IPL 2014
CHENNAI SUPER KINGS
DELHI DAREDEVILS
KINGS XI PUNJAB
MUMBAI INDIANS
RAJASTHAN ROYALS
ROYAL CHALLENGERS BANGALORE
SUNRISERS HYDERABAD
KOLKATA KNIGHT RIDERS
IPL 2014 HD WALLPAPERS
DELHI DAREDEVILS
KINGS XI PUNJAB
MUMBAI INDIANS
RAJASTHAN ROYALS
ROYAL CHALLENGERS BANGALORE
SUNRISERS HYDERABAD
KOLKATA KNIGHT RIDERS
KINGS XI PUNJAB 2014 TEAM
Kings XI Punjab
Despite having some big players in their squad, Kings XI Punjab hasn’t really been able to live up to the expectations. With Adam Gilchrist retiring last season, there will be a big hole in the side. Yet there are players whom the owners are likely to hang on to. The players who are likely to retained are as following:
1. David Hussey: Known to be more a destructive batsman on his day, Hussey is also a match-winner like his elder brother. He was bought for US $1.4 million in 2011 and has more than 5,000 runs to his name in T20 cricket.
2. David Miller: The South African had an wonderful 2013 season with Punjab. He had a batting average of 59.71, scoring 418 runs from 12 matches. He provides strength to the middle-order and is a hard-hitter of the ball. His whirlwind ton against Bangalore last year has increased his reputation and shown what he is capable of.
3. Ryan Harris: He is a key bowler for any side, if he stays injury free. There is no substitute for quality and he brings that onto the table with his pace bowling.
4. Azhar Mahmood: He is one of the most successful T20 all-rounders in the world. Azhar can swing the ball both ways and is handy as a lower middle-order batsman. Hed helped Punjab win a couple of matches last season and is quite surely here to stay with them.
5. Piyush Chawla: Along with Ryan Harris, Piyush Chawla has been the highest wicket-taker for Punjab. Even though he is regarded as a leg-spinning all-rounder, Chawla is yet to perform with the bat. He has been a big asset for the Mohali based franchise.
THE TEAM "KINGS XI PUNJAB":
ROYAL CHALLENGERS BANGALORE 2014 TEAM
Royal Challengers Bangalore
The most entertaining side in the league, Bangalore has a lot of players to look up to. Here are some of them who the franchise is likely to retain.
1. Virat Kohli: As one of the best batsman in the world, he is Bangalore’s prized possession. A batsman who can perform under pressure, Kohli is aggressive and energetic, as a captain and fielder.
2. Chris Gayle: Quite simply the most coveted play in T20 cricket who has to his credit the most number of sixes and highest individual score. His last three season aggregates reads: 708, 733 and 608. A big hitter and a handy off-spinner, Gayle is a crowd-puller.
3. AB de Villiers: AB de Villiers has been the man who has snatched victory from the jaws of defeat numerous times. He provides stability to the RCB middle-order. Apart from being an excellent wicket-keeper, he can be an excellent fielder too. After buying him for US$1.1 million, it is unlikely that Bangalore will let go of the world’s No 1 ODI batsman.
4. Tillakaratne Dilshan: Providing strength to RCB as an opener, Tillakaratne Dilshan is a must. One of the best fielders, who can bowl handy off-spin, Dilshan and Gayle makes an explosive opening pair for Bangalore.
5. Cheteshwar Pujara: He isn’t a hard-hitting batsman, but Cheteshwar Pujara provides strength and balance in the team. Even though he has hardly played in the IPL, you would want him to hold your innings together.
THE TEAM "ROYAL CHALLENGERS BANGALORE":
SUNRISERS HYDERABAD 2014 TEAM
Sunrisers Hyderabad
The reformed Hyderabad franchise has had a wonderful 2013. They reached the play-offs but were defeated by Rajasthan. They do need a few players to strengthen the promise and it would be interesting to see whom they retain and also bid for.
Following are the ones Sunrisers Hyderabad are likely to retain.
1. Shikhar Dhawan: The Indian opener has been one of the rising young stars in the current Indian side. He is in top form and has scored five ODI tons in 2013. Dhawan is in the form of his life.
