5 All-Rounders who will prove to be the Rockstars of IPL 2017

It feels as though only yesterday Brendon McCullum, donning a black and gold jersey, had set this tournament alive with a blistering knock of 158 off 73 deliveries. But since that star-studded opening night of the most extravagant cricket league in the world, the IPL has come a long way. The IPL has undoubtedly been a success right from 2008 and has entertained one and all for 9 years running.

In a couple of weeks’ time, the 10th edition of the Indian Premier League will kick off in Hyderabad. Now, coming straight to the point, here we intend to talk about the all-rounders. The importance of all-rounders in a team and the key role they play with both bat and ball is of immense value.

Their invaluable contribution in both departments has the capacity to turn the match on its head, as some players have shown over the years. As we head into season 10 of the IPL, let’s take a closer look at the top 5 all-rounders who will certainly bring their expertise to the team with bat and ball alike.

5. Mohammad Nabi – Sunrisers Hyderabad

He is a figure who has gained the respect of the entire cricketing community for the way he has changed the face of Afghanistan cricket. Mohammad Nabi the former Afghanistan skipper has delivered with both bat and ball in T20Is for the team.

His position at no.4 in the T20I all-rounder’s rankings is a testimony to his consistent performance. With an impressive strike rate of 141 with the bat, Nabi’s contribution in the middle order is handy. His right arm off-breaks have been lethal as well, he has 57 wickets to his name and giving away on an average a miserly 7 runs an over.

Mohammad Nabi incidentally became the first Afghan player to be picked up by an IPL side. Current champions Sunrisers Hyderabad would be pleased to have this promising all-rounder in their squad.