The All-rounders: Axar Patel
The left-arm spinning all-rounder has made rapid progress in International cricket and will be one of the vital cogs in the Kings XI lineup, both with his astute bowling and finishing abilities. Last year he played quite a few cameos towards the end and the management would hope he converts these small contributions into substantial scores this season.
He is also an asset in the field but is coming off an injury which he sustained during the 5th Test match in Chennai against England. However, he has some match practice as he picked up 7 wickets in 4 matches in the just concluded Vijay Hazare Trophy, the domestic 50-over competition.
Marcus Stoinis
The hard-hitting all-rounder from Australia made all the right news when he smashed 146 to pull off an amazing heist against New Zealand. He has also grown as a player and is much more confident in his abilities both with the bat and ball.
He was drafted in to replace the injured Mitchell Marsh for the Test series and although he did not get a game his amazing progress into the Test team is a testament to his bowling pedigree.
He could be the finisher Kings XI would love this season and with immense potential, Stoinis could make this season his own.
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