IPL 2023: Best starting XI of LSG after mini auction
LSG broke the bank to sign Nicholas Pooran at IPL 2023 auction and acquired him after spending a staggering sum of INR 16 crore.
5. Krunal Pandya
Krunal Pandya has been a bankable name in the Indian Premier League. The 31-year-old has featured in 98 matches and amassed 1326 runs at a strike rate of 136.70. On the bowling front, he has picked up 61 wickets at an economy of 7.31.
Lucknow Super Giants bought Krunal Pandya at the 2022 mega auction to add depth to the side. The southpaw had a decent campaign with the ball taking ten wickets in 14 matches at an economy of 6.97. However, the all-rounder failed to create an impact with the bat and could only score 183 runs at a mediocre strike rate of 126.21.
Despite his fairly mediocre season, the team management has stuck with Krunal due to the all-round balance he brings to the table. With the bat, he can be used as a floater in the middle order and with the ball, the ace all-rounder can strangle the opposition with his consistent line and length. The Ahmedabad-born will be itching to put up a better show in the 16th IPL edition.
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