“Think about getting Rachin Ravindra, Shardul Thakur and Daryl Mitchell, all for under 20 crores” – Simon Doull impressed by CSK after IPL Auction.

Simon Doull expressed satisfaction with the Chennai Super Kings’ performance in the IPL 2024 auction, highlighting their strategic acquisitions of Rachin Ravindra, Shardul Thakur, and Daryl Mitchell for a collective sum of less than ₹20 crore.

During the auction in Dubai on Tuesday, CSK invested ₹30.40 crore to secure the services of six players. Among their initial purchases, Ravindra (₹1.8 crore), Thakur (₹4 crore), and Mitchell (₹14 crore) stood out as key additions. Following these notable acquisitions, the team completed their squad by securing Sameer Rizvi, Mustafizur Rahman, and Avanish Rao Aravelly.

Analyzing the auction on Star Sports, Doull shared his perspective, asserting that the Chennai Super Kings would likely be content with the overall expenditure incurred to secure Ravindra, Thakur, and Mitchell.

Doull said “Think about getting Rachin Ravindra, Shardul Thakur and Daryl Mitchell, all for under 20 crores, the quality of all-round ability that those three possess. Don’t forget that Shardul is a genuine all-rounder. He can win you games with the bat and with the ball.”