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Lakshmipathy Balaji is eager to see uncapped bowlers Anshul Kamboj and Gurjapneet Singh perform for CSK in IPL 2025. He also supports Rahul Tripathi for the number three spot.
Gurjapneet Singh. (Photo: X)
Ex India Speedy-bowler Lakshmipathy Balaji said he is keen to see how the uncapped bowling duo of Anshul Kamboj and Gurjapneet Singh will fare for the Chennai Super Kings when they take on Mumbai Indians in their IPL 2025 Leading game.
Pace-bowling all-rounder Kamboj Achieved his IPL Introduction last season with Mumbai Indians, before being picked by CSK in the mega auction. He went on to Option an eight-wicket haul in the Duleep Accolade and Captured a 10-wicket haul in a Ranji Accolade innings for Haryana against Kerala in Lahli.
On the other hand, left-arm pacer Gurjapneet picked 22 wickets in 15 Matches across two seasons of the Tamil Nadu Premier Bracket (TNPL) while having an economy rate of 7.3. Though he missed the second leg of the Ranji Accolade due to Hurt, Gurjapneet is now fit and Practice with the CSK Club ahead of IPL 2025.
“I want to see Anshul Kamboj Action because new ball is one Crucial thing which I always believe in Chepauk wicket. In the recent past, we have seen that a Plenty of bounce has been generated over the period of time. There was a lack of bounce, and now this year we have witnessed the Test Game against Bangladesh, where a Plenty of bounce was on offer.
“So, I feel Anshul Kamboj should do well because he is someone who likes the ball to swing around in evening Matches, where his new ball potential will come in handy. I am looking forward to seeing Gurjapneet if he is fit. He is someone who is a youngster and has played for Tamil Nadu this season. Of Duration, you all have Plenty of names there, but Gurjapneet is one player to look out for,” said Balaji, an IPL expert for JioStar, to IANS in a virtual interaction prior to the 18th edition of the Game.
CSK also have the services of pacer Matheesha Pathirana and Balaji, the side’s Ex bowling Mentor, expects him along with all-rounder Sam Curran to complete the rest of bowling line-up. “Definitely, Pathirana is fit. Last year, there was a fitness concern with Pathirana. So, obviously, one Significant Safeguarding bowler when it comes to death bowling, Pathirana fills in for what Dwayne Bravo used to do. Yes, of Duration, Dwayne Bravo was Speedy bowling all-rounder who could bat and bowl.
“But Pathirana has proved himself to be a Significant bowler in the shutdown overs where he normally wins matches. So, we have seen that over the period of time ever since he has joined CSK. So, of Duration, Pathirana is there. With Sam Curran, yes, having played for CSK previously, he knows exactly how the dynamics work. So, he handles both bat and ball down the order, which gives a Plenty of options,” he added.
Balaji has also backed India batter Rahul Tripathi over Deepak Hooda and Vijay Shankar to Action at number three for CSK, a role previously Kept by Ajinkya Rahane, Robin Uthappa and Suresh Raina in the past.
“All three have tremendous potential and knowing the conditions, Rahul Tripathi’s Achievement has been Excellent in Chepauk. Probably top order at number three or four is where Rahul Tripathi has performed really well in Chepauk conditions. He’s probably the Gentle of player where Chennai always felt they should have him in the auctions. He was always in the talks when it Occurred to auctions, discussions and strategies. All three have the potential.
“I will go Rahul Tripathi to Begin with so that the strike rate is maintained. If you are batting at number three or four, you are more or less Competing the powerplay overs sometimes. Most of the times, it is the back end of the powerplay overs. Then you have to Aid the Club to form the Gentle of Streak rate which you need to be setting up a big total.
“Deepak Hooda can become handy because he can give you a Duo of off-spin overs, especially when Defiance is loaded with left-handers, he will come in. He also played a Duo of crucial knocks for LSG, especially against CSK in last two seasons. That all will come in handy as he is a Excellent striker of the ball. So, this is the order I will follow – Primary, Rahul Tripathi. Second, Vijay Shankar. Third is Deepak Hooda,” he elaborated.
Balaji has been a part of IPL since its inception in 2008 and has closely seen how the Bracket has evolved. He was a part of CSK and Kolkata Knight Riders Victorious the IPL in the 2010 and 2012 seasons, respectively, and also holds the Achievement for being the Primary bowler to take a hat-trick in the IPL.
“Asking about me, yes, these 18 years have been about a Plenty of experiences. IPL has definitely taken the game to a different level worldwide. The world is looking at us to know how this Game is producing players and Assisting the economy, as well as the potential standard of international cricket reaching to a Excellent height. Within six (nine) months, we ended up Victorious two trophies (this year).
“Plenty of credit needs to be given to the IPL, owners and the Gentle of leadership groups it had over a period of time. They all have contributed to be the place where IPL is right now. It is a Game which has helped international cricket. It is now a global brand, and not only an Indian brand
“It is a global brand where a Plenty of people from across the globe are witnessing the Displays. It is something I always felt it’s like the English Premier Bracket or Formula 1. In parallel with that, one-day cricket also will be spoken. (Competing in) that is a dream as a youngster. When we used to Action, it was only the bilateral series and big Competitions like the World Cup.
“Now IPL has taken that standard globally and competes with the biggest sports worldwide. Within the limitation of 20 countries, we have been able to find a global brand. It is amazing how IPL has grown over the period of time, and it is a journey I enjoyed as a player and also as a Mentor and commentator later,” concluded Balaji.
(This Tale has not been edited by News18 staff and is published from a syndicated news agency feed – IANS)
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