Despite All-Round Show vs CSK, KKR Star Sunil Narine Has One Complaint About…

Sunil Narine produced a sensational all-round efficiency to information Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to a commanding eight-wicket victory over Chennai Super Kings (CSK) within the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 conflict at Chennai on Friday. The win marked KKR’s third triumph in six matches this season, propelling them to 3rd place on the factors desk. Opting to bowl first, Narine was distinctive with the ball, returning figures of three/13 from his 4 overs. His spell derailed CSK’s innings, because the veteran spinner stored the batters in examine and picked up essential wickets throughout the center overs. CSK might solely handle 103/9 of their 20 overs.

Narine’s affect wasn’t restricted to the ball. Opening the innings with Quinton de Kock, he launched a fiery counterattack, smashing 44 runs off 19 balls, together with two fours and 5 sixes. The pair added 46 runs for the opening stand, setting the tone for a swift chase. KKR chased down the goal in 10.1 overs, a consequence that additionally boosted their web run price considerably.

Speaking on the post-match presentation after being named Player of the Match, Narine stated, “Almost [a complete game], next time hope I can take a catch as well. Try to focus on my strength. Batters play well but if you focus too much on batters, you are already on the back foot. You get accustomed and try to adapt as soon as possible,” as quoted from ESPNcricinfo.

Narine additionally emphasised his position on the high of the order.

“It’s very simple — trying to get the team off to a flying start. Sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn’t,” he stated.

With each bat and ball, Narine’s brilliance proved an excessive amount of for CSK on the night time.

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