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Vikram Prabhu on CSK's Auction Strategy: Why This Move Was Long Overdue

Actor Vikram Prabhu is thrilled with the Chennai Super Kings' latest IPL auction picks. He believes the team's new strategy was a necessary change that should have happened earlier. Prabhu credits captain MS Dhoni as the perfect mentor to guide the incoming young players. He also fondly recalls how his love for cricket started with his grandfather, the iconic actor Sivaji Ganesan.

Key Points: Vikram Prabhu Praises CSK IPL Auction Picks in IANS Exclusive

  • Vikram Prabhu expresses strong approval of CSK's recent player acquisitions in the IPL auction
  • He believes the team's strategic shift in mindset was necessary and overdue
  • The actor highlights MS Dhoni's crucial role in mentoring incoming young talent
  • Prabhu shares his lifelong passion for cricket, inherited from his legendary film family
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Actor Vikram Prabhu on CSK's picks in the IPL auction: We should have done this a long time back (IANS Exclusive)

Actor Vikram Prabhu, grandson of Sivaji Ganesan, exclusively tells IANS he is delighted with CSK's IPL auction strategy and Dhoni's role in mentoring young talent.

"We should've done this a long time back. - Vikram Prabhu"

Chennai, Dec 19

Actor Vikram Prabhu, the son of actor Prabhu and the grandson of the iconic Tamil film legend Sivaji Ganesan, is delighted with the players the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have bought in this year's IPL mini auction.

Talking exclusively to IANS, Vikram Prabhu, who is gearing up for the release of his eagerly awaited film 'Sirai, which has been directed by Suresh Rajakumari, says, "I am very happy with what CSK has done. We should've gone for Cameron Green. If we didn't go for Cameron Green, this is the only way we could've gone. It was just a shuffle up of the entire mindset of CSK. We should've done this a long time back."

The actor believes that this is an ideal time to bring in the youngsters as Captain Cool M S Dhoni will be there to mentor them. "When Dhoni is there, we bring in these young talents and nurture them under him, nothing like it," he explains.

Vikram Prabhu confesses that he is both a fan of cricket and CSK. "I started watching cricket because of my grandfather, and I've loved it ever since. My dad loves it too, but he gets a little tense when the matches get very tight. So he's like, 'You watch it and tell me.' As a kid, I've seen test matches for five days straight," he says with a grin.

It's evident that the actor is passionate about watching the IPL. Ask him if he will be watching the matches and he says, "Before starting to act and all, I used to have season tickets to the IPL. Then, once work started, I'd go to the stadium whenever I could. This time, I'm guessing, I'm going to be filled up with work during summer. If you look at the entire city, everyone works during January and December. I'll be working during April, May, June," he says with a laugh and signs off saying, "This time too, I think that's going to happen."

- IANS

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Sarah B
It's nice to see a celebrity talk about cricket with such genuine passion. His family story about watching test matches is so relatable. My dad also can't watch the tense finishes!
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Rohit P
While I respect his opinion, I'm not fully convinced. CSK's strength has always been its core experienced players. A complete "shuffle up" might be risky. Hope the management knows what they're doing.
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Priya S
Dhoni as a mentor for youngsters is the best part! No one can teach calmness and strategy like him. This could secure CSK's future for the next decade. Super excited for the new season!
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Michael C
Interesting perspective. As a neutral fan, CSK's strategy of blending youth with Dhoni's experience seems smart. Other franchises should take note. The IPL auction is always full of surprises.
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Kavya N
Haha, his comment about his dad getting tense is my whole family during an IPL match! 😂 We all gather around the TV, and my uncle literally leaves the room during the last over. Can't wait for the matches to start!

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