Most Dangerous Team of IPL 2022

If one enjoys the sport of Cricket, they must be well-versed in the notion of Hong Kong Sixes. Having begun in 1992, the game of six players and five overs gained popularity in the 2000s, just before T20 cricket. When the concept of the T20s had not yet been presented to the globe, it was a unique approach to the sport.

By 2022, the game is no longer played since the last competition was held in 2017. Nonetheless, the thought remains in mind. With the IPL 2022, the world’s hottest T20 competition, underway, how about we make a tournament mashup and call it an IPL 6-a-side event?

After the Mega Auctions 2022 held in Bengaluru on the 12th and 13th, clubs eagerly anticipate the next IPL season.

Mega Auctions are critical in establishing a team’s nucleus for the next years. Teams, including Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians, are experts at winning this war, which determines fifty percent of the IPL.

Some franchises in this just-finished auction were highly aggressive, while others were bewildered.

In addition to two new franchises, clubs had to contend with a limited pool of players and a limited budget. This post will discuss the most dangerous IPL teams among 10 teams in IPL 2022 that appear to be contenders following the IPL Auctions.

Due to the Indian Premier League’s competitiveness, the competition has been likened to other major athletic leagues worldwide. The prestigious competition has frequently been credited with developing battle-tested players for India’s cricket squad. Over the years, the league has witnessed several thrilling matches between heavyweight teams. Som which is the most dangerous team in IPL?

Most dangerous Teams in IPL 2022

Mumbai Indians

Mumbai Indians are the IPL’s most dangerous team. Since the start of the IPL in 2008, the squad captained by Rohit Sharma has been the most balanced team in the competition.

Rohit Sharma, their captain, has been one of the primary architects of their success. In addition to his captaincy, he has been the franchise’s highest-run scorer. They won the championships in 2013, 2015, 2017, 2019, and 2020.

Mumbai Indians Team Players

• Ishan Kishan
• Anmolpreet Singh
• Tilak Varma
• Tymal Mills
• Rohit Sharma
• Jasprit Bumrah
• Sanjay Yadav
• Tim David
• Daniel Sams
• Kieron Pollard
• Murugan Ashwin

Chennai Super Kings

Genuine cricket fans still vividly recall the heroics of the reigning champions from the previous season. They are the true OG of the IPL. Before auctions, MS Dhoni’s Chennai retained Ruturaj Gaikwad, Ravindra Jadeja, Dhoni, and Moeen Ali to maintain their core from the previous season.

Chennai’s Auction strategy was quite evident, as they sought to acquire last year’s top performers. Surprisingly, they did not purchase Chennai’s and IPL legend Suresh Raina, whose introductory price was 2 crores.

After expending considerable funds on their acquisition, Chennai repurchased Ambati Rayudu, Dwayne Bravo, Deepak Chahar, and Robin. Regrettably, they could not acquire last season’s top players, Faf du Plessis and Shardul Thakur, who commanded high bids at the auction.

Chennai Super Kings are the second most powerful team in the Indian Premier League, despite winning one less title than their arch-rivals (Mumbai Indians). The team captained by MS Dhoni has at times shown its toughness.

They had qualified for the playoffs every season except in 2020, when they finished seventh and did not qualify. It is safe to claim that MS Dhoni’s leadership qualities have led the club to four championships, although many greatsștiin the team’s history. They were IPL champions in 2010, 2011, 2018, and 2021.

Chennai Super Kings Team Players

• Ravindra Jadeja,
• Ruturaj Gaikwad,
• Deepak Chahar,
• Moeen Ali,
• MS Dhoni (C),
• Ambati Rayudu,
• Robin Uthappa,
• Shivam Dube,
• Tushar Deshpande,
• Dwayne Bravo,
• Rajvardhan Hangargekar,
• KM Asif,
• N Jagadeesan,
• Chris Jordan,
• Subhranshu Senapati,
• Mukesh Choudhary,
• Dwaine Pretorius,
• Hari Nishaanth,
• Mitchell Santner.
• Simarjeet Singh,
• Devon Conway,
• Bhagath Varma,
• Maheesh Theekshana,
• Adam Milne,
• Prashant Solanki.

Strengths

• Established core in terms of batting
• Flexible batting order
• Comprised of experienced match-winners in both batting and bowling

Weakness

• Unproven Indian fast bowling unit
• Inadequate speed in the bowling department
• Unavailable wrist spin choices

Rajasthan Royals

In the past, the victors of the initial IPL season have not been the greatest club during IPL auctions, but this year they have assembled a formidable squad. The first time around, Rajasthan’s strategy was crystal apparent, as they opted for superstars such as Ravi Ashwin and Yuzvendra Chahal.

The Royals have kept match-winning players such as Sanju Samson and Jos Buttler, but the addition of fresh players such as Devdutt Padikkal strengthens them even further.

