Duleep Trophy 2016: Top 5 performers from the tournament

Kuldeep Yadav

Before the start of the Duleep Trophy, Kuldeep Yadav had just played 10 first-class matches but at the conclusion of the tournament, although he has only played 13, he finished it with 17 wickets and enhanced his reputation in the longest format of the game.

In the tournament, not only did he register his career-best performance for India Red with the ball but also proved himself to be a more than handy batsman with the willow as he got only second first-class fifty and his career-best score with the bat as well. Given the need for multi-dimensional cricketers, his performances won't go unnoticed.

Another thing that the 21-year-old showcased effectively is his ability to bowl the top spinner and googly consistently. As a chinaman, he provides the team with an alternative and it won't be a surprise if he gets a game as India kick off their home season should continue his impressive performance with the ball in the Ranji Trophy.