3 Teams Which Can Target Ben Stokes In IPL 2022 Auction

The England all-rounder Ben Stokes might be up for grabs if the mega auction takes place and he is expected to bag some hefty amount of money for his match-winning ability. Ben Stokes had to miss out this season after injuring his finger and he left the squad after just one game.

With the retention rule allowing just two overseas players, the Royals might go with Jos Buttler and Jofra Archer which puts Ben Stokes into the mega auction and it will be tough for them to get him back. Ben Stokes was one of the most expensive players in IPL history until the 2020 auction where the franchise broke their banks. Here are 3 teams that can target Ben Stokes in IPL 2022 Auction.

3 Teams Which Can Target Ben Stokes In IPL 2022 Auction

Delhi Capitals:

Delhi Capitals will need an all-rounder in the middle order as they are unlikely to retain Marcus Stoinis despite him doing really for the franchise in the IPL 2020. If they chose to retain Rabada and get Nortje through the RTM card, then they will need to bring in an overseas all-rounder in place of Stoinis who can be the sixth bowler as well.

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Ben Stokes has felt the heat at the Rajasthan Royals for not performing up to the expectations and the mega auction might just be a blessing in disguise for him as he can do wonders for the side in the middle order. He brings in a left-hander option and is very handy with the ball too. Delhi Capitals should target the 2019 World cup winner for England.

Kolkata Knight Riders:

Kolkata needs to change things a little bit to get the best out of the players and so far, they have been relying too much upon the middle order. They need an explosive overseas batsman in the top order who can guide the team home. They have tried out Eoin Morgan who isn’t working at four and they need to consider other options.

Stokes can be a great boost to any franchise with his three-dimensional abilities and he definitely reduces the workload on Andre Russell who is one of the fearsome strikers of the cricket ball. Stokes can be used anywhere in the batting order and he can give overs as well. Kolkata Knight Riders should target him if the mega auction takes place.

Chennai Super Kings:

Chennai Super Kings management has worked with Stokes in the past for the Rising Pune Supergiants and they do know how to bring the best out of his talent. Chennai Super Kings has generally favored all-rounders for their side and they were very particular in getting Stokes in the IPL 2018 Auction but lost the race for him.

However, he will be up for grabs again in the mega auction 2021 and this time they could get him in as they might have to retain only one of Sam Curran or Dwayne Bravo. Stokes is a match-winner with the bat and his hunger to get onto the act will certainly suit the Chennai Super Kings side.