Superlative performer's; the Aged Warriors of IPL 8

Superlative performer’s; the Aged Warriors of IPL 8: As they say age is just a number. There can’t be a better example than the Indian Premier League (IPL) to justify that. Improved fitness levels and sophisticated training modules have ensured that player’s who would earlier be considered a burden to the side, are now playing an integral role in their respective teams. International retirement these days does not equate to total pack up for cricketers. Platforms like the IPL provide them the opportunity to show their worth and also guide the younger guys through the tough times. The current season also has many names in the late 30s and some in their 40s who are an asset to their sides:

1. Brad Hogg:

The old war horse went to the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) for just 50 lakhs. After Narine being reported again and out of action, Hogg stepped up and took the role of the lead spinner. Besides his bowling Hogg is also a decent fielder. Even at the age of 44 he is difficult to pick by most batsmen and still going strong in the IPL. The Chinaman has picked up 9 wickets in his 5 outings for the KKR thus far in the season and not just with the wickets, the pressure that he has build along with leggie Piyush Chawla has given KKR the advantage more often than not.