CSK released Kedar Jadhav after his poor form in the 2020 IPL. His performances were far below expectations and didn't justify the 7.8 crore investment, which became a burden for the franchise.
It was obvious that RCB didn't trust their lower-middle order last season. This forced Kohli to play a more cautious game to anchor the innings, and occasionally led to De Villiers being pushed further down the batting sequence.
Since he already has a history with RCB from 2016-2017, Kedar Jadhav could be the seasoned closer they need. His previous stint with the team saw him accumulate 309 runs with a healthy strike rate of 141.74.
Kings XI Punjab is in the market for a reliable finisher after letting go of several key players, including Glenn Maxwell and James Neesham. Jadhav looks like a great fit, particularly after his impressive form in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. With his extensive experience playing for India and in the IPL, he has the necessary skill set to dominate the final overs.
Rajasthan Royals have revamped their squad by parting with Steve Smith and sending Robin Uthappa to CSK. Their main issue last season was a lack of stability in the batting lineup, which led to experimental pairings like Ben Stokes and Uthappa opening, while Jos Buttler was shifted down to stabilize a middle order where Smith and Sanju Samson struggled for consistency.