IPL 2018 : 5 players that Kings XI Punjab should retain to win the title

4) Axar Patel

Axar has been highly consistent for Punjab over the years

The left hand batsman and slow left arm orthodox bowler is probably one of the most consistent all rounders in the IPL. Awarded as the "Emerging Player of the year" in 2014 edition for picking up 17 wickets, the Gujarat lad was rewarded for his performances with a maiden call up to the Indian Team.

With accuracy being his major weapon over spin, he has been highly effective in containing opponents when the situation demands.

Axar is no mug with the bat and has produced several late inning flourishes for his team. He has picked up 58 wickets in his IPL career at an economy of 7.4 runs per over while also scoring 606 runs in the process.

With so much depth in their ranks, KXIP can definitely be the dark horses in IPL 2018.