The wait for the biggest cricketing event is over. The Vivo IPL-2021, the 14th season of the most loved domestic cricket league starts on April 9th, 2021. The World is eagerly waiting to watch its Favorite Domestic and International cricketers play in the stadium. Over time, the international players that are involved in the IPL teams have become an integral part of the team and now, people cheer for them as much as they do for the players of their own country.
Let us take a look at the International Players who have made a special place in our hearts.
KIERON POLLARD – One of the most valuable players among the defending champions, Mumbai Indians, Kieron Pollard is a performer extraordinaire. He was pivotal in MI winning the title for the fifth time in 2020 and is hugely admired by the fans for his prowess with both the bat and the ball.
AB DE VILLIERS – The South African cricketer, famously known as Mr.360 Degree, has been retained by RCB for IPL-2021 as well. AB De Villiers is one of the highest run-scorer for RCB in IPL with 4849 runs to his name and has entertained all the Cricket fans alongside Virat Kohli, Glenn Maxwell, and many others. One cannot imagine a better duo than Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers.
Faf du Plessis – This South African cricketer is called ‘Faf’ by his fans. Du Plessis has been a key player for CSK and was a key player for CSK in the IPL 2020. Having scored 2302 runs in 84 Innings, Faf proved to be an important middle-order batsman in the matches in UAE, where CSK needed him the most.
CHRIS GAYLE – The “Universal Boss”, is an entertainer on and off the field. Gayle debuted the IPL in 2009 and is playing for Punjab Kings in the IPL 2021. With 4772 runs in 132 matches, he is the role model for many players and definitely a fan favorite. All fans are eagerly waiting to watch him crack open the innings for Punjab Kings.
DAVID WARNER – The captain of SRH, David Warner is a destructive opener and has been the second-highest run-scorer in IPL for SRH. He played a total of 142 matches and has scored 5254 runs, making him the run machine of his team. Even off the field, Warner has managed to steal hearts through entertaining videos of him dancing to the Indian songs along with his family.
ANDRE RUSSELL – The game-changer. This dynamic batsman is known for his powerful sixes. He has played 74 matches so far and has scored 1517 runs in the IPL. He is a trump card for KKR and has proved this on numerous occasions. Fans are eagerly waiting to see his game-changing innings in the IPL 2021.
KAGISO RABADA – This south African Player had debuted in 2017 and is one of the best bowlers the world has known. In the previous season, Rabada played for the Delhi Capitals and picked up 61 wickets from the 35 matches he played. He has set a high standard within a short period and has become a household name.
BEN STOKES – He is one of the most impactful All-Rounders in the world and has scored 920 runs in 42 matches since 2017. A key player in the RR team and a match-winner that he is, Ben Stokes is someone his team, Rajasthan Royals can bank on and be proud of.
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