IPL 2020: Team-wise one batsman who can opt for mid-season transfer

5. Rajasthan Royals- David Miller

It is widely believed, Rajasthan Royals, arguably has the best core of overseas players. And they do have some absolute superstars in Jos Buttler, Steve Smith, Jofra Archer and Ben Stokes. So when David Miller was lapped up by Rajasthan Royals in the auction, there were many people who were sceptical whether he would get a game or not. He did get one this season. But it is unlikely he will get more.

David Miller has been a force to reckon with in the IPL, despite a dip in form in recent years. Miller has amassed 1850 runs in 80 games, at an average of 33.63 and SR of 138.78. He had a dream run from 2013-2015, scoring more than 350 runs in all seasons. But his drop in form, and unacceptable returns in the last few years, prompted KXIP to release him in the auction.

With the experience he possessed, he was sure to be picked up by a franchise. However, it came as a shocker to everyone when Rajasthan Royals went for him. RR, with their buys in 2018, already had set 4 overseas players, who are almost indispensable. It was pretty evident that Miller wouldn’t start in their playing XI.

As luck would have it, he did, owing to the absence of Jos Buttler and Ben Stokes. Unfortunately, he was run out in the game without scoring a run. With Buttler returning, Miller had to obviously make way for him. With Ben Stokes back in action too, adding stability to the middle order, a role which Miller performs, it doesn’t look like he is going to get another game in the league. Hence he becomes a good player for RR to trade since it is impossible for them to fit him in their XI.