10 players who were the toughest opponents of their current IPL 2018 teams in the past 

#5 - Gautam Gambhir

Gautam Gambhir contributed significantly to many KKR wins over Delhi Daredevils

Gambhir expressed his adoration for the Delhi Daredevils, returning to their fold this season. Afterall, it is his first IPL franchise and his home city. Yet, when Gambhir switched teams in 2011 to Kolkata Knight Riders, he stopped short of nothing in giving the Daredevils a tough time.

In fact, in a way, Gambhir can be given credit for Kolkata winning against Delhi more often during his time as captain. Perhaps, knowing the conditions at the Feroz Shah Kotla and having played many of their bowlers before in other competitions, was crucial to his success.

He turned out to be the highest run-getter against Delhi amongst all KKR batsmen. On the all-time highest run-getters list, Gambhir sits on the 8th position. Here are some of his numbers against the Daredevils in 7 seasons –

Matches 14, Runs 413, Average 34.41, Strike rate 124.39

Gambhir’s highest score of 71* against them came in their IPL 2017 match in Kolkata, as the hosts chased down 161 with utmost and incredible ease. Will he inflict the same pain on his former franchise? Gambhir vs KKR will be a battle to watch out for!