5 Indian players whose careers blossomed after leaving KXIP

Dinesh Karthik
Dinesh Karthik

#1 Dinesh Karthik

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Dinesh Karthik
Dinesh Karthik

Letting go of Dinesh Karthik is easily one of the biggest blunders made by Kings XI Punjab. Dinesh Karthik, the Kolkata Knight Riders captain, was a part of Kings XI Punjab franchise in 2011.

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Though he was bought for a massive sum of $900,000, he was traded to Mumbai Indians in 2012 after he managed to score paltry 282 runs from 14 matches at a dismal average of 25.63.

The trade to Mumbai Indians proved to be a blessing in disguise for Dinesh Karthik as he redeemed himself with outstanding performances to his name. He was a vital cog for Mumbai Indians and played a crucial role in Mumbai Indians' title victory in 2013.

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He is currently the captain of Kolkata Knight Riders and has fulfilled the role of a captain without any flaw as his average recorded up to 49.80 last season. Dinesh Karthik has reached greater heights in his career after moving from Kings XI Punjab.

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