Milestones that CSK Players can reach in IPL 2021

 Milestones that CSK Players can reach in IPL 2021

The Chennai Super Kings (CSK) being one of the most successful teams in the history of Indian Premier League (IPL) with three title victories are aiming to claim the title fourth time.

The franchise has undergone a few changes ahead of the new season. Vice-captain Suresh Raina is back with the team. They have also roped in English all-rounder Moeen Ali and former Rajasthan Royals opener Robin Uthappa.

They began with a 7 wicket loss Vs Delhi Capitals and since they have won three games in a row - a 6 wicket win against Punjab, a 45 run win Vs Rajasthan Royals and then 18 run a 18 run win Vs Kolkata Knight Riders. Like every other year, the team remains a favorite to win the title this season as well.

On that note, let's take a look at three milestones that CSK players could reach this season.

MS Dhoni is 333 runs short of joining the 5,000-run club in the IPL

MS Dhoni

MS Dhoni is the most popular captains in IPL history and recently featured in his 200th game as CSK skipper. In addition to his leadership, Dhoni's ability to finish games has been key to the franchise's success over the years.

M.S Dhoni has an impressive record of 217 sixes in IPL even when batting down the order.

And even though his form has dipped in the last couple of years, he still has the ability to be a match-winner for CSK.

He is 333 runs away from achieving a very special milestone, the 5000-run mark in IPL! His current IPL score in 208 games is 4667 runs.

Suresh Raina is three games away from playing 200 matches in IPL

Suresh Raina

Since its introduction, the IPL has seen some modern-day greats dominate the tournament. The likes of Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Chris Gayle and AB De Villiers have had massive successes in the tournament.

There is another man who has gone under the radar but has been just as destructive. That man is CSK's very own Suresh Raina.

Despite missing the IPL in 2020 due to personal reasons, Raina is the second-highest scorer in the competition with 5448 runs. The void left by "Chinna Thala's" absence last year was evident as CSK usually build their innings around him.

Raina proved in the starting games of IPL 2021 why he is one of the most important and valued player of CSK. He is just three games away from joining an exclusive group of players who have played 200 or more games in this prestigious tournament!

He is just three games away from joining an exclusive group of players who have played 200 or more games in this prestigious tournament!

Ambati Rayudu is 291 short of 4,000 runs in IPL

Ambati Rayudu

Ambati Rayudu has proven to be one of the most important players for CSK's batting line-up.

He has been a valuable asset for the Chennai team.

He needs another 293 runs to surpass the 4,000-run mark in the IPL! It is a telling achievement for a batsman who was never given enough chances to prove his mettle in the national team.