Kolkata Knight Riders’ skipper, Ajinkya Rahane, commended Finn Allen for his remarkable century in a crucial eight-wicket triumph over Delhi Capitals in the IPL 2026. The KKR bowlers, led by Anukul Roy, Sunil Narine, and Varun Chakaravarthy, restricted DC to 142/8, setting the stage for Allen’s brilliant 47-ball century.
Rahane expressed his delight for Finn Allen’s outstanding performance after a challenging start in the IPL. He credited the bowlers, particularly the spin trio of Narine, Varun, and Roy, for their consistent excellence in crucial phases of the game. Rahane also emphasized the significance of rigorous fielding, attributing their success to the team’s fielding coach, Dishant Yagnik.
Highlighting the impact of Sunil Narine on the team, Rahane acknowledged the invaluable contributions of Narine and Varun Chakaravarthy to KKR’s success. He praised Narine’s continuous learning attitude and mentoring role within the team, emphasizing the importance of staying focused on the present moment in the fast-paced T20 format.
Rahane recognized the pivotal role played by bowling coaches Tim Southee and Dwayne Bravo in revitalizing the bowling unit’s performance. He lauded the efforts of young talents like Anukul Roy and Kartik Tyagi, underscoring the collective strength of the bowling squad. Rahane emphasized the team’s commitment to taking one game at a time and maintaining a positive mindset for future challenges.
