IPL 2023 Auction Squad Analysis: What Does Each Franchise Need?

Franchises like Sunrisers Hyderabad and Punjab Kings have multiple problem areas to address while others like Kolkata Knight Riders, Royal Challengers Bangalore and Rajasthan Royals could only be looking at backup options.

The 10 Indian Premier League (IPL) franchises are on the cusp of completing their preparation for the 2023 auction which gets underway on December 23 in Kochi. While franchises like Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) are heading into the auction with multiple vacant spots to fill, others like Royal Challengers Bangalore, Kolkata Knight Riders, Rajasthan Royals, etc, have a smaller purse balance to spend. But, every franchise has a common motive, which is to strengthen its squad.

Ahead of the IPL 2023 auction in Kochi, we take a look at the problem areas each franchise would look to address on Friday.

Chennai Super Kings (INR 20.45 cr):Death overs bowling was one of CSK's biggest concerns in the IPL 2022. With Dwayne Bravo no longer in their ranks, the franchise would look to find a pacer who can fill in that void, and no one barring Sam Curran arguably fits the bill.

Delhi Capitals (INR 19.5cr): Though Delhi have the likes of Prithvi Shaw and David Warner at the top, they need another top-order batter to add some depth to the squad. A back-tup wicket-keeper for Rishabh Pant is also the need of the hour. Someone like Jason Roy, Phil Salt, Litton Das, or Dasun Shanaka can help the team.

Gujarat Titans (INR 19.25cr):Similar to Delhi, Gujrat Titans need another top-order batter, having decided to release Jason Roy and Rahmanullah Gurbaz. Mayank Agarwal could be their best bet to fill that void while a quality overseas pacer also needs to be roped in.