Top 3 New Zealand players to watch out for in IPL 2024

The stage is set and the bugle has been blown. Another thrilling roller coaster known as the Indian Premier League is back with all its buzz. This biggest showpiece of T20 cricket in the world will not just determine the fate of ten star-studded franchises but numerous players as well, just before the T20 World Cup. 

National teams will keep a close eye on their players because there cannot be a better parameter to evaluate a player’s form than IPL. A lot of overseas players will also be looking to exploit this opportunity to claim a spot in their respective national teams for the T20 World Cup. Let us take a look at 3 New Zealand players to watch out for in IPL 2024. 

1. Rachin Ravindra

One of the most exciting young sensations in world cricket, Rachin Ravindra, will be featuring in the IPL for the first time. He had an extraordinary campaign with the bat in the 2023 ODI World Cup held in India. His countrymate Devon Conway has been ruled out of the season due to an injury which has opened space for him to occupy the opener’s role. It would be interesting to see how he approaches this role as Chennai Super Kings will be expecting an impactful season from him.

2. Daryl Mitchell

Here is another Kiwi player who will ply his trade for Chennai Super Kings. The 5-time champions broke the bank for Daryl Mitchell who has been in some mind-blowing recently. He is a great value addition to the franchise as Mitchell can be an important figure in the middle order. 

His track record in Indian conditions is another thing that makes him an asset to his team. Daryl Mitchell is known for grinding hard till the last ball is bowled and these are the players that MS Dhoni likes to operate with. Fans will be expecting some fireworks from the experienced New Zealander. 

3. Lockie Ferguson

There are a few bowlers who are always in demand when it comes to the shortest format and Lockie Ferguson is one of those names. His extra pace makes him stand apart. However, he has not been in the best of wicket-taking form for quite some time now. He has also not been impressive in the last few seasons of the IPL. This season he will be playing for Royal Challengers Bangalore and bowling at the Chinnaswamy Stadium, a venue that is a hell for bowlers. His progress in the season will be worth observing as RCB would rely on him for breakthroughs. 

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