Sanju Samson will lead this team, with several talented players in his ranks. The Nile would provide much-needed ferocity and winning mentality with the likes of Trent Boult and Nathan Coulter.

Rajasthan appears quite formidable on paper for the first time since the 2008 season and will like to repeat its victorious campaign.

Rajasthan Royals Team Players

• Riyan Parag,
• Devdutt Padikkal
• Jos Buttler,
• Yashasvi Jaiswal,
• KC Cariappa,
• R Ashwin,
• Sanju Samson (C),
• Trent Boult,
• Anunay Singh,
• Shimron Hetmyer,
• Prasidh Krishna,
• Navdeep Saini,
• Yuzvendra Chahal,
• Tejas Baroka,
• Rassie van der Dussen,
• Dhruv Jurel,
• Kuldip Yadav,
• Shubham Garhwal,
• Kuldeep Sen,
• Daryl Mitchell,
• Nathan Coulter-Nile,
• Karun Nair,
• James Neesham,
• Obed McCoy.

Strengths

• Out and out Winners in the Batting Order
• Bowling department with a strong tempo and spin game
• Solid Indian foundation 

Weakness

• Bowling alternatives for Vulnerable Death
• No established middle-order choice
• Too many opening alternatives

Delhi Capitals

Delhi Capitals was one team that transformed their fortunes following the 2018 Auctions, and they have done it again in the 2019 auction.

They began the auction with the smallest budget and were forced to rebuild their team after losing out on stars such as Shikhar Dhawan, R Ashwin, and Shreyas Iyer from the previous season.

Last year’s T20 World Cup Most Valuable Player, David Warner, began his IPL career in Delhi and had fond memories of playing at Kotla.

They have covered all bases, but there are a few minor flaws that we would want to address. Their team’s combination of youth, experience, and raw might makes them a formidable unit.

While the Delhi Capitals did not win the championship, they may pose a danger to any club. Young stars such as Prithvi Shaw, Rishabh Pant, and Shreyas Iyer propelled the squad to new heights.

They have qualified for the playoffs every year since 2019, finishing as runner-ups in 2020. Equally balanced in the batting and bowling areas, it is safe to conclude that they are close to claiming their maiden IPL championship.

Delhi Capitals Team Players

• Rishabh Pant (C),
• David Warner
• Mandeep Singh,
• Mitchell Marsh,
• Sarfaraz Khan,
• Shardul Thakur,
• Prithvi Shaw,
• Anrich Nortje,
• KS Bharat,
• Axar Patel,
• Mustafizur Rahman,
• Kuldeep Yadav,
• Ashwin Hebbar,
• Kamlesh Nagarkoti,
• Vicky Ostwal,
• Chetan Sakariya,
• Praveen Dubey,
• Rovman Powell,
• Ripal Patel,
• Tim Seifert,
• Yash Dhull,
• Khaleel Ahmed,
• Lungi Ngidi,
• Lalit Yadav.

Strength

• Explosive opening sequence
• Excellent middle-order
• fast bowling unit

Weakness

• Lack of alternatives for wrist spinning

Kolkata Knight Riders

The Kolkata Knight Riders is a very dangerous team in IPL. The franchise that Bollywood superstar Shahrukh Khan co-owns has a massive fan base. Their exploits on the field over the years have been outstanding.

The Kolkata-based franchise won the IPL championship for the first time in 2012 and then again in 2014.

They also mounted a great comeback in the IPL 2021, finishing as runners-up despite being bottom in the table during the first leg. With players like Andre Russell and Sunil Narine, they can pose a threat to any opponent.

Kolkata Knight Riders Team Players

• Andre Russell
• Sheldon Jackson
• Tim Southee
• Sunil Narine
• Nitish Rana
• Venkatesh Iyer
• Sam Billings
• Shreyas Iyer
• Umesh Yadav
• Shivam Mavi
• Varun Chakravarthy

Royal Challengers Bangalore

Although Royal Challengers Bangalore have never won an IPL championship, they are one of the most threatening teams in the league. Their strength is evident with players such as Virat Kohli, Ab de Villiers, Chris Gayle, Glenn Maxwell, Anil Kumble, and Shane Watson on the side.

They have made a name as power-hitters in the IPL and have exhibited spectacular batting performances. They can upset any team on any day and hold the league record for the biggest scoring.

Kolkata Knight Riders Team Players

• Faf du Plessis
• David Willey
• Shahbaz Ahmed
• Sherfane Rutherford
• Anuj Rawat
• Mohammad Siraj
• Dinesh Karthik
• Virat Kohli
• Mahipal Lomror
• Wanindu Hasaranga
• Harshal Patel

Conclusion

So, that completes the squad rankings of all the franchises, assuming IPL 2022 had a 6-a-side event. The list for IPL 2022 shows that Delhi Capitals have the best-rated squad. At the same time, Kolkata Knight Riders have the worst team.

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