Chennai Super Kings are out of the playoffs race for this season, and it is high time that they start focusing on their players for the next season, said former India captain Anil Kumble. Speaking after CSK’s loss at home against SRH, Kumble said that CSK only have 5 matches left in the tournament and they reqquired to start planning for their future as well.

Speaking on JioStar after the match, Kumble said, “Rachin Ravindra is a fantastic young talent, but in this format, he seems rushed—perhaps number three would’ve suited him better. The middle order lacked power outside of Shivam Dube. With Brevis and Mhatre now getting games, that’s a positive,” Kumble said.

“But they need to start thinking beyond Pathirana. Nathan Ellis is an experienced death bowler who has delivered before, yet hasn’t found a place after the first match. With five games left, it’s the perfect time to give youngsters a decent run and start building for the future,” he further added.

However, CSK are placed at the bottom of the points table, and they have already used 20 out of their 27 players. CSK are yet to give a chance to Vansh Bedi, who is one of the most promising talents in the domestic T20 now. CSK have only 5 matches left in IPL 2025 before their tournament ends. They will play Punjab Kings, Royal Challengers Bangalore, Kolkata Knight Riders, Rajasthan Royals, and Gujarat Titans in this season as well.