IPL 2021: Predicting opening pairs of all 8 teams ahead of the season
Many teams will be looking to make tactical changes in their batting line up with the availability of new additions to the squad.
5. PBKS: KL Rahul and Mayank Agarwal
Punjab Kings opened with KL Rahul and Mayank Agarwal last season and the pair was quite successful in the tournament. The team of course could not start well and lost 5 matches in a row in the first half. They later won 5 consecutive matches after their losing-streak. However, in the end, they failed to qualify for the playoff.
Punjab also has the option of ‘Universe Boss’ Chris Gayle for the opening position. However, Gayle looked fine even in the role of number 3 batsman last year. He is expected to continue in the same capacity this season as well. As a result, Mayank and Rahul look set for another stint as opening pair.
Punjab has also bought English player Dawid Malan in the mini-auction. However, he may have to wait for his chance in the playing XI. Malan can open for Punjab at some stage of the tournament if things don’t go well with them in the initial phase.
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