Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) star all-rounder Sunil Narine has etched his name even deeper in the record books of the Indian Premier League (IPL). During the clash against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), Narine achieved the remarkable feat of surpassing 1500 runs and 150 wickets in the IPL, becoming only the third player to achieve this.
A dominant performance with the bat
Narine’s knock against LSG was a testament to his all-round brilliance. He hit an incredible 81 runs off just 39 balls and peppered the LSG attack with six fours and seven sixes at a staggering strike rate of 207.69. This innings not only helped KKR post a strong overall result but also propelled him into the exclusive club of players with over 1500 runs and 150 wickets in the IPL.
Narine’s entire IPL career boasts an impressive 1507 runs at an average of 17.32 and a strike rate of a remarkable 166.33. He has also shown his batting prowess with a century and seven fifties to his name, his highest score being an unbeaten 109. However, his impact goes beyond his punching power. With 176 wickets in 173 games, Narine is currently the fifth highest wicket-taker in IPL history and is also proving his prowess with the ball.
Narine’s 2024 season: A year full of batting brilliance
This season has been particularly fruitful for Narine with the bat. He has scored a phenomenal 461 runs at a healthy average of 41.90 and a strike rate of 183.66. These include a century and three fifties, with his highest score again being 109. These numbers demonstrate a significant improvement in his batting performance, making him a true dual threat on the field.
With his performance, Narine joins Ravindra Jadeja and Dwayne Bravo in this elite club. Jadeja, the CSK all-rounder, has a well-rounded record with 2,894 runs at an average of 27.30 and 160 wickets. Another IPL star, Bravo amassed 1,560 runs and an incredible 183 wickets, cementing his reputation as a complete cricketer.
Coming back to the LSG match, Narine’s strike wasn’t the only highlight for KKR. Solid contributions from Phil Salt (32 runs), Angkrish Raghuvanshi (32 runs) and a late cameo from Ramandeep Singh (25* runs) helped KKR post an impressive total of 235/6 in their 20 overs. This dominant batting performance, coupled with Narine’s all-round brilliance, puts KKR in a strong position for the rest of the season.
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