IPL 2018: 5 unsold all-rounders who may return as injury replacements

#3 Thisara Perera

Thisara Perera, the fast bowling all-rounder from Sri Lanka has been one of the most effective players in the limited over formats over the years. Perera has not played many matches in the IPL but carries enough T20 experience.

Perera, who was known for his bowling ability, is slowly losing his shine as a bowler but has become doubly effective with the bat. Batting in the middle order, he regularly contributes runs and can often be seen finishing matches for his team.

Playing in 72 T20 internationals for Sri Lanka, Perera has scored 959 runs at a fierce strike rate of 152.46 and has taken 50 wickets at an economy of 9.04. Overseeing his batting performances in the recent times, he may form a potent replacement option for teams looking for a finisher who can bowl.