The left-arm spinner from Mysore is one of the best talents around. Cricket Pundits have tipped him to replace the old war-horse Sunil Joshi in the Karnataka Ranji team. Appanna is also a handy lower-order batsman who has the ability to score some quick runs. Appanna has carved a niche for himself in the domestic circuit and promises to reach new heights in the third season of the Indian Premier League.