ICC Champions Trophy 2017: 5 uncelebrated players who could rise for their respective nations

LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 26 : Chris Lynn of Australia hits a six during the ICC Champions Trophy Warm-up match between Australia and Sri Lanka at the Kia Oval cricket ground on May 26, 2017 in London, England. (Photo by Philip Brown/Getty Images)
Chris Lynn has been in rollicking form in T20 cricket

#3 Andile Phehlukwayo (South Africa)

SOUTHAMPTON, ENGLAND - MAY 27: Andile Phehlukwayo of South Africa bowls during the Royal London ODI match between England and South Africa at The Ageas Bowl on May 27, 2017 in Southampton, England. (Photo by Charlie Crowhurst/Getty Images)
The Proteas all-rounder has impressed in the few games he has played

South Africa started their preparations for the Champions Trophy scouting for all-round talent in the country. They were struggling to balance their squad with the no.7 spot a question mark until Chris Morris walked in and sealed his berth. Phehlukwayo came much later but proved to be a fearless cricketer with his hitting and uncanny bowling style.

The all-rounder can bowl a slew of cutters and slower deliveries apart from possessing a good yorker, making him a valuable asset. He emerged the leading wicket-taker in his debut series against the Aussies and showed he can excel just about anywhere when he dismissed Alex Hales and Joe Root in quick succession in the first ODI against England.

A powerful batsman down the order, Phehlukwayo helped David Miller chase down a mammoth 371 set by the Aussies in the third ODI in Durban this February. Phehlukwayo is one newbie to watch out for.

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