IPL 2018: SRH vs RR - 3 key player battles to look forward to

Bhuvaneshwar Kumar vs Jaydev Unadkat

Unadkat was the top Indian player in 2018 auction

The only bowler who even had a chance to win the purple cap last year was Unadkat. Unadkat was not in the XI at the start of the tournament for RPS, but once he got the opportunity, he made full use of it and came very close to Bhuvaneshwar Kumar.

Having played only 12 matches, Undakat picked 24 wickets (Average: 13.41, S/R: 11.45) at an economy of 7.02, slightly better than Bhuvaneshwar Kumar's economy of 7.05. Bhuvi picked up 26 wickets (Average: 14.19, S/R: 12.07) from 14 matches and was always leading in the wicket-taker's list. Unadkat also picked up a hat-trick and maiden over in the last over of SRH innings.

It will be interesting to see whether the top Indian at the auction or Mr. Consistent will come out on the top. This battle is not just for the match but will continue throughout the season.