IPL 2021: Suresh Raina will add lot of value to CSK, he is the cushion MS Dhoni always had, says Pragyan Ojha

Indian Premier League 2021: Former India spinner Pragyan Ojha said Suresh Raina had been a key ingredient of Chennai Super Kings' success and a cushion to captain MS Dhoni over the years. The World Cup-winning all-rounder returns to the IPL after missing the 2020 edition due to personal reasons.

Former India spinner and Indian Premier League governing council member Pragyan Ojha said on Tuesday that Suresh Raina's return will be a big boost to Chennai Super Kings in IPL 2021. Ojha highlighted that CSK missed their 'Chinna Thala' last season wherein they missed a berth in the play-offs for the first time in the history of the tournament. Speaking to Sports Today, Pragyan Ojha said Suresh Raina had been a pillar of strength for CSK not just because of his all-round abilities but also by having been a major source of support to captain MS Dhoni. Suresh Raina had pulled out of IPL 2020, citing personal reasons. Raina, who is nicknamed Mr. IPL, had taken part in the SK training camp in Chennai and even announced his international retirement along with Dhoni during their stay in the South Indian city. However, after reaching the UAE, Raina decided to return home, leading to several speculations about his relationship with the franchise and its captain.