KKR vs RR, IPL 2024: Sunil Narine Century In Numbers As The Southpaw Hits Maiden Ton

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In a breathtaking display of power hitting, Sunil Narine etched his name into the annals of IPL history with a scintillating 56-ball 109 against Rajasthan Royals at the iconic Eden Gardens in Kolkata.

Kolkata Knight Riders soared to a mammoth total of 223/6, propelled by Narine's explosive innings. Narine's century marked a rare feat in KKR's IPL journey, joining an elite list of centurions that includes the likes of Brendon McCullum and Venkatesh Iyer.

IPL hundreds for KKR

• 158* - Brendon McCullum vs RCB, Bengaluru, 2008
• 105* - Sunil Narine vs RR, Kolkata, 2024
• 104 - Venkatesh Iyer vs MI, Mumbai WS, 2023

His 105* against Rajasthan Royals now stands as the second-highest individual score for KKR in IPL history, showcasing his remarkable transformation from a bowling all-rounder to a formidable opening batsman.

The encounter also witnessed a compelling battle between Narine and veteran spinner R Ashwin, with Narine dominating the duel. Their IPL history reflects Narine's supremacy, with 94 runs scored off just 39 balls against Ashwin, at a staggering strike rate of 241.02, adorned with nine boundaries and seven maximums.

List of centuries in IPL 2024

• Jos Buttler 100* against RCB
• Travis Head 102 against RCB
• Virat Kohli 113* against RR
• Rohit Sharma 105* against CSK
• Sunil Narine 109 against RR

Narine's century adds another chapter to the illustrious list of centuries in IPL 2024, featuring memorable innings from players like Jos Buttler, Travis Head, Virat Kohli, and Rohit Sharma. His remarkable achievement underscores his invaluable contribution to KKR's batting lineup and solidifies his status as a match-winner on his day.

Reflecting on his extraordinary innings, Narine expressed gratitude towards KKR's mentor Gautam Gambhir for instilling confidence in him and entrusting him with the responsibility of opening the batting. "I haven't opened in such a long time or did much with the bat in the years past. (Opening this year) With GG (Gambhir) coming back, he gave me the confidence and his assurance that I'll open the batting," Narine remarked during an interview on JioCinema.