Analysis: Rajkot squad for IPL 2016

Analysis: Rajkot squad for IPL 2016: Rajkot will be happy to have bagged the likes of Suresh Raina and Ravindra Jadeja. Indian all-rounder, Jadeja is sending waves across the cricketing circuit and Rajkot will not only have a performer but also a face for their team in Jaddu. He will have former CSK mate Dwayne Bravo and one of the finest T20 all-rounder’s James Faulkner for company in the all-round department. Fans are also delighted to see Brendon McCullum in the squad. The New Zealand skipper can turn the match on its head at any given point. Here is the analysis of the Rajkot squad for IPL 2016: 1. Suresh Raina: Suresh Raina. (Photo Source: BCCI) He has played the most number of IPL matches. He has most runs in the IPL and he has been one of the most successful batsmen in this format. Rajkot has pinned its hope on Raina, and he will make sure the fire lives on. Apart from notching up 3699 runs, the useful “part-time” bowler has 24 wickets to his name. With the squad filled with explosive batsmen, Raina can be the calm factor and at the same time, he can change gears at ease. Also Read – Analysis: Pune squad for IPL 2016 2. Ravindra Jadeja: Ravindra Jadeja. (Photo Source: BCCI) The sensation of the season in Indian cricket, Ravindra Jadeja has finally found a place where he belongs after playing for Rajasthan, Kochi and Chennai previously. Jaddu has scored 1383 runs from 111 matches with the bat and picked up 69 wickets to his credit. He will have a big role to play and clearly, Jadeja is going to be the X-factor for Rajkot. 3. Brendon McCullum: Brendon McCullum. (Photo Source: BCCI) The format suits him the best. His 158* in the inaugural match of IPL is still fresh on the minds of fans and the New Zealand fire-power will look to take things to the next level. He has 2000 plus runs in IPL and held onto 28 catches. McCullum will be the driving force for Rajkot as he has done wonders for KKR and CSK in the past. 4. James Faulkner: James Faulkner. (Photo Source: BCCI) The Australian all-rounder has established himself in the shortest format of the game, and he will be the man to watch out for, as he brings his ability to perform with both bat and ball. He has an average of 22 plus in IPL and a staggering strike rate of 145.05. He has also picked up 51 wickets from 45 games. When it comes to reaching the finishing line, James is a man who can make the difference. 5. Dwayne Bravo: Dwayne Bravo. (Photo Source: BCCI) The West Indies all-rounder is an entertainer. He has been phenomenal for Chennai Super Kings and he has lifted Mumbai Indians too. Rajkot will be happy to have Bravo in their squad, as he can be equally dangerous with both bat and ball. His slower balls can make any batsman look silly and his massive hits can help Rajkot snatch victory from a challenging scenario.

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