Does Sunil Narine open for KKR?

Talking about batting, Narine started opening the innings for KKR in 2017 and has transformed into a phenomenal striker of the ball. In the IPL, Sunil has scored 771 runs at a staggering strike-rate of 168.34.

What happened to Narine KKR?

“Narine has been cleared by the IPL’s Suspect Bowling Action Committee. Narine was reported for bowling with a Suspected Illegal Bowling Action during his team’s Dream11 Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020 match against Kings XI Punjab at Abu Dhabi on October 10.

What happened to Sunil Narine IPL?

He has played in Twenty20 (T20) franchise leagues around the world and played in over 300 T20 matches. As of 2019, he currently plays for Kolkata Knight Riders in the Indian Premier League (IPL), Dhaka Dynamites in the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) and Trinbago Knight Riders in the Caribbean Premier League (CPL).

Who is the opening batsman of KKR 2020?

batsman Shubman Gill
ABU DHABI: Kolkata Knight Riders’ (KKR) opening batsman Shubman Gill has said that his side is determined to do well in the second phase of THE Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 and their performance in the big win over Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) reflected a bold statement.

Why does Narine open?

Having never batted above no. 5 in the batting line-up, Narine was pushed to open against Perth Scorchers to take advantage of left-arm spinner Michael Beer in the powerplay.

When did Sunil Narine start opening in IPL?

He made his Indian Premier League (IPL) debut against Rajasthan Royals while playing for Kolkata knight Riders (KKR) at Sawai Mann Singh Stadium in Jaipur on April 8, 2012. He has 112 wickets by his name in 99 matches at an average of 22.56 and economy rate of 6.56.

Why does Sunil Narine change?

Narine changed his bowling action after being reported. In his new bowling action, he does not raise the bowling hand (right hand) until he swings it to gather pace to bowl the delivery. The West Indian is also seen bowling while wearing half-sleeves – an unusual sight but justifiable after the suspect action report.