Carribean strong muscular all-rounder has been dominating the limited overs games for a long time. Known for his explosive batting, Russel has performed superbly in the Indian premier league. His skill to hit the ball makes him stand out from other batsmen. Below are the top 5 most memorable innings of Andre Russel.
1. 88* vs CSK, 2018
One of his finest IPL performances was his unbeaten 88 off just 36. Russell has established his dominance in the game vs CSK in 2018. His ruthless beating has even been experienced by the Knight Riders family. In his innings of 88 runs, Russel smashed astounding 11 sixes and 1 four.
2. 80* vs MI, 2019
The second-best knock by Andre Russell, an 80* in just 40 deliveries, is ranked second among his top five performances. In their home ground of Eden Gardens, KKR has been allowed to bat first. Russell’s innings included 8 sixes and 6 fours, and KKR won the game by a score of 34 runs.
3. 70* vs PBKS, 2022
His unbeaten 70-run inning that came in the last season of IPL against Punjab Kings, has earned him a spot at No. 3. While batting first, PBKS was all out for a pitiful score of 137 and was unable to complete their allotted 20 overs. His inning consists of 2 fours and 8 sixes.
4. 65 vs RCB, 2019
Russel’s quick 65 off just 25 balls against RCB in 2019 falls at number four. Although KKR was unsuccessful in their 214-run chase, Russel inning gives fans hope in the match. Russell performed with a sensational strike rate of 260 in the match. He hit 9 sixes and 2 fours in his quick inning of 65.
5. 48* vs RCB, 2019
Andre Russell’s last innings of 48 against RCB ranks fifth of all time. As Kolkata batted first, RCB set a goal of 206 runs. With Russell’s explosive innings, Kolkata was able to reach the score with 5 wickets still in hand. He amassed 48 runs with a destructive strike rate of 369. His superfast inning 48* came off just 13 deliveries with the help of 7 sixes and 1 four.
