IPL 2017: Gujarat Lions vs Kolkata Knight Riders, 5 factors of winning

#4 X-factor

Will Sunil Narine be back to his best?

It was shocking to see GL not roping in any big bowler for the current edition after suffering heavily in that department in the previous season. Their X-factor lies in their top-order, who can put the opposition at sixes and sevens if clicks. McCullum and Raina will be the man to watch out for and get big runs for their bowler to defend.

KKR’s X-factor lies in their spin duo of Narine and Yadav. Narine did well in the recently concluded Pakistan Super League while Kuldeep was instrumental in his Test debut. Both are mystery bowlers and difficult for any batsmen to pick them through the hand. Narine of late has also showcased his ability to strike big with the bat and one shouldn’t be shocked if he bats at 4 or 5. If KKR are to win, these two bowlers will have to do well and bag wickets.