ISL 2017: 5 best midfielders - Round 5

#2 Dhanpal Ganesh - Chennaiyin FC

Ganesh grabbed the headlines in the local derby between Bengaluru and Chennaiyin (Photo: ISL)

Dhanpal Ganesh proved to be the unlikely match winner for Chennaiyin FC scoring a late winner to help Chennaiyin FC recover from their defeat and condemn Bengaluru FC to only their second defeat in ISL 2017/18.

The strongly built midfielder impressed with his energy and tough tackling on the night and earned the plaudits for his display. The 23-year old has attempted 11 tackles so far and his energy has meant that Chennaiyin FC’s defence has received enough protection.

Ganesh’s defensive nous and reading of the game is highlighted by his tally of 9 interceptions, the most by a Chennaiyin FC midfielder in the competition so far.