Kings XI Punjab IPL 2016: Predicted XI

9. Kyle Abbott

Kyle Abbott’s skills with the new ball, as well as at the death could be very handy for Kings XI

Kings XI Punjab have made very few changes to their squad this season during the auctions, and Kyle Abbott happens to be one such change.

The South African fast bowler has been a revelation for the Proteas in all forms of the game, and has been a consistent wicket-taking option for them.

In 21 T20I, Abbott has 26 wickets at 22.26, and an economy rate of 7.96, which is very good considering the nature of the game. His abilities to swing the ball as well as bowl well at the death makes him a vital cog in any bowling line-up and Kings XI have made the right move in buying them.

He would be making his IPL debut this year.