Top 5 IPL teams that could go into bidding war to pick Rachin Ravindra in upcoming auctions

Rachin Ravindra set the recently concluded ODI World Cup 2023 on fire with his scintillating batting performance. He amassed 578 runs in the World Cup at an astonishing average of 64 with 3 centuries and 2 half-centuries. The 23-year-old Southpaw showed great temperament at the biggest stage of cricket against some biggest names in the cricketing world. 

More than the runs, the class and calmness that the young batter exuberated is exemplary and if he stays level-headed then the glory days are waiting for the young batter. 

In addition to his aggressive batting what pushes the case for the young Kiwi is that he has shown that he can bowl as well which makes him a hot prospect in the upcoming IPL auctions as we have seen in the past that the  IPL franchises have graciously opened their purses for multi-dimensional players and Rachin Ravindra is surely one of them. 

Top 5 teams that will go for Rachin Ravindra in IPL 2024 auctions

5. Rajasthan Royals

The Rajasthan Royals boast some of the world's finest bowlers and batsmen in their lineup. However, the same level of excellence cannot be attributed to their all-rounders. Despite retaining Riyan Parag and acquiring Jason Holder for the 2023 IPL, the performances of the all-rounders left fans disappointed.

To address this, the franchise might contemplate giving Rachin Ravindra an opportunity if he can maintain his exceptional form in the Indian cricket scenario. With his versatile skills, Ravindra has the potential to bring much-needed balance to RR's playing XI.

4. Chennai Super Kings

The current titleholders, Chennai Super Kings (CSK), are set to enhance their squad in the upcoming mini-auction to address the void left by Ben Stokes' departure and Ambati Rayudu's retirement.

Rachin Ravindra emerges as a fitting replacement, showcasing versatility as an all-around player proficient in batting and bowling. Given MS Dhoni’s liking for muli-dimensional players, there are high probability that CSK will for Rachin Ravindra in the auctions.

3. Punjab Kings

Punjab Kings (PBKS) experimented with Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Atharva Taide, and Matthew Short in the Number 3 position, but none of them delivered results in the top order. Looking ahead to the future auction, Ravindra, who showcased impressive batting skills during the 2023 World Cup, could be a valuable target for PBKS.

Punjab has ample money in their kitty to build a strong team for the upcoming season and they are looking for a renowned opener to complement Shikar Dhawan who is an IPL veteran. Rachin Ravindra could perfectly fill the bill here for Punjab Kings and they will go gung-ho for the young opener in the upcoming auctions.

2. Sunrisers Hyderabad

Sunrisers Hyderabad is another franchise that did not have a good last 2-3 IPL seasons and they have released many players before the auctions to find a good combination in the upcoming one.

They have a good dynamic left-handed opener in their team in the form of Abhishek Sharma. The young Punjab opener has had a brilliant Syed Mushtaq Ali tournament for Punjab and if Hyderabad manages to get him in their squad then this opening pair could light up the IPL 2024 with their explosive starts.

Also, Hyderabad is one such venue that will slow down faster as the tournament progresses so here Ravindra’s left arm spin could also become handy for the Sunrisers Hyderabad.

1. Gujarat Titans

Gujarat Titans suffered a major blow just before the auctions when their marquee player and India’s best all-rounder who took the team to their maiden IPL title in 2022 was traded to his old franchise Mumbai Indians. 

Thus, they would like to fill their teams with young multifaceted players who could serve their team for a longer period and Rachin Ravindra is one such player who could play that role for them. 

They have a young dashing opener in the form of Shubhman Gill and if they could manage to get the left-handed Rachin Ravindra in their side then this opening pair could be the one to drool for in IPL 2024.