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Kolkata Knight Riders' (KKR) star all-rounder Sunil Narine has etched his name in history with first appearance IPL 2026. The milestone came during KKR’s clash against Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede Stadium, a moment that adds another chapter to his long journey in the league.
Making his IPL debut for the same franchise back in 2012, Narine has gone on to become one of the finest players to have played in the tournament.
Landmark moment for Sunil Narine
With this appearance, Sunil Narine has now become the overseas player with the most matches (190) in IPL history. He goes past some of the biggest names to achieve this milestone and even at this stage of his career, he shows no signs of slowing down.
Most matches by an overseas player in IPL
- Sunil Narine – 190*
- Kieron Pollard – 189
- AB de Villiers – 184
- David Warner – 184
- DJ Bravo – 161
A key figure in KKR’s success
Sunil Narine has been a crucial part of KKR’s three IPL title wins in 2012, 2014 and 2024. Known for his mystery spin, he has troubled some of the best batters in the world.
At the same time, his role with the bat has also evolved. Opening the innings for several seasons, he has provided quick starts and changed the momentum of games in the powerplay.
With the bat, Narine has scored 1780 runs at a strike rate of 166.51. But it is with the ball where he has been even more impactful. He has picked up 192 wickets with an outstanding economy rate of 6.8.
All these numbers highlight one thing clearly. Sunil Narine has not just been a part of the IPL, he has been one of its defining players over the years.
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