TATA IPL 2022: Top 5 players who can big score in IPL 2022 | Check Out
TATA IPL 2022: Top 5 players who can big score in IPL 2022 | Check Out
TATA IPL 2022: Top 5 players who can big score in IPL 2022 | Check Out
The batters in the T20 format designed for him have always attracted attention in the form of big sixes and boundaries for entertainment. We take a look at the batsmen who are expected to shine in the success of their respective teams in the cash-rich event starting Saturday.
Shreyas Iyer: The newly appointed captain of Kolkata Knight Riders can single-handedly turn the game around. The Mumbaikar, who has played 87 IPL matches and scored 2,375 runs, will be eager to prove a point in his new role.
His ability to absorb pressure and play fearless cricket makes him one of the best in the business and playing at home will give him an edge in strategy. The 27-year-old Indian batsman has played 4 Tests, 26 ODIs and 36 T20s.
Virat Kohli: After taking off the captaincy, the Star India and Royal Challengers Bangalore player will be expected to play more freely and make a comeback.
The top-order batsman, when in full flow, is a treat to watch and will be eager to prove a point as a promoter. With 6,283 runs in 207 matches, Virat is the all-time leading run-scorer in this lucrative event.
Shikhar Dhawan: The left-handed opener, who has been picked by Punjab Kings, has scored over 450 runs in each of the last six editions of the tournament.
Top 5 Batters in IPL
Dhawan is second only to Virat Kohli in terms of highest run-scorer in IPL history with 5,784 runs and the southpaw needs 216 runs to break the 6,000-run mark. In his new franchise, Gabbar’ will be eager to justify his price tag of Rs 8.25 crore.
Jos Buttler: The England wicket-keeper batsman, one of the most destructive willow fielders of his era, will make a comeback for the Rajasthan Royals. The right-handed batsman has 1,968 runs in 65 matches and is a proven match-winner for his team and his franchise.
They will also have the advantage of playing on batting-friendly tracks in Mumbai and Pune and have the ability to put up any good attack when they are in the mood with the range of shots at their disposal.
Buttler’s form will be crucial if RR is to win another title and his experience of playing 88 T20Is will also come in handy.
David Warner: The Australian opener returned to Delhi Capitals from where he began his IPL journey. The aggressive stroke-maker has played 150 IPL matches and scored 5,449 runs while playing for various franchises in the tournament.
He has four centuries and 50 half-centuries and thus he should look forward. A destructive opener, who will be under no captaincy pressure, will play more freely and his role will be crucial for his side.