Xtra Time Web Desk : The Indian Premier League over the years has been a breakthrough tournament for cricketers all over the world. Not only the Indian talents, but the biggest franchise league in the world has given birth to many a stars in it’s own right.
Also, this season hasn’t been any different from the others as it has indeed given many a foreign cricketers the platform to shine brightly. So here are 5 such foreign cricketers who have performed the best this season :
Jos Buttler : With a century and a 70 already to his name Rajasthan Royals’ star opener Jos Buttler has continued with his form and has taken the tournament by storm to say the least. Being the purple cap holder currently, the Englishman has shown his prowess with the bat in hand over the last few seasons and is for sure one of the contenders to be the player of the season.
Wanindu Hasaranga : The star Sri Lankan leg spinning all rounder has been no less than a revelation for Royal Challengers Bangalore, this season. With already having picked 10 wickets in this season’s IPL, the leggie has been indeed a threat to all the other franchises this season.
Quinton De Kock : The Proteas wicketkeeper-batter has been a pillar in the opening stand for Lucknow Super Giants as he was for his former franchise, Mumbai Indians. Having already amassed 188 runs in the tournament so far, the South African too is a contender for the Orange cap this season.
Shimron Hetmyer : The 26 year old has redefined himself in this season’s IPL and has enacted so far as a proper finisher for his franchise Rajasthan Royals. With having played consistently on a row, this year could be a breakthrough season for the West Indian.
Maheesh Theekshana : The young Sri Lankan pacer has been the star of the Chennai Super Kings bowling line up so far. With a brilliant match winning 4 wicket haul against Royal Challengers Bangalore, the 21 year old has surely taken up the bar of expectation pretty high.