(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); © Sportzwiki 2014-20. Kolkata Knight Riders have played 13 matches out of which they have won 6 and lost 7 thereby accumulating 12 points. Hussey, the former Australia all-rounder, and Mills, the former Kiwi pacer, have been named chief mentor and bowling coach respectively for the 2020 edition. But he’s done it so well, opening the batting for the Kolkata Knight Riders. For CSK, Lungi Ngidi picked 2 wickets conceding 34 runs. Chennai Super Kings defeated KKR by six wickets in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020 on Thursday 29th October following which Mumbai Indians became the first team to qualify for … 114 00:30 10 Mar 15. “Every defeat is difficult. The next game is against Rajasthan,” Hussey said during the post-match press conference. Amongst the KKR bowlers, Lockie Ferguson conceded 54 runs in 4 overs while Kamlesh Nagarkoti too conceded 34 runs in three overs. Nitish Rana, Chris Green, Andre Russell of course, which is very handy. David Hussey and Sunil Narine NEW DELHI: Kolkata Knight Riders last won the coveted Indian Premier League title way back in 2014 under the captaincy of Gautam Gambhir. Kuldeep Yadav's underwhelming show let Kolkata Knight Riders down in last year's IPL, but the team's chief mentor David Hussey believes that the Indian left-arm wrist spinner is at the "top of his game" this season and will be a consistent performer.. In four matches so far, Narine has failed to replicate his past batting exploits, scoring runs at a dismal average of 6.75 and a strike-rate of 87.09. Difficult to hit the ground after 5-6 months, KKR chief mentor Hussey , Videograb With two wins and two defeats in their first four matches, the Kolkata-based franchise is currently placed fourth in the points table. KOLKATA: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) chief mentor David Hussey on Sunday hoped England's World Cup-winning captain Eoin Morgan will be a … It would be stupid if KKR decide to strip off the opening duties from Narine, according to Hussey. Former Australian cricketer and Kolkata Knight Riders' (KKR) chief mentor David Hussey said that he has enjoyed playing with Brendon McCullum and expressed excitement on working again with the KKR coach.. His remarks came after it was confirmed that the 13th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) will commence on September 19 in the UAE.. Dubai: The defeat against Chennai Super Kings has made the playoffs road tougher for Kolkata Knight Riders and mentor David Hussey is not a pleased man. It is a sports website to connect you to all the latest happenings in the world of sports with news and opinion based articles from various sports. Hussey is a former Knight Riders … In any conditions, he is one of the best players to have. For KKR, Nitish Rana scored 87 off 61 balls, but the rest batsmen could contribute more than 26. Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) chief mentor David Hussey on Sunday hoped England's World Cup winning captain Eoin Morgan will be a great ally to the franchise's skipper Dinesh Karthik and his calm demeanour can help the team win matches in the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL). 81 00:23 10 Mar 15. Excerpts: You are a part of the KKR family now as the bowling coach of a well-balanced side. From his collective vision with Brendon McCullum and David Hussey on KKR’s way forward, to Eoin Morgan’s presence in the side complementing skipper Dinesh Karthik -- Mills shares his views on a plethora of topics in this candid chat. Fortunately, we’ve got a few genuine allrounders. Narine, who has previously provided KKR with many blistering starts, has completely failed so far on the UAE wickets. KKR’s title-winning skipper Gautam Gambhir also suggested that Narine should bat down at eight or nine, with Rahul Tripathi going up the order. Ahead of KKR’s opening match, KKR chief mentor David Hussey spoke about a few players who can be back-ups to Russell. It would be stupid not to continue with it as well. Pat Cummins and Varun Chakravarthy picked two wickets each. KKR bowlers could not defend a decent 172-run total, losing the game to CSK by six wickets on Thursday. Former Australia cricketer David Hussey, now mentoring Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), believes that Russell can become the first player to hit a double hundred in T20. Opening the batting is probably not my strategy. If Andre Russell Bats 60 Balls, He May Make a Double Hundred: KKR Mentor David Hussey Russell was adjudged the Most Valuable Player of IPL 2019, … “It’s great to welcome David Hussey and Kyle Mills to the Knight Riders family,” KKR CEO Venky Mysore said in a statement. The postponement of this year's Men's