5 Indian players who could become household names after this IPL

The Indian Premier League (IPL) has become a synonym for glamour in the cricketing world. The towering sixes, amazing boundary catches and last ball victories all lead to the excitement of this amazing tournament.The IPL has been fortunate to witness some of the best players in the world in action. From Sachin Tendulkar to Ricky Pointing, Dale Steyn to Lasith Malinga, Jacques Kallis to Muralitharan, all have been a part of this tournament. The list of star players that are or have ever been a part of the IPL is endless.Apart from these already world class star players, there are also some of the younger and lesser known players that come out of shadows not only to perform at the top level but also to make a name for themselves. Every year, the IPL has seen some standout performers and this year will be no different. We will see young players who will surprise the fans and the teams alike by some mesmerizing performances on the field.Here, we take a look at the young Indian prospects who can not only become a household name after this IPL but also make an entry into the national team in the near future.

#1 Deepak Hooda

It can be premature to rate Deepak Hooda as India’s next big all-rounder, but he has recently proven his talent both with the bat and the ball.

In the first three matches that he has played for the Rajasthan Royals, Hooda has an admirable average of 32.33 runs which he has scored at a strike rate of over 220. In the bowling department too, he has been decent. With a miserly economy rate of 4.60 in the T20 version, his efforts can only be appreciated.

Hooda is a complete all-round package. He was one of India’s top performers in the Under-19 World Cup last year where he was not only the second highest run-getter but also the second highest wicket-taker.

This IPL season has been like a dream start for Hooda. We can only hope that he continues to deliver such performances. He certainly has a very bright future ahead of him.