2. Jang Kun Lee – South Korea (Bengal Warriors)
Four seasons are over in PKL and Bengal Warriors’ Jang Kun Lee continues to be their talisman. Ever since he joined the Bengal team in 2014, he has been their most consistent performer.
This season was no exception. A shoulder injury had robbed the 23-year-old raider a chance to play at his full potential in the initial stages of the PKL4, but when he did take the mat, he was nothing short of scintillating. The affable South Korean, who is very popular in the franchise’s home in Kolkata, always plays his best in front of his adoring fans.
Thus it was no surprise when his speed and acrobatics brought his side 13 points twice in the City of Joy, one of which was against then-table toppers Jaipur Pink Panthers. In a battle of two teams placed at opposite ends of the spectrum, Lee inspired his teammates to an unexpected 32-25 win over the former champions that left the crowd spellbound.
Lee’s exceptional skills saw him accounting for 4.45 successful raids per match.