2. Dale Steyn: The world’s most dreaded pacer has been the nightmare for the batsmen. Quick and on the target, he can swing the ball both ways. A major force in their bowling department, Hyderabad should keep him in their side.
3. Thisara Perera: The Sri Lankan star has been an impact player for the franchise, and a genuine match-winner for the team. In the 2013 auction, Sunrisers grabbed Perera for USD 675,000
4. Cameron White: An important player in the side, White can give it a go in T20 cricket. Not only that, but his sound cricketing mind should also be factored in.
5. Quinton de Kock: The young wicket-keeper has shown his quality in recent times and Hyderabad may want to invest in this tyro now. .
THE TEAM "SUNRISERS HYDERABAD':
RAJASTHAN ROYALS 2014 TEAM
Rajasthan Royals
Having Rahul Dravid and Shane Warne in the team helped Rajasthan reach highs. In the absence of these two stalwarts, Rajasthan has to be very careful in retaining their star resources.
Following are the players that RR will look to retain.
1. Ajinkya Rahane: In the last two seasons, Rahane has been phenomenal. He smashed 560 runs in 2012 season and 488 in 2013. He comes with the ability of scoring big runs on a regular basis with a unique calm and composed temperament. After Dravid’s retirement, Rahane will be the batsman to watch out for.
2. Shane Watson: The Australian provides balance to the Rajasthan squad. Like his Australian counterpart Warner, Watson can destroy the opposition. He has been quite successful in IPL with the ball as well., He took 13 wickets and scored 543 runs in 2013 season.
3. Brad Hodge: One of the most experienced T20 players, he has been a star in the limited-overs format. Known to be a T20 specialist, Hodge brings value to the Rajasthan middle-order.
4. James Faulkner: The Australian youngster brings value in the bowling department and comes handy as a batsman. His recent performances in India have shown his quality and Rajasthan would be happy to retain him.
5. Pravin Tambe: He has been the revelation of the 2013 season. Tambe gave a fitting reply to those who said that age matters in T20 cricket as he took the most wickets for Rajasthan at the CLT20 2013 having made his IPL debut at the age of 41.
THE TEAM "RAJASTHAN ROYALS":
KOLKATA KNIGHT RIDERS 2014 TEAM
Kolkata Knight Riders
Shahrukh Khan’s franchise will find it difficult to let go of many players. They have as many as 11 players who they would like to retain. Let’s see the players Kolkata will choose first up:
1. Gautam Gambhir: If KKR won the IPL title in 2012, it was largely due to Gautam Gambhir’s captaincy. He has been one of the team’s leading run scorer and the balance that he provides as an opener, Gambhir will surely be retained.
2. Jacques Kallis: The South African all-rounder was one of their main weapons. He has been one of the major all-rounders in the world and has been well utilized by the Kolkata franchise. His experience has helped the team get out of dire situations.
3. Brendon McCullum: A weapon of mass destruction! McCullum will always be remembered for his sensational blitz in the first match of the inaugural IPL, when he scored the then highest individual score in T20 cricket. Is a match-winner with the bat who also brings in added value as a ‘keeper.
4. Mohammed Shami: Even though the franchise has not used him as much as one would have liked, his stocks have soared since the last IPL. KKR will feel blessed to have this rising start in their ranks.
5. Sunil Narine: The mystery weapon of the Kolkata team, Narine is one reason why Kolkata won the 2012 title. His deliveries are yet to be deciphered by many batsmen and he has been one of the most successful spinners in recent times. Kolkata have to retain him.
THE TEAM "KOLKATA KNIGHT RIDERS":
DELHI DAREDEVILS 2014 TEAM
Delhi Daredevils
Delhi Daredevils (DD) have had mixed fortunes in the IPL and some would say that they have faltered at critical junctures. They have come close to qualification for the final a few times have collapsed under pressure. Even though they have some great players in the side, they have been unable to utilize their talents. Let us see the players that Delhi are likely to retain.
1. David Warner: There is no way Delhi Daredevils will let go of the Australian opener. Warner is in great form in the ongoing Ashes series and has done pretty well for Delhi. He packs a punch at the top and is a good batsman to have upfront.
