3 reasons why Sam Curran is better pick for Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in IPL 2025

The Chennai Super Kings had a decent outing in the Indian Premier League mega auction. The five-time champions had to let go of some of their star players from the last season, but they managed to fill in most of the gaps in their lineup. Now they will look to get their strategies straight before the start of the next season. 

One of the players that Chennai Super Kings purchased was English all-rounder Sam Curran. He has previously played for them and knows how the team functions. Here we look at some of the reasons why Sam Curran is a great pick for CSK. 

3. Potential leadership option

Chennai Super Kings have groomed Ruturaj Gaikwad as their next leader after MS Dhoni stepped down from the position last year. Now, with Curran back in the side, he could potentially serve as Gaikwad’s deputy. Curran was also the vice-captain for his previous side, the Punjab Kings, and handled the responsibility well. 

2. Bowling abilities 

The all-rounder is a great bowler and has the ability to take wickets at any stage of the game. He is likely to be handed the new ball along with Matheesha Pathirana in the upcoming season. Curran has 58 wickets in 59 matches that he has played in the tournament. 

1. Floating batter 

One of the abilities that sets Sam Curran apart from other all-rounders is that he can bat in any position. The CSK team management can ask him to bat in the middle order or as a finisher, and he would do justice to that position. It remains to be seen what is in store for the English star.

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