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Mike Hussey

Mike Hussey may not be the first name that comes to mind when you think of successful T20 openers but one look at the record books and you will know that his records, not only in the format but in the IPL as well, is nothing short of exemplary.

Despite only playing 75 matches, the 40-year-old has over 2,500 IPL runs to his name at an average just under 40 and a strike rate of over 120. For an opener, those numbers are simply staggering considering the amount of consistency that is required to maintain an average close to 40. Another thing that he might have going for him is his association with Stephen Fleming and MS Dhoni from his time with Chennai Super Kings.

While age mightnot be everything as far as T20 is concerned, the fact that even at 40, Hussey is fighting fit speaks volumes about his desire. With Hussey being a known quantity and MS Dhoni's preference of going for players whose role he understands, it wouldn't be a surprise if RPSG picked him.