Sunil Narine becomes highest wicket-taker at a venue in IPL
Kolkata Knight Riders all-rounder Sunil Narine bowled an economical spell against Delhi Capitals in Match 47 of the 2024 Indian Premier League (IPL) season at Eden Gardens. The KKR spinner bagged figures worth 1/24 as DC were restricted to 153/9 in 20 overs. Notably, Narine became the highest wicket-taker at a single venue in the IPL. He went past Lasith Malinga in this regard.
Most IPL wickets at a venue
As mentioned, Narine now has the most wickets at a venue in the IPL. The KKR spinner owns 69 wickets from 58 IPL encounters at an average of 19.94 at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. His economy rate reads 6.32. Narine has three four-wicket hauls and a fifer at this venue. Over the years, he has been pivotal to KKR's success, especially at Eden Gardens.
Narine surpasses Malinga
Narine surpassed Malinga in terms of most IPL wickets at a venue. The latter took 68 scalps at the iconic Wankhede Stadium. Notably, Narine and Malinga are the only two bowlers with over 60 wickets in this regard.
Lowest economy rate
It is worth noting that Narine has the lowest economy rate among players with more than 50 IPL wickets at a venue. No other bowler has an economy rate of less than seven in this regard.
Narine once again gets Axar Patel
Narine's only wicket in the match came in the form of Axar Patel (15). He conceded 24 runs in four overs. Notably, Narine has now dismissed Axar thrice in the IPL. The left-handed batter has scored only 29 runs off 35 balls in this battle. Narine, who averages 9.66 against Axar, has restricted his strike rate to 82.85.
