Team-wise one player who deserves a salary hike in IPL 2020

8) Rajasthan Royals – Shreyas Gopal (20 lakhs)

Ever since the Rajasthan Royals left Sharjah, the team has hit a roadblock. They have lost 3 consecutive games. More than the losses, it is the way they have capitulated against the oppositions, which will affect their tempo for the rest of the season. They need to rethink their strategies if they want to make it to the next stage.

Their batting has lost the sting after that initial burst, but the good news is that their bowling unit is getting into their groove. More importantly, the team will be happy with the resurgence of Shreyas Gopal. The leg-spinner put on a good display against Mumbai Indians. He bowled a nagging spell and accounted for two important wickets which will boost his confidence.

Gopal can change the course of a game in a matter of overs, and his 2019 IPL performances are a fine example of that. In that season, he picked up 20 wickets. The other thing about him is that his control over his craft is commendable. He can bowl at any stage of the innings. That’s why he is a key player for the Pink team if they have to get back to the winning ways.

The Royals bagged him in the 2018 auctions for a modest sum of 20 lakhs. At first, it looked like a normal deal, but it has turned into a profitable one in no time. He has shown his capabilities in the last two seasons. So now the franchise should consider him as a valuable asset and also think of renewing his contract. A few more millions to Gopal’s paycheck will ultimately benefit the team only.