Death-Over Specialist Nathan Ellis Makes his Entry as an Impact Player against KKR

Shikhar Dhawan walking off after losing his wicket against KKR (AP Photo)

KKR-Punjab Kings are involved in an intense battle right now, in the 53rd game of IPL 2023 as they try to outplay each other to grab those crucial two points. Punjab Kings have posted 179 in the first innings thanks to a fifty from Shikhar Dhawan and a handy cameo from Shahrukh Khan.

Now, as Punjab try to defend the target, they have brought in Nathan Ellis, the Australian pacer as an impact player to boost their bowling attack. He has replaced Bhanuka Rajapaksa and Punjab would be hoping that Ellis delivers with the ball on a pitch that is a bit on the slower side. He bowled brilliantly in the last game against MI, picking two wickets on the way.

Nathan Ellis is known for his death-bowling skills and can nail yorkers in pressure situations. Also, this pitch at Eden Gardens is a bit on the slower side, and his cutters are likely to be handy on this turf. However, Punjab need their whole bowling attack to deliver in unison if they want to defend the score of 179 in front of passionate Kolkata fans.

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