India, Nov. 8 -- Following a disappointing IPL 2025 campaign that saw them finish at the bottom of the table, Chennai Super Kings would look to adopt a methodical approach to their squad restructuring. Rather than an emotional overhaul, the franchise will look to execute a calculated retention-release strategy designed to preserve their core strengths while creating substantial financial flexibility for the 2026 mega auction.

CSK's retention strategy should centre around their continued faith in their Indian nucleus and mystery bowling arsenal, while demonstrating willingness to part with established overseas names in pursuit of squad moderanisation.

The franchise will look to retain Ruturaj Gaikwad and Ravindra Jadeja as their cornerst...