T20 World … But fortunately, Brendon has to make those tough calls with the batting order, revealed Hussey in an interview with The Times of India. He further revealed that it’s head coach Brendon McCullum who has to make that ‘tough’ call about deciding the batting order of the side. Kolkata Knight Riders chief mentor David Hussey believes England white-ball captain Eoin Morgan would become a “great ally” for KKR captain Dinesh Karthik in the 13th season of the Indian Premier League. Mentor David Hussey was also all-praise for England white-ball captain Eoin Morgan, and said that his experience will be of great help to the KKR skipper Dinesh Karthik. Chelsea's heavy spending in transfer window has put pressure on Lampard: Jose Mourinho Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have had a mediocre run in the on-going IPL 2020 so far. 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However, chief mentor of KKR, David Hussey, feels that Narine is a genuine all-rounder and he’s performed the opener’s role in the past with the franchise. It was their second title after the championship win in 2012, also under Gambhir's captaincy. Eyeing for their third victory of the tournament, Karthik’s men are next scheduled to face MS Dhoni-led Chennai Super Kings on 7 October at Abu Dhabi. 383 00:23 10 Mar 15. Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) mentor David Hussey has huge hopes from his players as far as the season 13 is concerned, especially from spin-bowling all-rounder Sunil Narine who he deems as 'arguably the best T20 bowler in the world'. Chennai Super Kings defeated KKR by six wickets in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020 on Thursday 29th October following which Mumbai Indians became the first team to qualify for the playoffs this season. You never know what could happen, results go our way and we can shock few teams in the playoffs,” he added. It has been six years since KKR lst got their hands on the trophy. All Rights Reserved KKR are currently placed on the fifth spot with 12 points. KKR will next play Rajasthan on 1st November. 43 00:30 10 Mar 15. He’s one of the world’s best T20 bowlers or white ball bowlers throughout the world. Follow SportzWiki for all cricket news, WWE News & Sports News. Isn’t he? © Copyright 2013-2020 CricTracker Pvt Ltd, IPL 2020 set to be postponed for an indefinite period due to expected Coronavirus lockdown extension, 3 Players who won the IPL trophy with most number of teams, IPL 2020: Match 32, MI vs KKR – MI Predicted Playing XI, 5 Selection problems Mumbai Indians might face in IPL 2020. Opener Ruturaj Gaikwad played a knock of 72 runs, while in the end, Ravindra Jadeja played quick innings of 31 runs off just 11 balls to take the side over the line. “We have put ourselves in this position by losing games. Mumbai Indians qualified with 16 points in 12 matches. David Hussey, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)mentor, said that the team is still breathing — and is optimistic that his side can reach the playoffs despite KKR suffering a defeat against Chennai Super Kings (CSK). We are confident that their contribution as part of the think tank of KKR, and to the KKR Academy, will be invaluable." “A classy player, he [Morgan] will be a great ally to Karthik, maybe fielding in the ring talking to bowlers. M45: CSK vs KXIP – David Hussey Six. 00:23 Match 64 DD vs KKR – Hussey's Six. David Hussey, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)mentor, said that the team is still breathing — and is optimistic that his side can reach the playoffs despite KKR suffering a defeat against Chennai Super Kings (CSK). “Narine arguably is the best T20 bowler in the world. 00:28 M25: SRH vs KXIP – David Hussey … You always generally try and protect your best players. I think they bowled and field well and then they chased the total,” he said. 00:30 M18: RR vs KXIP – David Hussey Six. “Rahul Tripathi goes up the order and Narine probably goes to bat at eight or nine,” opined Gambhir. Though Shubman Gill has been delivering impressive performances at the top, Sunil Narine’s woeful form while opening remains a concern for the Dinesh Karthik-led side. They not only need to win their last league stage game but … Get the latest news and updates from Indian Premier League, ICC World Cup 2019, Match Prediction & Fantasy cricket. Sportzwiki is one of the fastest growing sports websites in India, Asia and in the world. 272,850 06:30 10 Nov 20. He said, “He is a genuine all-rounder. Former Australian cricketer and chief mentor of KKR, David Hussey opined that Sunil Narise is a genuine all-rounder. Know what could happen, results go our way and we can shock few teams in table... 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