CSK Retained Players 2025: Jadeja, Dube & Rising Stars

Ravindra Jadeja is an all-rounder par excellence who can bat, bowl spin and field. Additionally, he provides depth in the middle order. Shivam Dube is another talented all-rounder who also bowls spin.

MS Dhoni and Ruturaj Gaikwad bring winning experience, while Matheesha Pathirana excels at match-winning. Young talent like Ayush Mhatre, Dewald Brevis, and Anshul Kamboj provide CSK with hope for the future.

Ravindra Jadeja

Ravindra Jadeja is a world-class all-rounder and one of India’s premier fielders, as well as being an integral member of CSK’s batting lineup and one of India’s best fielders. A prolific six-hitter who can bowl spin, Jadeja is an invaluable veteran player bringing years of experience into CSK’s camp.

Recently, Jadeja became the fourth highest six-hitter in Test history, surpassing MS Dhoni. Additionally, he is on track to becoming the leading six-hitter in ODI cricket as well.

He is a reliable left-arm spinner who can effectively regulate run rate while taking crucial wickets at crucial moments. Additionally, he can bat in either top or middle order positions. Overall he provides CSK with an invaluable backup option.

Shivam Dube

Dube is an inspiring example of hard work and perseverance. His journey from financial hardships to becoming a multi-millionaire is truly impressive, while his humble upbringing reminds us all not to give up dreaming big and working towards your goals.

David Warner has made headlines domestically for his excellent domestic performances and international ascension, earning a place on India’s limited-overs squads. Although Test selection may have been restricted due to IPL commitments and domestic fixtures, his consistent form has saved him.

An exciting young Indian batsman who can bat anywhere in the middle order and bowl medium pace bowling. An invaluable option for CSK as he provides depth to their attack while serving as backup wicket-keeper he will make an immediate impactful statement of intent with his powerful batting and impressive all-round skills.

Anshul Kamboj

Anshul Kamboj’s journey from Karnal, Haryana to represent India in Test cricket stands as testament to his hard work ethic and drive for success, both of which should be emulated by young Indian cricket players. Now serving as a role model for youths from small towns and farms dreaming of making cricket their profession of choice, Anshul serves as an inspiration.

The Yellow Army are confident they have assembled a balanced team, comprising both proven champions like Ravichandran Ashwin and MS Dhoni as well as emerging talent such as Rachin Ravindra, Ayush Mhatre, and Khaleel Ahmed bringing years of winning experience while providing fresh energy in form of Rachin Ravindra, Ayush Mhatre, and Khaleel Ahmed.

CSK have a solid core team and can build on it at the auction, using both batsmen who can score runs and bowlers who can take wickets to buy top players at auction.

Dewald Brevis

Dewald Brevis stood out during the 2025 IPL season as one of the most impressive young batters, providing CSK with much-needed talismanic support to revitalize their middle order. From South Africa, Brevis boasted fearless shot range and natural flair for white ball cricket – qualities which made him standout. Yet off the field he remains humble; recently speaking out about how MS Dhoni left an impressionful impression both with his cricket skills as well as through his integrity and character.

Named Baby AB for his remarkable Under-19 World Cup performances and then continuing his stellar play in franchise cricket leagues, Brevis first gained global recognition through an outstanding Under-19 World Cup campaign and then kept up his stellar performances with CSK for years to come. Unlike many young batters who attempt to manufacture flashy shots by remaining slightly open-chested and creating repeatable bat speed through compact backlifting techniques.

Khaleel Ahmed

Khaleel Ahmed, an exceptional left-arm fast bowler, possesses great potential to become an outstanding cricketer. With an unique slingy action making him hard to hit and unplayable yorkers under his armpit, this left-arm fast bowler could soon make the Indian national team.

Khaleel remains grounded and honors his roots from Tonk, Rajasthan. He hails from a close-knit family; initially skeptical of his desire to play cricket himself; today he serves as an inspiration to many young aspiring cricketers.

CSK have assembled a diverse squad with their 16 player roster. Experienced campaigners Ravindra Jadeja, Matheesha Pathirana and Rachin Ravindra join promising young talents Ayush Mhatre Dewald Brevis and Anshul Kamboj to give CSK the best chance at winning next season’s IPL tournament. This balanced approach to roster management gives CSK their best shot at victory.

Noor Ahmad

Noor Ahmad epitomizes a new generation of Afghan spinners. He represents their drive for growth and international recognition, and soon will likely make an impressionful debut in T20I and ODI cricket as well. Furthermore, Noor is an advocate for developing Afghan sports particularly in war-torn regions.

He possesses skills as both a right-handed batsman and medium pace bowler, making him an experienced all-rounder who can fill in for any role on a team. CSK would benefit immensely from having him contribute both his bat and bowl in their ranks.

CSK are an established franchise looking to establish themselves for IPL 2026 and will maintain 16 players who either performed well in previous seasons or showed great promise as potential talent, providing a solid foundation that allows them to add fresh talent during mini auction.