IPL 9: Murali Vijay replaces David Miller as KXIP captain

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Murali Vijay replaced David Miller as captain of Kings XI Punjab. Image Source: twitter@lionsdenkxip

Internet Desk: Kings XI Punjab has appointed Murali Vijay as the captain of Kings XI Punjab for the remainder of IPL season 9.The Kings find themselves struggling at the bottom of the IPL table with 2 points after 6 matches.

The franchise in a statement said,“Kings XI Punjab announces M Vijay as the Captain for Kings XI Punjab for the remaining part of the IPL 2016 tournament. David Miller continues to be an integral part of the team and is a very strong player of the squad.”

Vijay, who was picked up by the franchise before 2015 edition has till now scored 143 runs from six matches.

Kings will face table toppers Gujarat Lions in Rajkot on Sunday.