IPL 2018: Six players to watch out for in the season opener

Harbhajan Singh (Chennai Super Kings)

Harbhajan Singh

The Turbanator will be playing against his former franchise, whom he represented for ten seasons. Harbhajan, who knows the Wankhede conditions well, will be an automatic choice. He is the third highest wicket-taker in Mumbai-Chennai encounters with 24 wickets to his name. His best performance was way back in the 2011 IPL when he took 5/18 against Chennai at the Wankhede Stadium, leading Mumbai to an eight-run win.

Though the Super Kings have plenty of spin options, Bhajji’s experience will make a huge difference. Playing Harbhajan instead of Imran Tahir will also provide Chennai an opportunity to strengthen their pace attack with their new overseas recruits.