Ashwin likely to lead KXIP in IPL 2018

KXIP have shortlisted Yuvraj Singh, Axar Patel, Aaron Finch and KL Rahul to lead the team.

And, Punjab’s first buy of the IPL auction – R Ashwin seems likely to be named as the ‘King of the North’.

The Indian veteran was signed by KXIP for a hefty 7.6 crores and carries a tremendous IPL experience under his belt, having helped CSK to two IPL titles in the past.

He has also led Tamil Nadu in the domestic circuit and his composed attitude on the field makes him a strong contender for the top job.

The Preity Zinta co-owned team has roped in some big names for the upcoming version.

The Punjab based franchise now has a daunting task of selecting a captain from a group of talented individuals.

KXIP is a formidable group of experienced and youth which included the likes of Yuvraj Singh, R Ashwin, KL Rahul, Aaron Finch, Chris Gayle and David Miller.

After a decade of poor performances, the KXIP underwent a massive overhaul for the 11th edition of the cricketing extravaganza.