IPL 2018: 5 players who could replace Jofra Archer if unavailable

#4 Angelo Mathews

Mathews is a genuine all-rounder option for the Royals

Angelo Mathews is the best all-rounder Sri Lanka has ever produced and is among the best in world cricket at present. He has an impressive record in T20s across the globe.

Mathews has scored 2377 runs in 150 matches at an average of 26 and a strike rate of 121. He has also scalped 79 wickets in 150 matches at an average of 32 and an economy of 7.4 and has four 3-Wicket hauls to his name.

The Sri Lankan all-rounder bats in the death overs and is known for his ability to hit big boundaries. He also bowls in the middle overs and is a partnership breaker. He is a fast bowling all-rounder and can perform the role which was assigned to Jofra Archer for the Royals.