Why Kings XI Punjab is the team to watch out for at VIVO IPL 2018

KXIP have had an inconsistent, and frankly, disappointing stint in their 10 seasons in this tournament so far. Things are looking up this season, with fresh faces, fresh ideas and a fresh approach as they look to win their first ever IPL trophy.

Here are 5 reasons why this could finally be their year. Tickets to the home matches in Indore are available on Insider.in, the official ticketing partner.

#1 Varied attacking options at the top of the order

KL Rahul has had a stupendous start to VIVO IPL 2018, smashing the fastest ever IPL 50 along the way, and in Chris Gayle and Aaron Finch, the Kings have two of the most destructive opening batsmen in the world.

In their first three games, the Kings have used three different opening combinations and few teams can boast the luxury of such options at the top. Rahul and Gayle have quickfire 50s already and are batting with strike rates in excess of 190. With Mayank Agarwal part of the squad as well, he gives them an Indian option that enables Ashwin to rest and rotate as and when necessary.

Their runs at the start of the innings will be crucial in helping KXIP set big scores or chase targets down.