IPL 2018: Predicting the starting XI of CSK

No.10: Lungisani Ngidi

At 21 years old, Ngidi is the youngest in this ageing CSK side

The CSK side are heavily depleted in the fast bowling unit, and South African International Ngidi will be a major force in their bowling attack. Ngidi gave impressive performances in the India-South Africa series, and caught the eye of the Chennai fan base.

Ngidi lacks experience but could still turn out to be a revelation this season. Chennai is known to make stars of unknown commodities, and Ngidi could very well be this season's emerging player. Ngidi will have tremendous pressure to lead the bowling attack of the Chennai side.

No.11: Shardul Thakur

Could Thakur become a permanent fixture in the Indian side in the future?

Shardul Thakur has toiled hard in the Mumbai maidans to finally make it to the biggest stage, and has already impressed for the Indian side. Along with Ngidi, Shardul Thakur will have to be at his very best if CSK are to succeed this season.

Thakur, similar to Ngidi, lacks IPL experience and will have a major opportunity to make a case for himself. A strong showing this season could mean a look in to the Indian side in the limited overs format.