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Mohammed Shami (Delhi Daredevils)

Delhi Daredevils used the Right to Match to avail Mohammed Shami's services for this season. The fast-bowler is one of India's best Test bowlers with his accuracy and skiddy nature difficult to deal with.

On his day, he's capable of running through a side single-handedly with his reverse swing bowling. He was also India's best bowler in the 2015 World Cup. However, Shami's progress has been hampered by the cycle of injuries suffered over the past few years.

Shami has surprisingly failed to step up in the IPL tournaments. With South African speedster Kagiso Rabada ruled out for the season, the onus was on Shami to lead the Delhi attack. Shami though has turned in listless performances as he has been hammered to all parts whenever he has bowled.

Across 14 overs in 4 matches, he's managed to pick up just 3 wickets. He's also conceded runs at an extremely expensive economy rate of 10.40. Most certainly not the numbers expected from your strike bowler.

Delhi Daredevils have tried alternatives in place of Shami in the previous two matches and Avesh Khan has shown promise. Shami will have to take his place on the best and then wait for his turn.