DC vs KKR, IPL 2024: Gautam Gambhir The Mastermind - Twitter Credits Kolkata Mentor As The Man Behind Sunil Narine's Onslaught

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Fans flooded Twitter with praise for Gautam Gambhir as Kolkata Knight Riders showcased their dominance, posting a colossal 272/7 against Delhi Capitals at the ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam on Wednesday (April 3).

Gambhir, revered as the architect of KKR's glory days with IPL titles in 2012 and 2014, was lauded for his instrumental role as a mentor in revitalizing the team's fortunes. His decision to elevate Sunil Narine to the opening slot proved to be a game-changer, earning widespread acclaim.

Narine's explosive 39-ball 85, embellished with seven sixes and as many fours, set the stage on fire. The veteran Tobagonian showcased his batting prowess, reaching his half-century in a mere 21 balls. KKR's power-packed performance saw them amass 88 runs in the powerplay, with the century mark breached by the eighth over. Youngster Angkrish Raghuvanshi's cameo further bolstered Narine's onslaught, as the duo added 104 runs in just eight overs.

On Twitter, fans expressed gratitude towards Gambhir for his strategic brilliance. Many hailed the decision to promote Narine as one of the greatest in IPL history, recognizing Gambhir's astuteness in resurrecting the veteran all-rounder's role at the top of the order. Words of appreciation poured in, acknowledging Gambhir's unwavering support and belief in Narine during challenging times.

"Making Sunil Narine the opener is one of the greatest decisions in IPL history. Hats off to Gautam Gambhir for this magical move," tweeted a fan, echoing the sentiments of many.

Others praised Gambhir's ability to inspire and rejuvenate players, acknowledging his invaluable contributions to KKR's resurgence. Despite past differences, fans commended Gambhir's cricketing acumen and leadership, underscoring his pivotal role in steering KKR towards success.

As KKR's innings progressed, Andre Russell and Rinku Singh further bolstered the team's total, propelling them to a historic 272/7. The mammoth score, second-highest in IPL history, underscored KKR's resurgence under Gambhir's mentorship, leaving fans exhilarated and hopeful for more stellar performances in the days to come.