Sunil Narine enters IPL 200-wicket club, becomes first to achieve feat with single franchise
Hyderabad, May 3
Kolkata Knight Riders' star spinner Sunil Narine has joined the 200-wicket club in the Indian Premier League, becoming the third bowler overall to reach the milestone on Sunday.
A long-serving member of the Kolkata Knight Riders, Narine is the first player to achieve the feat with a single franchise. He is also the first overseas bowler to enter the 200-wicket club.
Narine now has 201 wickets under his belt in 197 matches at an impressive average of 25.53, including a five-wicket haul. He is also the third-highest wicket-taker in the tournament's history, only behind Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Yuzvendra Chahal.
He reached the landmark during KKR's fixture against Sunrisers Hyderabad in Hyderabad on Sunday, May 3, returning figures of 2/31 as SRH were bowled out for 165.
Since making his debut in 2012, Narine has been a cornerstone of KKR's bowling attack because of his control, economy, and ability to deliver breakthroughs across phases.
Over the years, Narine has built a decorated record with the franchise, playing a key role in KKR's title-winning campaigns in 2012, 2014, and 2024.
He was awarded the MVP (Most Valuable Player) in 2012 and 2018, and won the Purple Cap in 2012, underlining his impact on the team.
Coming to the match, a disciplined, all-round bowling effort from the KKR kept SRH in check, restricting them to 165 in their Indian Premier League (IPL) clash in Hyderabad on Sunday.
The hosts, Sunrisers Hyderabad, were cruising at 105/1 in the ninth over but lost momentum in the second half, eventually being bowled out for just 165.
With the ball for KKR, Varun Chakravarthy led the charge with three wickets, while Sunil Narine and Kartik Tyagi picked up two each; Anukul Roy, Cameron Green, and Vaibhav Arora chipped in with a wicket apiece.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Incredible achievement by Narine. His economy rate is unmatched in T20s. Third-highest wicket-taker in IPL history speaks volumes. Well deserved!
The guy has been a match-winner for KKR across three IPL titles. 2012 Purple Cap, MVP twice—he's done it all. But I wonder if his mystery spin is still as effective now? 🤔
Respect for Sunil Narine! 🙌 200 wickets for KKR, and he's also contributed with the bat in recent seasons. True all-rounder. Hope he goes on to break Chahal's record!
Narine deserves all the accolades. 🎉 But let’s also appreciate Varun Chakravarthy’s 3 wickets in this match—KKR’s spin duo is deadly at Eden Gardens!
Great milestone but KKR's fielding continues to be a concern. Dropped catches nearly cost them. Narine's wickets are gold but the team needs to tighten up!
What a servant to KKR! 🏆 Narine is an IPL legend. His 25.53 average is superb for a spinner. Glad to see him still spinning magic at his age!