KPL 2017: 5 young talents that emerged this season

#4 Abhinav Manohar (Ballari Tuskers)

Manohar was in fine form for the Tuskers

Matches - 5| Runs - 117| Average - 23.4| Strike Rate - 188.7

One of the key members of the Ballari Tuskers middle-order, Abhinav Manohar slotted into the finisher's role right from the first game of the tournament, when he blasted an 18-ball 35 laced with four sixes and one four to take Ballari close to victory.

In the next match against Mysuru, Abhinav walked in with the Tuskers tottering at 70-4 while chasing 162 and his whirlwind knock of 47 from just 24 balls ensured the Tuskers registered their first win of the tournament whilst also earning him the MOM award. Against the Panthers, the right-hander scored a quickfire 10-ball 21 but it did not suffice as the Tuskers went on to lose the game.

A rare failure against Bengaluru in their next game after being pushed up the order was followed by a 5-ball 12 run cameo comprising a six and a four, as the big-hitter finished with 117 runs from 5 games at an outstanding strike rate of 188.7.