With New Zealand’s Devon Conway sidelined due to injury, Shaik Rasheed has seized the opportunity to step into the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) lineup during IPL 2025.
A promising young talent, Rasheed’s inclusion marks an exciting moment for both CSK fans and Indian cricket followers.
Background and Early Career
Shaik Rasheed, born on September 24, 2004, in Andhra Pradesh, is a right-handed batter known for his compact technique and temperament.
He first caught national attention during the ICC U-19 Cricket World Cup in 2022, where he was India’s vice-captain. Rasheed played a key role in helping India lift the trophy, scoring critical runs under pressure, including a composed 50 in the semi-final against Australia.
Domestic Cricket and IPL Journey
Following his U-19 success, Rasheed was quickly roped into the domestic circuit, playing for Andhra Pradesh.
His performances in the Ranji Trophy and Vijay Hazare Trophy showcased his ability to build innings and handle both pace and spin with maturity beyond his years.
Chennai Super Kings recognized his potential and picked him up at the IPL 2023 auction. Although he didn’t get immediate game time, CSK has groomed Rasheed under the mentorship of MS Dhoni and the team’s veteran core.
Opportunity in IPL 2025
With Devon Conway ruled out due to a thumb injury, CSK has turned to Rasheed to fill the top-order spot.
Though still early in his IPL journey, he’s seen as a long-term investment by the franchise. In his appearances so far in 2025, Rasheed has shown composure at the crease, displaying an ability to rotate strike and find boundaries without reckless shots — a trait CSK values deeply.
His performance is being closely monitored as CSK eyes the playoffs, and with Conway’s return timeline uncertain, Rasheed has a golden opportunity to cement his place in the playing XI.
