3 teams who should target Marcus Stoinis in IPL 2025 Auction ft. CSK
Australian all-rounder Marcus Stoinis seems to have raised his stocks ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 mega auction. In the third T20I against Pakistan on Monday, November 18, Stoinis put up a brilliant display with the bat to help the hosts complete a seven-wicket victory.
Chasing 118 for a win, Marcus Stoinis walked into bat after three wickets were down. The right-hander slammed an unbeaten 27-ball 61, powering Australia to a comfortable win. His whirlwind innings included 5 fours and as many sixes, with a strike-rate of 225.93.
Stoinis has been in solid form this year when it comes to T20Is. He has scored 330 runs and picked up 21 wickets so far, contributing with both the bat and the ball.
All-rounders are a vital part of any side, particularly in the shorter format. Fast-bowling all-rounders will be in demand at the upcoming IPL 2025 auction and with this performance, Stoinis could very well be among the most sought-after players.
Released by the Lucknow Super Giants, it could be possible that the franchise is tempted to bring him back through the RTM option. However, there will be fierce bidding wars, with several other teams looking to rope in the star all-rounder.
That said, let us take a look at three teams who should target the Australian all-rounder to bolster their squads during the mega auction.
3 teams who should target Marcus Stoinis in IPL 2025 Auction
#3 Gujarat Titans
While the Gujarat Titans have retained the likes of Rahul Tewatia and Shahrukh Khan, they will be in the hunt for a solid all-rounder, after letting Azmatullah Omarzai go.
Acquiring the services of Marcus Stoinis will add to their all-round options, and bring more balance and flexibility. Playing for Lucknow last year, Stoinis slammed an unbeaten century as well. The Titans will certainly need some firepower in their batting and Stoinis could provide them with the same.
Additionally, he also gives an extra pace bowling option as it is unlikely that the Gujarat side would RTM Mohammed Shami, whose injuries could remain persistent.
#2 Royal Challengers Bengaluru
Interestingly, Marcus Stoinis has represented Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the past. Apart from bowling, another long-standing issue with RCB has been the lack of quality all-rounders in the side, who can equally contribute with both the bat and the ball.
The presence of a solid all-rounder, a pace-bowling all-rounder in particular, is something that RCB will need to strengthen their side. With the departure of Dinesh Karthik as a player, Stoinis could play the role of a finisher at RCB as well, with the conditions at the Chinnaswamy Stadium suiting his style of play.
His bowling abilities also come as an added plus, which gives the team more options and flexibility.
#1 Chennai Super Kings
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) are another franchise that should look to target Marcus Stoinis. The Australian all-rounder could contribute for them with the bat, either in the top order or at the backend, with the likes of Shivam Dubey and MS Dhoni already present.
Moreover, Stoinis, known for his medium pace and variations, could prove to be an effective option with the ball at the Chepauk. CSK do not have a pace-bowling all-rounder in their line-up either and Stoinis could be a perfect fit.
He can be used as a floater in their batting order, as per the needs and requirements, while his bowling always comes as an added advantage.