IPL 2019: One injury replacement player for every position 

Shreyas
The two old warhorses, Baz and Steyn will be in top contention for replacement spots
The two old warhorses, Baz and Steyn will be in top contention for replacement spots

All Rounder- Jimmy Neesham/Jason Holder

This is one of the most common positions where players get injured and teams search for replacements. There are many options in the list of unsold players who are all-rounders including top-price bracket Corey Anderson but two players who stand out are Jimmy Neesham and Jason Holder. Neesham made his comeback to the Kiwi limited overs setup with a bang.

He has had an illustrious T20 career and his hard-hitting batsman and a very clever bowler much like James Faulkner. His IPL career with the Delhi side wasn't a one to remember but he can make amends if he plays for any side this year. While Neesham is the more adventurous option, one can settle to be safe with dependable Jason Holder who can bat and is a decent bowler.


Spin Bowler- Adam Zampa

Adam Zampa was excellent against India in the T20I series and has had a great time in IPL before including a stunning six-wicket haul in 2016 for the Rising Pune Super Giants. He surprisingly went unsold but can make a re-entry through the replacement system.

One of the better T20 leg spinners, Zampa is more about beating the batsman for pace or bowling with accuracy rather than turn and this will help him if the IPL is held in South Africa.

Another possible pick would be Big Bash regular Fawad Ahmed who has been phenomenal playing in the Big Bash League and possesses great stats.


Fast Bowler- Dale Steyn

Dale Steyn has proved that he has still got a lot left in him when he made a stunning comeback to the national side. Whether he will make it to the World Cup squad competing with Morris, Ngidi and Rabada, Steyn can be counted upon as a replacement option.

Steyn's illustrious IPL record speaks volumes about how he manages to strike fear in batsmen and despite getting older, the fire hasn't died.

He displayed his skills against Australia in spells of excellent fast bowling and if given opportunities, the veteran can shine and will be licking his lips at the prospect of playing in the IPL again despite not being initially drafted in.

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