2. Virender Sehwag: He forms the other half of a feared opening combination with Warner. On his day, can destroy the best of the bowlers in the world, though his fortunes have been on the downswing. In 2012, he was only five runs short of scoring 500 runs in an IPL season. One of the most experienced players in the Delhi franchise, it will not be an easy decision for DD to make with regard to retaining him.
3. Kevin Pietersen: The England star injects energy in the Delhi batting order. With a superb technique and good grasp for the game, Pietersen has scored 634 runs from 21 IPL matches at an average of 42.26. A huge weapon for Delhi, he is a must-retain for DD.
4. Morne Morkel: One of the leading pacers and an important member of the South African team, he can trouble the batsman with deliveries fired on the block hole and discomforting pace. Delhi will retain him for his ability to bowl line and length in the death overs.
5. Umesh Yadav: An Indian who bowls genuinely fast. Considering the team needs adequate representation from India, Yadav is likely to be retained.
THE TEAM "DELHI DAREDEVILS":
MUMBAI INDIANS 2014 TEAMS
Mumbai Indians
Mumbai Indians (MI) had a stellar 2013 as they won the Indian Premier League (IPL) and the Champions League T20 (CLT20). Such is the strength in their squad that it is difficult to pick five they would retain. Nevertheless, here are a few names that may be the preferred options:
1.Rohit Sharma: Riding high on his recent impressive form and also guiding the team to two title wins this year, retaining him is a no-brainer. The Indian ODI opener scored 409 runs from 19 matches in 2013 season.
2.Dinesh Karthik: After Dhoni, Dinesh Karthik has been most favoured wicketkeeper-batsman in India. In his 92 IPL matches, he has scored 1,741 runs. Being a senior player and having Mahendra Singh Dhoni in the side the experience of playing international cricket, MI is likely to retain Karthik over local Aditya Tare or Ambati Rayudu.
3.Mitchell Johnson: Sachin Tendulkar had said that the Australian pacer will be the player to watch out for before the start of the ongoing Ashes series. Johnson has lived up to Tendulkar’s prophecy. And how! Johnson is also a handy with the bat lower down the order.
4.Lasith Malinga: The slinger is a must one would say. He may not be as dangerous as he was earlier, but on his day, he can run through any side with his disconcerting action and toe-crushing yorkers.
5.Kieron Pollard: The West Indies big hitter has been in the team for his all-round ability. On his day, he can change the face of the game in an instant. In 2013 edition, he scored 420 runs in 18 matches at an average of 42.00. He has taken 51 wickets from 62 IPL matches. An impact player.
TEAM "MUMBAI INDIANS" :
CHENNAI SUPER KINGS 2014 TEAM
Chennai Super Kings
Chennai have been the team to beat under Mahendra Singh Dhoni and had their core intact for the first six years. Chennai are likely to retain the following players:
1. MS Dhoni: He is the face of Chennai and the biggest factor in their success. A proven match-winner with his calm and inspiring leadership an destructive batting.
2. Ravindra Jadeja: The year 2013 has been wonderful for the Saurashtra all-rounder. Former Rajasthan Royals captain Shane Warne called him ‘Rockstar’ for his all-round abilities. Chennai bought him for a whooping US$ 2 million and should retain him in all likelihood to maintain the balance of their side.
3. Ravichandran Ashwin: One of India’s leading spinners, Ashwin has been a force to reckon with for Chennai . If Chennai won in 2010 and 2011, , it was largely due to Ashwin’s remarkable consistency as a wicket-taker. Unless Chennai have other plans, Ashwin would be retained as their primary spin arsenal.
4. Dwayne Bravo: The West Indies One-Day International (ODI) captain was the Purple Cap holder in last year’s edition. He took 32 wickets from 18 matches at an amazing average of 15.53. With the bat in hand, he gives it a serious whack and is a game-changer in every department. He is one of the most sought after T20 specialists in the world.
5. Suresh Raina: He has played 99 matches for Chennai and has scored 2,802 runs. Another player who gets multiple values: a match-winner with the bat, sensational fielder and more than useful bowler.
AND PRESENTING THE "CHENNAI SUPER KINGS":
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