IPL 2019: 'Universe Boss' Gayle could script these records
Chris Gayle's impact over the seasons in the Indian Premier League has been monumental. The two-time Orange Cap winner has impressed one and all with his thunderous strikes and effortless six-hitting ability. The 39-year-old may not be as agile as other players, but his ability to take the game away remains intact. Here are the records which 'Universe Boss' could script in IPL 2019.
Gayle performed well in IPL 11
Gayle found a new home in Kings XI Punjab last season after he was let go by RCB. Many doubted his capabilities, but Gayle responded with 368 runs from 11 matches. He smashed one hundred and three fifties. He is a crucial asset for KXIP.
Gayle in sight of notching 4,000 IPL runs
Chris Gayle has 3,994 runs in the IPL. He needs only six more to surpass the 4,000-run mark in the tournament. Gayle can join an illustrious list of players, who have gone past this mark. Sunrisers Hyderabad's David Warner (4,014) is the only foreigner who has scored 4,000-plus runs. Gayle alongside AB de Villiers (3,953) can join Warner and create history.
Gayle can be in top five in terms of runs
Gayle needs only 224 runs to get past former KKR skipper Gautam Gambhir (4,217) in terms of total IPL runs. He is in fray to be among the top five run-scorers in IPL. Gayle can also become the leading run-scorer among foreign batsmen as well.
Gayle in line to get past 300 IPL sixes
No cricketer has hit as many sixes in IPL as Gayle (292). He needs just eight maximums to get past 300 sixes and create a new record. The West Indian cricketer needs 26 boundaries to get to 350 fours in the IPL. He needs 11 more to surpass Virender Sehwag (334 fours). Gayle has six tons and could extend his lead atop this season.
