Piyush Chawla who turns a year older in five days was the surprise pick of the auction so far as the veteran went for a whopping 6.75 crores. Of course, this left the social media separated as it was huge money.
Talking about the pick, CSK manager said that it was “thalaivar’s” plan and he knows what he wants and what he has to do and how to use the bowlers right.
Fleming opened up about the same, said that they are happy to have an extra option for the spin bowlers because Chepauk has always been spin-friendly.
He also added that they wanted Sam Curran and Josh Hazlewood and is happy to have them. Fleming said that the team has the clarity of the players they have selected.
Follow the live auction here.