Big boost for Super Kings ahead of Royals clash

CSK tried out KM Asif and Shardul Thakur in place of Chahar but none of them could really gab the opportunity.

Chahar entered the IPL auction at a base price of INR 20 lakh and was roped in by CSK for INR 80 Lakh

Dhoni would hope that Chahar’s return bolsters their bowling line-up, which has been failing to create an impact with the new ball.

Chahar was ruled out for two weeks after suffering a hamstring strain during CSK-MI match on April 28.

Before their all-important clash against the Rajasthan Royals on Friday, Chahar was seen practicing at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur.

The 25-year-old medium pacer, who plays his domestic cricket for Rajasthan is almost certain to make a comeback into the playing XI.

He had been impressive with the new ball for Super Kings, picking up six wickets in seven matches.

They have also been pegged back by injuries to key players and were forced to release English paceman Mark Wood so that he can prepare for England’s upcoming Test series against Pakistan.

The Yellow brigade lost their last matches comprehensively to Kolkata Knight Riders to remain at 14 points after 10 matches.

In this gloomy scenario, the yellow army has found a silver lining.

Their young fast bowler, Deepak Chahar has joined the squad after regaining his fitness.

After being the frontrunners to secure first qualification to the play-offs, CSK now have a tough challenge to remain in the top two of league table.

The Chennai Super Kings juggernaut has suddenly hit a roadblock in the eleventh edition of IPL.