LPL 2023: Suresh Raina part of Lanka Premier League player auction list

Former Indian & Chennai Super Kings batter Suresh Raina has been listed among the players set to be auctioned during the upcoming Lanka Premier League 2023. The auction is scheduled to take place on June 14, with the tournament itself commencing on July 31.

Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) released the list of both international and domestic cricketers who will be available for the five-team competition. Raina, known for his powerful striking abilities at the top of the batting order, was an integral part of the CSK side in the IPL from its inception in 2008 until 2021, excluding the 2020 season when he had to return to India due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Having featured in 205 IPL matches, Raina has amassed over 5,500 runs, including an unbeaten century. He played for the Chennai Super Kings and Gujarat Lions in the IPL, while representing Uttar Pradesh in domestic cricket.

To participate in franchise leagues in other countries, players are required to announce their retirement from all forms of competitive domestic cricket as per the rules set by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).

Among other notable players who have retired from domestic cricket to pursue opportunities abroad is former India U-19 cricketer Unmukt Chand, along with Harmeet Singh. Both have made the decision to move to the United States, with Unmukt Chand having already played in the Big Bash League.

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(With PTI inputs)