IPL 2022: Flop Overseas XI from the third week of the tournament

A couple of overseas cricketers are yet to make a mark in the tournament

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It has been three weeks since the Indian Premier League (IPL) commenced and we have witnessed some major upsets from overseas hotshots who were vouched by their respective franchises with respect to their expense at the mega auction earlier this year. The 15th edition of IPL promises to be more exciting than before as two new teams entered the arena with squads made from scratch. With a level playing field for all the ten teams, every team has lost at least one game.

Five-time champions, Mumbai Indians (MI) are yet to find their winning ways whereas Chennai Super Kings (CSK) finally got one win under their hat against Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) this week. This season has been pretty much dominated by Indian and overseas youngsters while the stalwarts are yet to find their rhythm. On that note, let’s take a look at the overseas XI for the third week of the tournament.

Flop Overseas XI from the third week of IPL 2022

1. Mathew Wade (GT)

Matthew Wade
Matthew Wade. (Photo Source: IPL/BCCI)

Matthew Wade, believed to be an attacking opening batsman from Australia, has an average of less than 15 till now. While the strike rate is over 100, consistency remains a problem for him. Wade was considered to be a worthy buy as he comes in with his proficient wicket-keeping skills.

Gujarat Titans bought him for INR 2.4 crore, which is yet to be justified by the player. With only one loss in the tournament, Gujarat can turn to another opening pair to prepare for the rest of the tournament. Wriddhiman Saha is waiting for a game and is a great alternative as a wicketkeeper. He has the potential to hit some extra runs in the powerplay.

Wade will have to up the ante soon and improve his performances before time runs out for him. GT should be credited for having patience with him so far and the time has come for the left-hander to deliver.

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