Shah Rukh Khan Celebrates Sunil Narine's 200-Wicket Milestone in IPL
SRK calls Sunil Narine a 'magician' on his 200-wicket milestone
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Bollywood actor Shah Rukh Khan praised Sunil Narine after the spinner became the first overseas player to take 200 wickets in the Indian Premier League (IPL) during a match against Sunrisers Hyderabad in Hyderabad, India. Narine's achievement marks him as a key player for the Kolkata Knight Riders franchise.
- 01Sunil Narine became the first overseas player to achieve 200 wickets in IPL history.
- 02He reached this milestone while playing for the Kolkata Knight Riders franchise.
- 03Shah Rukh Khan referred to Narine as a 'magician' in a heartfelt message.
- 04Narine has been instrumental in KKR's three title wins.
- 05He is currently the third-highest wicket-taker in IPL history.
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On May 3, 2026, Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan celebrated Sunil Narine's remarkable achievement of becoming the first overseas player to take 200 wickets in the Indian Premier League (IPL) during a match against Sunrisers Hyderabad at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad, India. Narine's performance in the match included impressive bowling figures of 2/31, contributing to his total of 201 wickets in 197 matches at an average of 25.53. In his heartfelt message on social media, Khan praised Narine as a 'magician' and highlighted their long journey together with the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), where Narine has played a crucial role in securing three championship titles. This milestone places Narine as the third-highest wicket-taker in IPL history, behind Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Yuzvendra Chahal.
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