IPL 2018: Predicting where the 8 Franchises would finish on the Points Table

#3 Chennai Super Kings

Chennai are two-time IPL champions

Chennai Super Kings is the second team which is making a comeback into the Indian Premier League after a gap of two years and the die-hard fans of CSK can't wait to see their 'Thala'-led team back in Yellow jersey in Chepauk.

CSK retained their core team by having MS Dhoni, Suresh Raina, Ravindra Jadeja, Dwayne Bravo, Murali Vijay and Faf du Plessis back in their fold.

The one player that Chennai might miss is Ashwin as he was picked by Kings XI Punjab. The Chennai team this year is an average one as the team lacks players in some vital positions.

The Spin attack is an oversized one with a number of quality spinners in the side. The fast bowling department though lacks in experience and quality and is a definite area of concern.

The batting department is an experienced one but it lacks big hitters in the middle order. Dhoni's form will be a crucial factor and his shot-making ability will have to come good this year.

Chennai is a team which under the leadership of Dhoni has performed well irrespective of the strength of their squad.

This year Dhoni has a squad which is suited for the slow pitch of Chepauk and one or two away victories would earn his team a place in the Playoffs as this team is bound to succeed in Chennai.