IPL 2018: Performance report of 5 most expensive buys after week 1 of IPL XI

By Shuvaditya Bose

Modified Apr 14, 2018 05:25 IST

#1 Ben Stokes (Rajasthan Royals)

Enter c — Stokes has not been performing up to last year's standards

Ben Stokes is known for his prowess as a finisher, but Rajasthan is surprisingly using him in the top-order.

He was sent in as No. 4 in the first game, whereas he batted at No. 3 in the second game.

The Rs 12.5 crore player isn't doing well at those positions, as he scored just five runs in one game and 16 in the other.

He got only two overs to bowl so far, in which he has conceded 21 runs. Hence, Stokes of 2018 is miles apart from his performances last year, and Royals want him to get his form back as soon as possible.

Also, they might use Stokes lower down the order, which suits his naturally aggressive brand of batting.

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