By Krishnendu Banerjee
Known for his big-hitting prowess, Hardik Pandya is a premier all-rounder and one of the most effective finishers in the IPL. With a strike rate of 153.73 as a finisher, MI captain will be the one to watch out for.
The GOAT, the iconic finisher MS Dhoni has repeatedly guided CSK to victory in high-pressure situations. He can finish matches, putting the opposition under pressure whenever he is on the crease.
MS Dhoni 28 off 9 IPL 2024
MS Dhoni 28 off 9 IPL 2024
Remember his 5 sixes against Yash Dayal against GT? Yes, the stylish power-hitter, Rinku Singh has quickly earned a reputation as a reliable finisher for KKR.
Rinku Singh
Rinku Singh
The Ice Man Rahul Tewatia can deliver under pressure. He has shown that multiple times and he is the chase master in the Gujarat Titans team. But not many in the side has the ability to finish matches like Tewatia.
His nickname Killer Miller has come from his brutal assault on bowlers in death. He is in form and in his new franchise, the South African will be eager to play a crucial role in challenging situations.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru will rely on Tim David’s powerful hitting to steer difficult matches in their favour. He has a strike rate of 158.91 when he batted in the middle-order. After a mixed stint with MI, he will be eager to prove his worth.
Shimron Hetmyer's knack for explosive performances in the final overs makes him one of the most dangerous finishers in the IPL. RR will rely heavily on him to blaze through bowlers for big totals or chase down a target.
Heinrich Klaasen had almost won the T20 World Cup for South Africa against India. But that was not one-off. Klaasen has consistently delivered as a finisher with effortlessly hitting sixes against both pace and spin, making him a dangerous batter.
After a dramatic auction pick, Shashank Singh emerged as one of the best finishers in IPL 2024. After getting retained, he will aim to deliver similar performances again for PBKS.
Tristan Stubbs has the potential to change games. He has shown glimpses of that in IPL. He is known for his explosive hitting, versatility, and ability to thrive under pressure.