Suresh Raina Throws Mahendra Singh Dhoni an Indian Premier League Challenge
Suresh Raina, who will now feature for Rajkot franchise, said that he will competitive but at the same time would not lack "sportsman spirit" when pitted against Mahendra Singh Dhoni.
They were a part of the same unit for eight seasons for the Chennai Super Kings but Suresh Raina will now look to get better of his previous skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni's when Team Rajkot will face Team Pune in the 9th edition of Indian Premier League. (Indian Premier League 2016 Players Draft: Pune Grab Mahendera Singh Dhoni, Suresh Raina to play for Rajkot)
Asked about his feelings, Raina said they would be competitive but at the same time would not lack "sportsman spirit" when pitted against his former IPL captain.
For the dashing left-hander, familiarity with Rajkot conditions will be an asset. (Suresh Raina Could Be Skipper of Rajkot Team in 2016 Indian Premier League)
"I am very much familiar with the condition of Rajkot as I have played many matches in junior category like U-16 and U-19," the 29-year-old left-handed batsman told reporters. (IPL 2016 Players Draft Highlights)
When asked about his India and CSK teammate Ravindra Jadeja, who has also been picked up by Rajkot, Raina said,"Jadeja is a local boy. Both of us are familiar with conditions here and we will use this to our advantage".
The next edition of the IPL will be held from April 9 to May 29 with the opening and the final match in Mumbai.