KM Asif is all set to play his first match in the 2021 edition of the Indian Premier League against the Rajasthan Royals tonight. He has replaced Deepak Chahar in the playing XI of the Chennai Super Kings team for their match against the Rajasthan Royals in the 2021 edition of the Indian Premier League.
The Chennai Super Kings have been invited to bat first by the Rajasthan Royals captain in the 47th match of the 2021 edition of the Indian Premier League. After the coin toss, fans learned that the Chennai Super Kings have made a couple of changes to their playing XI. English all-rounder Sam Curran has taken the place of DJ Bravo, while KM Asif has come in for Deepak Chahar.
Not many fans would know that Asif has been a part of the Chennai Super Kings team since 2018. He was one of the members of the Chennai Super Kings team that lifted the Indian Premier League trophy in 2018. Before Asif wows the fans with his game in IPL 2021, here are some things you need to know about the CSK player.
KM Asif Age
Asif was born on July 24, 1993. Earlier this year, he celebrated his 28th birthday, and as of October 2, 2021, he is 28 years and 70 days old.
Hometown and Domestic Team
Asif was born in Edavanna, Malapurram. He plays for the Kerala cricket team at the domestic level.
KM Asif IPL Salary
The Chennai Super Kings signed Asif for INR 20 lakh at the 2021 Auction. It is pertinent to note that from 2018 to 2020, Asif’s salary was INR 40 lakh per season.
T20 stats
So far in his T20 career, Asif has played 15 matches, where he has bagged 17 wickets, with his best figures being 3/25. His economy rate in T20s is 8.00.
