Chennai Super Kings (CSK) opener Faf du Plessis feels a good bench strength and a more balanced squad are two key reasons which have resulted in the MS Dhoni-led side securing thumping wins in the first half of this edition of the Indian Premier League.

The Chennai-based franchise had a dismal outing in the 13th edition of IPL. The side finished at the seventh position on the points table. CSK batsman Suresh Raina had missed the 13th edition after pulling out of the tournament due to personal reasons which only spurred their problems.