IPL 2022 season is just weeks away and all the franchises are gearing up to start the practice sessions for the players. This season we have already witnessed IPL Mega Auctions 2022 where almost all the star players have gone under the hammer. There were a few shocking buys and drops this season. In This Article, We Have Provided Each IPL Teams Strengths And Weaknesses.
Let’s Look at the IPL Teams Strengths and Weakness of each and every IPL Team:
1. Chennai Super Kings Strengths and Weaknesses:
Strengths:
- One of the main strengths for the side is the presence of their skipper MS Dhoni.
- They were successful in regaining 8 players in the auctions.
Weakness:
- The main drawback for the side is lack of experience in the middle order – Suresh Raina was the key member for the setup but they have not picked him.
- Lack of Experience in Top-Order – CSK will definitely miss the services of Faf du Plessis at the top.
2. Delhi Capitals Strengths and Weaknesses:
Strengths:
- They have a new deadly opening batting pair in the form of – Prithvi Shaw and David Warner.
- Mitchell Marsh will add up the dynamic nature in the middle.
Weakness:
- They will miss the services of Rabada in this edition.
- DC might struggle in the middle order – because of some inexperienced players.
3. Gujarat Titans Strengths and Weaknesses:
Strengths:
- If Hardik can Bat and Bowl – He can prove to be a valuable asset.
- They have few x-factor players on their side.
Weakness:
- Batting depth is lacking for the current squad.
- They are a young bunch – this might backfire for them.
4. Kolkata Knight Riders Strengths and Weaknesses:
Strengths:
- The spin department is a big plus for the side.
- Alex Hales can prove to be a trump card for them.
Weakness:
- No proper first-choice wicket-keeper.
- They don’t have too many bowling options in the powerplay overs.
5. Lucknow Super Giants Strengths and Weaknesses:
Strengths:
- They have too many all-rounders in the squad and this will be a big boost for them.
- Excellent opening pair in the form of KL Rahul and Quinton de Kock.
Weakness:
- Lack of experience on the side.
- No major player to depend on in the spin bowling department.
6. Mumbai Indians Strengths and Weaknesses:
Strengths:
- They were successful in getting Ishan Kishan Back to their side – He is a crucial asset for the side.
- Deadly middle-order batsmen in the form of Pollard, Surya, and Tim David.
Weakness:
- They miss the services of Quinton de Kock, Rahul Chahar, and Trent Boult.
- The combination of Pandya brothers was crucial over the years – But this year they are not in the camp.
7. Punjab Kings Strengths and Weaknesses:
Strengths:
- Solid batting unit: They have good openers and even they have a good depth in the batting unit.
- They have few match-winning players in their squad.
Weakness:
- Rahul Chahar is the only person in the spin department – Which might hurt them very badly.
- Unexperienced bowling unit.
8. Rajasthan Royals Strengths and Weaknesses:
Strengths:
- Excellent batting line-up.
- They have a really good backup option in the squad.
Weakness:
- Few weak spots in the bowling line-up.
- They don’t have that one Death over bowling specialist.
9. Royal Challengers Bangalore Strengths and Weaknesses:
Strengths:
- Virat Kohli is free from captaincy duties – he will look to fire up his game.
- The addition of Faf du Plessis in the top-order will make a huge difference for them.
Weakness:
- ABD and Glenn Maxwell’s absence might hurt them very badly.
- Lack of inconsistency in the batting unit.
10. Sunrisers Hyderabad Strengths and Weaknesses:
Strengths:
- They have a good bowling attack with the likes of Bhuvi, Umran, Marco Jansen, and Natarajan.
- They have some promising young talent in the group.
Weakness:
- SRH will definitely miss Rashid Khan for this edition.
- Main guns of the side: David Warner, Jonny Bairstow are not in the current squad.
