IPL 2018: 5 reasons why Kolkata Knight Riders can win IPL XI

#4- Experienced middle-order

Dinesh Karthik

If the opening pair is all about big-hitting and lynching the bowlers, the number three and four of KKR will provide stability to the innings. In case KKR lose two of their openers within the first six overs, they can rely on the massively experienced duo of the new skipper Dinesh Karthik, and the hero behind many dramatic KKR wins, Robin Uthappa.

Both Karthik and Uthappa have been a part of the tournament since its inception and knows every detail of the annual cricketing fiesta. While the former averaged more than 35 runs last year, Uthappa scored around 30 odd runs in every match. With the necessary experience in their kitty, they are the ones KKR loyalists will be looking forward to in critical situations.