IPL 2017: 5 reasons why Parthiv Patel should be dropped

#5 Provides an opportunity to try other batsmen or combinations

Rayudu could be back in place of Patel as soon as he is fit

MI have a very good pool of local players waiting in the wings for an opportunity to prove their mettle. And dropping Parthiv could provide them with an opportunity to try other combinations.

Also, Ambati Rayudu, who has been out of action since he suffered a groin injury while fielding in the first game, could be back in place of Patel as soon as he is fit. Rayudu has been a stalwart of their batting and will bring a lot to the table with his experience. On his day the talented right-hander can be a match winner.

The likes of Saurabh Tiwary and Jagadeesha Suchith are other options if they look to try different combinations.