Published 11:24 IST, September 2nd 2020

CPL 2020: Brendon McCullum reveals BIG reason behind Sunil Narine missing 3 games

CPL 2020: Trinbago Knight Riders head coach Brendon McCullum recently revealed the reason behind Sunil Narine's absence from three successive CPL 2020 games.

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West Indies all-rounder Sunil Narine is currently playing in CPL 2020 where he is representing Trinbago Knight Riders. Sunil Narine has been in scintillating form in competition having already smashed two centuries couple with some splendid bowling performances. However, Kolkata Knight Riders star wasn't included in last three games for franchise, for reasons unkwn.

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CPL 2020: Trinbago Knight Riders coach reveals reason behind Sunil Narine's absence from three successive games

Trinbago Knight Riders head coach Brendon McCullum has w revealed reason behind Sunil Narine's absence from last three CPL 2020 games. While speaking to host broadcaster ahead of match against Jamaica Tallawahs, McCullum said that Sunil Narine had got himself operated to remove kidney stones from his body, which is why he was advised rest and as a result, missed those matches.

McCullum furr said that Sunil Narine played football on Monday, a sport which he loves and he looked in good touch. Kiwi international stated that Sunil Narine was determined for a big performance against Tallawahs and he did t disappoint his team at all.

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After Trinbago Knight Riders were sent into bat, Sunil Narine opened batting and got TKR off to a flyer. left-hander scored a quickfire 29 off 11 balls with five fours and one six at a stunning strike-rate of 263.64. He also bowled decently as he gave away just 23 runs in his quota of four overs and bagged one wicket. Narine has w scored 140 runs in 4 matches in CPL 2020 and has picked up five wickets.

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McCullum showered praise on Narine saying that right-arm spinner started tournament so well and added that everyone kws he is a world-class player, especially in Caribbean-style conditions. Sunil Narine, being in form, would benefit Kolkata Knight Riders immensely as Trinidad cricketer is set to play for m in upcoming IPL 2020 in UAE from September 19. Narine is a key member of  KKR squad for IPL 2020 and his performances will be crucial in determining how far Kolkata-based franchise go in  tournament.

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CPL live streaming details

telecast of CPL 2020 live in India will be available to viewers on Star Sports Network on August 22 at 11:45 PM IST. Fans can catch CPL 2020 live streaming in India on Star Sports 1 and Star Sports 2 SD and HD. CPL live streaming will be available to fans on Dream Sports' FanCode app. CPL 2020 live streaming on app will include interactive data overlays, real-time highlights and special commentary for fantasy sports players. For CPL T20 live scores, fans can check social media accounts of respective teams and CPL T20's Twitter handle.

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11:24 IST, September 2nd 2020