New Delhi, Dec. 16 -- Ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) auction on Tuesday, former Indian cricketer Suresh Raina commented on Sarfaraz Khan joining the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) for Rs 7 crore.

Raina believes the franchise should consider targeting Sarfaraz Khan at the IPL 2026 mini-auction, arguing that the batter's red-hot domestic form makes him a timely and value-driven option.

"I think he is in great form. We saw earlier that when Venkatesh Iyer was bought for a big amount, the form wasn't quite there. Sarfaraz, on the other hand, is batting really well right now. You don't get that kind of player easily--the range of shots he plays, the confidence he has. The form Sarfaraz is in, even if he plays four or six matches and win...