Joburg Super Kings, the sister franchise of Chennai Super Kings (CSK), is reportedly eyeing a significant move by considering the inclusion of CSK legend Ambati Rayudu in the SA20 for its second season. This potential move could make Rayudu the first Indian player to participate in the SA20 league.

Although earlier discussions revolved around the possibility of bringing in someone like MS Dhoni, who could have been a valuable asset, Rayudu’s association with CSK’s sister franchise, Joburg Super Kings, is now under consideration. CSK CEO Kasi Viswanathan has confirmed the ongoing discussions about signing Rayudu for the Joburg Super Kings, and these talks involve team captain Faf du Plessis and coach Stephen Fleming.

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Recently, Ambati Rayudu joined St Kitts & Nevis Patriots for the upcoming Caribbean Premier League (CPL) season. Having previously announced his retirement from the IPL in 2023 after securing another league title with CSK, he had plans to participate in the inaugural Major League Cricket (MLC) in the United States, representing Texas Super Kings, another sister franchise of CSK.

Alright Ambati Rayudu is Playing for Joburg Super Kings in SAT20

I’m not sure whether JSK need Him but it’s good to See him in Yellow #JSK #CSK #SA20 pic.twitter.com/SBQQWAbD0H

— Pandu Raj (@CSKianPanduRaj) August 11, 2023

However, Ambati Rayudu withdrew from the assignment due to personal and family reasons. Rayudu is poised to become the second Indian player to feature in the CPL, following Pravin Tambe’s participation in the 2020 edition for Trinbago Knight Riders when he was 48 years old.

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Rayudu’s inclusion in the St Kitts & Nevis Patriots team will see him replace South African batter Tristan Stubbs. Ambati Rayudu’s experience and achievements throughout his illustrious career have made him a valuable signing for the Patriots.

Mahesh Ramani, Chairman of the CPL franchise, expressed enthusiasm about Rayudu’s inclusion and its potential impact on the development of young players within the teamThe upcoming CPL edition is scheduled to begin on August 16 and continue until September 24, promising an exciting cricketing spectacle for fans.