Chennai Super Kings have been one of the most successful franchises in the Indian Premier League history. One of the main reasons behind the success of CSK in IPL is that they back the players whom they sign. But at the same time, it means that the players who are on the bench remain on the bench for a long time.
The best example of it is Mitchell Santner, who has not been receiving any chances to play in recent days. While Santner has still turned up for CSK in a few games, here’s a list of four such players who were signed by CSK first, then released by them and later they turned up for another IPL franchise.
1. Former CSK player Matt Henry made debut for Punjab Kings in IPL
Matt Henry was a member of the New Zealand squad that finished runners-up in the 2019 World Cup. The right-arm pacer has missed many IPL seasons due to injury. He was with CSK in 2014, but he had to wait until he joined Punjab Kings for his debut in 2017.
2. Former CSK player Andrew Tye made debut for Gujarat Lions in IPL
Another fast bowler to appear on the list is Andrew Tye. The Aussie speedster warmed the benches at CSK in 2015. Two years later, he made his debut for Gujarat Lions and took a hat-trick on debut against Rising Pune Supergiant.
3. Kyle Abbott
Kyle Abbott was another foreign pacer, who warmed the benches at CSK in 2015. After CSK’s suspension, Abbott received a deal from the Punjab Kings. In 2016, Abbott played his first match against Rising Pune Supergiant.
4. Akila Dananjaya
Sri Lankan spinner Akila Dananjaya received a contract from the Chennai Super Kings back in the year 2013. He had to wait five years for his first IPL cap, which he received from Mumbai Indians in the year 2018 against Delhi Daredevils.
