on Their Potential set of All</strong>?<strong>rounders</strong></a></p>



<p><strong>2. Ajinkya Rahane in place of Shivam Dube?</strong></p>



<p>Another change that Chennai Super Kings can make for the second game against Lucknow Super Giants is they can bring Ajinkya Rahane in place of Shivam Dube, who looked clueless in the first game against Gujarat Titans. Also, Rahane being a great player of spin can come in handy for CSK on the chepauk pitch. The right-hander could provide stability to the batting order and if CSK replaces Conway, he can also open the batting for the team. The experience of Rahane could also allow Ruturaj Gaikwad to play even more freely and capitalise on the field restrictions of the first six overs.?</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Probable Chennai Super Kings Playing 11 for the second game against Lucknow Super Giants&nbsp;</strong></h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="http://www.icccricketschedule.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Rituraj-Gaikwad-1024x683.jpg" alt="Rituraj Gaikwad | Pic Credit: Twitter,CSK" class="wp-image-106104" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Rituraj Gaikwad | Pic Credit: Twitter,CSK</figcaption></figure>



<p>Apart from these two changes, Chennai Super Kings is unlikely to make a change to their XI. Here?s the probable CSK playing XI for their second game against LSG:?</p>



<p><strong>Ajinkya Rahane?<br>Ruturaj Gaikwad?<br>Moeen Ali?<br>Ben Stokes?<br>Ambati Rayudu?<br>Ravindra Jadeja?<br>MS Dhoni (C) (wk)?<br>Dwaine Pretorius?<br>Mitchell Santner?<br>Deepak Chahar<br>Rajvardhan Hangargekar</strong></p>



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<p><strong>Here?s the Chennai Super Kings squad for the IPL 2023:</strong>?</p>



<p>MS Dhoni (C), Ajinkya Rahane, Ben Stokes, Shaik Rasheed, Nishant Sindhu, Kyle Jamieson, Ajay Mandal, Bhagath Varma, Ambati Rayudu, Deepak Chahar, Devon Conway, Dwaine Pretorius, Maheesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana, Mitchell Santner, Moeen Ali, Mukesh Choudhary, Prashant Solanki, Rajvardhan Hangargekar, Ravindra Jadeja, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Shivam Dube, Simarjeet Singh, Subhranshu Senapati, Tushar Deshpande?</p>



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