South African cricketers have always been an integral part of the IPL, with many showcasing their skills and talent over the years.
Some of the South African stars who achieved greatness in the IPL include AB de Villiers, Faf du Plessis, Imran Tahir, etc.
Here are 3 South African batsmen to keep an eye on during IPL 2023:
1. Tristan Stubbs
Tristan Stubbs is an exciting young talent from South Africa. The young right-hand batsman has an impressive batting technique and is capable of hitting big sixes and scoring big runs, making him an important player for the Mumbai Indians. If he can replicate his recent form in the IPL, Stubbs could make a permanent place not only in the team, but also in the tournament.
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2. Dewald Brevis
Dewald Brevis is another young and exciting talent from South Africa. His batting technique and way of hitting sixes is quite similar to AB de Villiers, making him an interesting batsman to watch. Brevis has a good understanding of the game and can score runs quickly when required, making him a great asset in the team.
3. Aiden Markram
Aiden Markram will be in a new role this time in the Indian Premier League. The right-hand batsman will be leading the Orange Army in IPL 2023. Markram is known for his powerful hitting in this format, and his aggressive batting style has made him a fan favorite. It will be interesting to see how bats as the captain of his side.
The 16th edition of the Indian Premier League will be starting from March 31 and the last league match will be played on May 21. Defending Champions Gujarat Titans will be facing Chennai Super Kings in the opening encounter.