IPL 2024: CSK Suffers Big Blog As Devon Conway Likely To Miss First Half

Chennai Super Kings face a significant hurdle in their title defense with the news that star opener Devon Conway is out until May.

Conway, who played a pivotal role in their 2023 triumph, will miss the initial phase due to a thumb injury requiring surgery.

The 32-year-old sustained the injury during the recent T20I series against Australia, impacting his availability for the opening Test as well.

With an estimated eight-week recovery period, Conway is likely to miss the majority of the IPL, which begins March 22nd and concludes in May. This absence presents a major challenge for CSK, who will need to find a suitable replacement.

Meanwhile, speculation continues to swirl around MS Dhoni’s future in the IPL. Many experts and fans believe that the 2024 season could be the legendary captain’s last. Dhoni, with five IPL titles – the most alongside Rohit Sharma, is one of the competition’s most successful captains.

CSK will kick off their title defense against Royal Challengers Bangalore on March 22nd in Chennai, facing a high-stakes encounter amidst the uncertainty surrounding Conway’s availability and Dhoni’s future.

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