Today we assess the Punjab team and try to find the best Playing XI for KXIP in IPL 2020. Another team that has always come to the tournament with a great team on paper like Royal Challengers Bangalore, but have never been able to lay their hands on the coveted trophy. With Anil Kumble at the helm of affairs, this time expects a fair amount of discipline in the team, something which the Kings XI have lacked over the years.
The biggest thorn in the King’s XI scheme of things would be Chris Gayle’s form. Approaching almost 40, his best years are definitely behind him. But even after considering that one just cannot deny the mere presence and impact that Christopher Henry Gayle can have when he is on the song.
After all, he is the greatest T20 batsman of all time with the highest number of runs across formats and the highest number of centuries and records as well. The following would be the best Playing XI for KXIP in IPL 2020-
The Best Playing XI for KXIP in IPL 2020
Openers-
KL Rahul
Since being a part of the Kings setup Rahul has been synonymous with consistency, churning out exceptional performances at the start of the innings. He has replicated his form in limited-overs cricket to some extent as well. Never has there been a doubt about the talent which Rahul possesses. What he lacked was the composure and that is something that he has to work on since he is the captain this time as well. Key weapon for the best Playing XI for KXIP in IPL 2020.
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Mayank Agarwal
Someone who has impressed one and all with his masterly stroke-making, Mayank Agarwal has been a very consistent performer in the domestic circuit scoring tons of runs for Karnataka in the last 3-4 years. Upon getting India to call up in the Test matches, he performed exceedingly well and showed just how much talent he possesses.
With Chris Gayle’s place in the team in jeopardy as of now, Mayank has the perfect opportunity to cement his place in the Indian setup after normalcy is restored. Important part of the best Playing XI for KXIP in IPL 2020.
Middle Order
Karun Nair
Nair after his triple hundred in the series against England had somewhat faded into the horizon with his consistency levels dropping significantly. However, since then he has been giving in the hard yards in domestic cricket and has recorded some impressive performances. Karun is a beautiful stroke player in full flow, something which will benefit the Kings XI middle-order once he is back in touch. However, Deepak Hooda will be kept as a replacement for him. Fits well inside the best Playing XI for KXIP in IPL 2020.
Nicholas Pooran
An explosive batsman in the middle order, Pooran has proven his worth in the Caribbean Premier League and the West Indies Limited Overs Set up as well. He can build the innings as he is a technically sound batsman. However, when required he can clear the ground with ease, as he can use the long handle to perfection. His form would be crucial for the success of Kings XI. Fits well inside the best Playing XI for KXIP in IPL 2020.
Sarfaraz Khan
This pocket-sized teenager first caught attention when he played a few rollicking innings for Royal Challengers Bangalore during the death overs. Since then Sarfaraz has been performing brilliantly in the domestic circuit with a strike rate well over the high 130’s. His innovative shotmaking would be crucial for Kings XI if early wickets fall and some shift in momentum is required in the middle overs. Fits well inside the best Playing XI for KXIP in IPL 2020.
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All Rounders-
Glenn Maxwell
A man who has been with the Kings for a long time now, Maxwell is undoubtedly one of the finest strikers of the cricket ball in the modern-day game. On his day, the Big Show as he is affably called can be a wrecking machine as he can take away the game from the opposition within a moment’s instance. Maxwell would be keen to prove his worth for the team, as he has done numerous times in the last few years, and would be waiting to explode whenever he gets the opportunity. Fits well inside the best Playing XI for KXIP in IPL 2020.
Jimmy Neesham
An effective allrounder handy with both the bat and the ball in hand, Neesham is an exciting new edition for this team. He can be an explosive finisher for the team at the death overs. His four overs of bowling would also be crucial as he can pick up wickets at crucial junctures of the match.
Bowlers-
Mohammad Shami
When in rhythm, there are not a lot of bowlers who can bowl a ball better than Mohammad Shami. Despite being plagued by injuries, Shami can trouble the best batsmen in the world with his pace, swing, and awkwardly accurate line and length. Leads the bowling of the best Playing XI for KXIP in IPL 2020.
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Sheldon Cottrell
Kings XI have shelled out a large amount for this left arm West Indies quick who is a very effective bowler with the angle that he creates. Apart from that Cottrell is a tremendous fielder often taking extraordinary catches in the outfield? He would provide the much-required zing and flair and is expected to be the livewire on the field. On spin-friendly pitches, however, Mujeeb Ur Rehman, the Afghan spin sensation would be used. Fits well inside the best Playing XI for KXIP in IPL 2020.
Murugan Ashwin
Murugan has performed impressively in the domestic circuit, something which has earned him the opportunity of being a regular in the King’s XI side.
Ishan Porel
On pace friendly green tops, Ishan Porel would be preferred as the second choice seamer after Shami. Ishan has been a vibrant and productive talent who came to limelight after his performances for Bengal in the Ranji Trophy and the U19 Campaign for India. Fits well inside the best Playing XI for KXIP in IPL 2020.
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