Ben Stokes IPL 2023 Auction: How much did CSK spend on the all-rounder?
Published on: Feb 11, 2023 4:21 pm IST|Updated on: Feb 14, 2023 10:34 am IST
Ben Stokes, the English all-rounder when announced his availability for Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023, the news has created a buzz in the cricketing world as every team would want to add the star player to their roster. Here’s a look at Ben Stokes IPL 2023 Auction details and career so far.
Ben Stokes IPL 2023 Auction
Stokes, who has set his base price at INR 2 Crore, is one of the most sought after players in the world of T20 cricket. Stokes attracted interest from several IPL teams and was eventually signed by CSK for Rs. 16.25 crore at the IPL 2023 auction.
Stokes has been a part of the IPL since 2014 and has been playing for the Rising Pune Supergiants, Rising Pune Supergiants, and currently for the Rajasthan Royals. He has been a vital player for his teams, contributing both with the bat and the ball. Stokes has played a total of 43 IPL matches so far and has scored 920 runs, with a strike rate of 129.37. He has also taken 28 wickets in the tournament, with an economy rate of 8.61.
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The all-rounder’s T20 career is not limited to just the IPL. He has played 157 T20s overall and has amassed 3008 runs with a strike rate of 126.52. He has also taken 93 wickets, making him a complete T20 cricketer. His all-round abilities make him a valuable player for any T20 side and a sought after player in the IPL player auction.
Stokes’ presence in the IPL 2023 player auction is expected to attract huge bids from the teams. His all-round abilities and his ability to perform under pressure make him a valuable player for any team. He has been a match-winner for his teams in the past and has the potential to do so in the future as well.
In the past, Stokes has been a part of some of the most memorable moments in the IPL. He was a part of the Rising Pune Supergiants team that reached the final of the IPL in 2017. In the final, he put in a magnificent all-round performance, scoring an unbeaten 103 runs and taking two wickets. This performance helped his team reach the final, and although they lost the final, Stokes’ performance was a memorable one for the fans.
Another notable performance from Stokes came in the 2018 IPL where he was a part of the Rajasthan Royals team. In a match against the Kings XI Punjab, he scored an unbeaten 103 runs and took 2 wickets. This performance helped his team win the match and was a testament to his abilities as an all-rounder.
Batting & Fielding
Year | Mat | No | Runs | HS | Avg | BF | SR | 100 | 50 | 4s | 6s | CT | ST |
Career | 43 | 6 | 920 | 107* | 25.56 | 684 | 134.50 | 2 | 2 | 79 | 32 | 20 | 0 |
2021 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0* | 0.00 | 3 | 0.00 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
2020 | 8 | 1 | 285 | 107* | 40.71 | 200 | 142.50 | 1 | 1 | 36 | 7 | 6 | 0 |
2019 | 9 | 3 | 123 | 46 | 20.50 | 99 | 124.24 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 4 | 3 | 0 |
2018 | 13 | 1 | 196 | 45 | 16.33 | 161 | 121.73 | 0 | 0 | 13 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
2017 | 12 | 1 | 316 | 103* | 31.60 | 221 | 142.98 | 1 | 1 | 22 | 15 | 5 | 0 |
Bowling
Year | Mat | Balls | Runs | WKTS | BBM | Ave | Econ | SR | 4W | 5W |
Career | 43 | 683 | 974 | 28 | 3/15 | 34.79 | 8.56 | 24.39 | 0 | 0 |
2021 | 1 | 6 | 12 | 0 | 0/12 | – | 12.00 | – | 0 | 0 |
2020 | 8 | 90 | 154 | 2 | 2/32 | 77.00 | 10.26 | 45.00 | 0 | 0 |
2019 | 9 | 101 | 189 | 6 | 2/39 | 31.50 | 11.22 | 16.83 | 0 | 0 |
2018 | 13 | 222 | 303 | 8 | 3/15 | 37.87 | 8.18 | 27.75 | 0 | 0 |
2017 | 12 | 264 | 316 | 12 | 3/18 | 26.33 | 7.18 | 22.00 | 0 | 0 |
Ben Stokes in IPL 2023 is a huge boost for the tournament. His all-round abilities and his ability to perform under pressure make him a valuable player for any team. With his T20 credentials, Stokes is sure to be a valuable addition to any team and will provide entertainment to the fans with his performances on the field.