T20 World Cup 2024: Sunil Narine, star of KKR, makes a decisive decision on West Indies’ future
On Monday, April 21, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) player Sunil Narine made his decision on his future in the West Indies.
In the current IPL, Sunil Narine has been playing for the Kolkata Knight Riders in scorching form. For the Knight Riders, the West Indies great has excelled both at bat and with the ball, amassing an enormous run total.
As of right now, Narine has scored 286 runs in 7 innings, including a century and taking 9 wickets for them. In the midst of all this, there were rumors that the 35-year-old might play in the next T20 World Cup for the West Indies.
The Caribbean star, however, asserts that he will not be playing for the West Indies in the T20 World Cup. On Monday, the KKR all-rounder used the Knight Riders to deliver his message.
“I’m truly flattered and humbled that my performances recently have moved many people to publicly express their wish for me to come out of retirement and play in the upcoming T20 World Cup,” a statement issued by KKR, citing Sunil Narine
Although Narine has announced his retirement, he says he would still cheer for the lads in the next World Cup, which will be held in the USA and the West Indies.
“Although I never want to let anybody down, I’ve come to terms with that choice, and I’ll be rooting for the boys who play for the West Indies in June. Guys who deserve to prove to our amazing supporters that they are deserving of winning another championship after putting in a lot of effort over the previous several months,” Narine said in her statement.
Andre Russell, another KKR player, will be wearing the renowned jersey during the World Cup, even though Narine will not be playing for the West Indies. Russell has shown his all-around abilities and been in fantastic form with the Knights.
