IPL 2021: One X-Factor Player for each team

# Kolkata Knight Riders - Varun Chakravarthy

Varun Chakravarthy - Kolkata Knight Riders

From an architect to a mystery spinner, the story of Varun Chakravarthy is no less than a fairy tale . He was the leading wicket-taker for KKR last season with 17 scalps to his name.

Even though the team failed to reach the play-offs, Chakravarthy spearheaded KKR's rally with the ball. His spectacular spells even earned him a call-up to the Indian T20 squad for the tour of Australia.

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# Mumbai Indians - Ishan Kishan

Ishan Kishan - Mumbai Indians

Young wicket-keeper batsman Ishan Kishan has made his name on the international circuit through his attacking brand of cricket. He recently made his debut for Team India against England with a ruthless knock of 56 from 32 balls. He is a beast when it comes to middle over batting and can turn the game quickly into his favor if not dismissed early.

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# Punjab Kings - Dawid Malan

Dawid Malan - Punjab Kings

With an exceptional T20 average of 50.15, Malan currently sits at the top of the ICC rankings for T20 batsmen. Due to his ability to score runs consistently and at a quick pace, he is termed a T20 specialist.

The English batsman will make his debut in the upcoming IPL and will be hoping to carry his rich form and confidence going into the tournament to help his team lift their first ever IPL trophy.