Predicting top 5 run-scorers of IPL 2020 in UAE

2. Quinton de Kock

The South African wicketkeeper-batsman seems to finally find an ideal team for him, having previously played for Sunrisers Hyderabad, Delhi Daredevils and Royal Challengers Bangalore. Before signing for Mumbai Indians, de Kock really had only 1 fruitful season out of his 5 seasons in the IPL. He was purchased by Mumbai Indians to replace Evin Lewis at the top of the order and he managed to do it with style. De Kock scored 529 runs in his first season with the Mumbai Indians.

This selection would go wrong so easily if Mumbai Indians decide to play Chris Lynn instead of de Kock. However, on the basis of the South African’s batting as well as keeping exploits, he probably will get a nod ahead of Lynn.

Another possibility is both of them playing together which will be a nightmare for any bowler, especially when you consider Rohit Sharma will be coming 1 down. De Kock was instrumental in Mumbai Indian’s 4th IPL title as he was their top scorer and most consistent batsman. He scored 4 half-centuries as Mumbai powered their way to the final.

The talented batsman has scored 1 century in his IPL career, which came in 2016 during his stint at Delhi Daredevils. He scored 445 runs in 13 games with an impressive average of 37.08. De Kock is neither an all nor nothing batsman like Gayle, nor a batsman who can play the role of an anchor like Rahane.

He is able to change gears according to situations. The proof of the hype surrounding him is proved when you find out that he is ranked in the top 15 batsmen in all forms of the game. Mumbai Indians will again bank on him to get them off to a good start.