5 overseas players IPL teams can’t afford to let go ahead of Mega Auction
4. Rashid Khan
The Afghanistan international holds a truckload of experience as far as the shortest format of the game is concerned. Rashid Khan failed to bring the best out of himself in the IPL 2024 season and managed to pick up 10 wickets at an economy of 8.40, which is low considering a player of his caliber.
Despite his average performance the Ahmedabad-based franchise will look to retain him ahead of the IPL 2025 mega auction. Apart from his bowling credentials, he is a pretty good pinch hitter where is capable of clearing the boundaries with relative especially in the slog overs.
5. Matheesha Pathirana
Sri Lankan international Matheesha Pathirana was expected to go about his business for CSK in the IPL 2024 season. Unfortunately, injuries hampered his campaign, which restricted him to just six appearances. The five-time IPL champions missed his services in key clashes as they struggled to secure a playoff spot.
His bowling record remains impressive, with 34 wickets in 20 IPL matches and an economy rate of 7.88. He is one of the players, CSK can’t afford to let go. The Sri Lankan pacer is well and truly one of the most effective bowlers at the death.
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