3 reasons why Sunil Narine should reverse his International retirement

Sunil Narine has surprised everyone with the willow in IPL 2024. The experienced player known for his mystery spin has transformed into a batting powerhouse. He currently sits at number 3 on the Orange Cap leaderboard, a testament to his incredible run-scoring form. Narine's impact isn't just about the number of runs- it's the way he scores them. His blistering strike rate of 187.76 is the highest among the top contenders. This aggressive batting has given the Kolkata Knight Riders a much-needed boost, leaving the opposition devastated.

Narine's IPL exploits have ignited a firestorm of calls for his international return, especially with the T20 World Cup on home soil looming in June. This sentiment is echoed by West Indies' T20 captain, Rovman Powell, who's openly trying to convince Narine to reverse his decision. 

Here are the 3 reasons why Sunil Narine should reverse his international retirement: 

Has the experience of winning a T20 World Cup

The 2012 T20 World Cup victory remains a golden chapter in West Indies cricket history. Narine was a crucial part of that championship-winning squad, contributing with his wily spin throughout. His experience of performing under pressure in high-stakes matches is invaluable. The team would benefit immensely from his calmness and winning mentality in a high-octane tournament like the World Cup.

Current form

Narine's current form is simply phenomenal. He's not just surprising everyone with the bat, he's dominating. Sitting comfortably at number 3 on the Orange Cap leaderboard with a staggering strike rate of 187.76, he's become a nightmare for bowlers. This newfound batting prowess adds a whole new dimension to his skill set. Add to it, his miserly bowling and knack for getting wickets at crucial points and that is as good a package as one can get.

Will add balance to the side

 Balance is key to success in T20 cricket, and a genuine all-rounder like Narine perfectly provides that balance. His bowling, especially his variations in pace and deliveries has always been a headache for batsmen. With teams packing their batting lineups with power hitters these days, Narine's ability to take crucial wickets in the middle overs is more valuable than ever. His batting, on the other hand, adds much-needed depth to the Windies' batting order. He can play the role of a finisher or opener as deemed right by the management. He will thus be able to take pressure off the likes of Nicholas Pooran, Shimron Hetmyer and Rovman Powell.