CSK vs SRH: Why is Ben Stokes Not Playing Today IPL Match? Check CSK Playing XI

The important news update coming from the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) camp is that their star all-rounder Ben Stokes is still not available for selection in their sixth game of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2023) season against the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) being played at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. Things have worked out really well for the Chennai Super Kings in this ongoing T20 competition so far as they have managed to register three impressive victories against Mumbai Indians, Lucknow Super Giants and Royal Challengers Bangalore without the presence of their key players.

CSK vs SRH: Why is Ben Stokes Not Playing Today IPL Match?

After winning the toss and opting to bowl first, the Chennai Super Kings captain MS Dhoni revealed that they are playing the same CSK playing 11 in this CSK vs SRH IPL 2023 match. This also means that England’s Test captain Ben Stokes is once again not completely fit and available for selection. He has been struggling with a knee injury for a while now and this is the reason, the English cricketer has been out of action in IPL 2023 since the match against Lucknow Super Giants. However, Stokes had not done really well both with the bat or ball so far in his few appearances for Chennai Super Kings, but he was seen involved in extensive batting in the nets which is a really good sign.

“We’ll bowl first. This pitch is 50-50 because it is slightly cloudy. There might be dew so always better to chase. All packed together on the points table, we need to do well and not look at the table at this moment. Combination wise, we have been fortunate because we haven’t had all players available. The headaches start later when everyone becomes available,” said Chennai Super Kings captain MS Dhoni during the toss.

CSK Playing XI

1. Devon Conway
2. Ruturaj Gaikwad
3. Ajinkya Rahane
4. Moeen Ali
5. Shivam Dube
6. Ravindra Jadeja
7. MS Dhoni (C & wk)
8. Matheesha Pathirana
9. Maheesh Theekshana
10. Tushar Deshpande
11. Akash Singh

Ben Stokes IPL 2023 Salary

In a bold and strategic move, Chennai Super Kings secured the talented all-rounder and England’s Test captain, Ben Stokes, for a whopping INR 16.25 Crore during the IPL 2023 auction. With Stokes’ exceptional all-round abilities, his addition brings crucial balance to the team. However, managing his availability poses a significant concern, given his commitments with the national team and other factors. The Chennai Super Kings will need to carefully manage Stokes’ workload, ensuring he can effectively contribute and maintain the team’s competitive edge.

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