IPL 2023: 5 Players Who Are Likely To Dominate This Season
The 16th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) is all set to kick off on March 31st and will run till the final weekend of May, with ten teams vying for the coveted title. More than 150 players, including 50 overseas stars, are expected to showcase their skills in the 74-match extravaganza. From the very first season of IPL, we have witnessed players dominating the tournament with their exceptional performances.
With IPL 2023 just around the corner, we anticipate more of such amazing performances from players with a great reputation and good form. Let’s delve deeper and take a closer look at the players who are likely to make a mark in the upcoming season.
1. Jos Buttler
Once again, the Rajasthan Royals can expect to see the returning MVP and Orange Cap winner, Jos Buttler, in the running for top batsmen during IPL 2023. Following his T20 World Cup win with England, the wicketkeeper-batter has regained his form and is sure to be a dominant force on the field. With his sights set on taking the Royals one step further after narrowly missing out on the title last season, Buttler is a player to watch.
2. Shubman Gill
Despite a recent dip in form during the ODI series against Australia, the in-form Indian batter Shubman Gill has been a consistent performer in both white-ball formats. With four hundred, including a double in ODIs and a maiden T20I century, he is expected to continue his dominance for the defending champions Gujarat Titans.
3. Mitchell Marsh
After an injury-ridden season last year for both the Delhi Capitals and the Australian team, all-rounder Mitchell Marsh is back in incredible form ahead of IPL 2023. Marsh was recently named player of the series in the ODI series against India, proving his prowess as an opener. Though he may bat at number three for the Capitals, he is expected to make a significant impact whenever he takes the field.
4. Virat Kohli
Although not involved in T20Is this year, star Indian batter Virat Kohli has a strong record in the format, including a maiden century at the Asia Cup 2022 and finishing as the leading run-scorer in the T20 World Cup last year. With impressive performances in Tests and ODIs, the 34-year-old Kohli is in-form and ready to lead the Royal Challengers Bangalore to success during IPL 2023.
Read more: Debutants Who Started With Virat Kohli: Where Are They Now?
5. Axar Patel
Indian all-rounder Axar Patel has demonstrated his fine form with the bat heading into IPL 2023. Though his bowling opportunities were limited in recent national team outings, he made up for it with crucial runs in the Test series and ODIs. As vice-captain of the Delhi Capitals, Axar is expected to play a crucial role with both bat and ball, and his signs of form in 2022 suggest he is set to dominate the upcoming tournament.
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