IPL 2017: Top 4 player encounters to look for in the Gujarat Lions vs Royal Challengers Bangalore match

#2 – Adam Milne vs Suresh Raina

Milne’s extra yard of pace could test Raina’s weakness against the short ball

Upon signing T20 specialist Tymal Mills for a jaw-dropping INR 12 crores, RCB decided that they were not getting good value for their money and replaced the left-armer with Adam Milne in the previous match against Rising Pune Supergiant (RPS).

The Kiwi bowler relies solely on his extra pace and hits the deck hard. Although he does not possess subtle variations like Mills, his control seems to be quite reasonable for this format.

On a Rajkot pitch expected to facilitate adequate carry, Milne will be looking to use the short ball to significant effect against Suresh Raina . The left-hander has looked in decent touch in the tournament thus far. But, he did struggle to break the shackles in the preceding game against Mumbai Indians.