ISL 2017 Match 1: Kerala Blasters vs ATK - Top 5 players who can make an impact on the game

#3 Sandesh Jhingan

Jhingan will have his work cut out against ATK's forwards

How successful Kerala can be against ATK will largely depend on how they build from the back. In Sandesh Jhingan, the Blasters have a solid centre-back, who is one of the best Indian defenders in the business and the captain of the side.

He's versatile but more importantly, he's a leader who is never afraid to voice his opinion on the pitch. Jhingan is a no-nonsense defender and you will never see him play dangerous give-and-gos near his own penalty area. He certainly brings a sense of reliability in the team.