Delhi Capitals - Axar Patel
Delhi Capitals has one of the best teams ahead of the auctions. However, their spin department may have concerns after they released Shahbaz Nadeem and Abhishek Sharma. Mishra is not like his usual self and so, Delhi will target a spinner at the auctions.
They also need an Indian all-rounder and hence, Axar Patel will be a good option. He is a good fielder and has plenty of IPL experience which could help the team win their first ever trophy.
Sunrisers Hyderabad - Shimron Hetymer
Sunrisers Hyderabad possesses a squad which can do with not taking part in the auctions next week. However, Middle-Order has been an issue for them since the past few seasons. Yusuf Pathan's form is not known and Shakib may not be available for the entire tournament. Hence, Manish Pandey needs a suitable companion in the middle-order.
Shimron Hetymer could be the answer as the youngster has been in great form and done well on Indian pitches. SRH has a strong top-order and with a player like Hetymer batting below them, SRH could repeat the heroics of 2016 next year.
Rajasthan Royals - Shivam Dubey
Rajasthan Royals have a strong core set of players and they will need some reinforcements in the bowling department. They have released Jaydev Unadkat and Ben Stokes' a availability is a concern.
Hence, rising all-rounder Shivam Dubey could be a good signing for RR. He will contribute in both departments of the game and has a great career ahead of him. He could give the much-needed balance to the squad and help them become champions next year.
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