KKR vs RR: Boult calls for caution against Russell, says need to have clear plan against him

Rajasthan Royals tempo spearhead Trent Boult on Wednesday mentioned the crew must be clear in its plan in opposition to big-hitting Andre Russell, who returned to type in opposition to Punjab Kings in Kolkata Knight Riders final IPL match.

Russell was again to his finest when he blazed his approach to a 23-ball 42 to arrange KKR’s five-wicket win over the Kings of their earlier IPL match.

“Russell is one of the most destructive batters in T20 cricket. He has 600-plus sixes (603) in the format. He’s a guy you need to be extremely clear about your plan,” Boult mentioned on the eve of the match in opposition to KKR.

“I’ve managed to get him out a couple of times. But you got to be very, very precise with how you bowl to him. He is a big player for KKR, Rinku Singh obviously has helped him and become a good death overs player as well,” mentioned the Kiwi speedster.

RR did not defend 200-plus totals twice in its final three matches and Boult mentioned it confirmed the standard of the event.

“It shows the standard of quality in the IPL at the moment. No score is safe, we have seen some incredible chases, 90 per cent of the games probably have come down to the last over. It’s just high quality. You’ve got to respect players, it’s been exciting cricket.” Boult additional mentioned he has loads to supply and is trying ahead to bowl on the iconic Eden Gardens.

“I would love to take more wickets. it’s a tough format. I’ve enjoyed some success at the start of the tournament. I think I’ve a lot to offer, I’m taking every game as it comes,” Boult, who has picked up 10 wickets from eight matches this season, mentioned.

“The wicket also has pace and bounce does swing around a little bit, I personally enjoy bowling here,” he mentioned.

Having endured 4 losses in final 5 matches, RR is dealing with must-win eventualities in its remaining three video games, and Boult mentioned it’s time to shift the momentum.

“We have had some great games, last four losses one of those games. I always believe it’s a momentum game, it’s time to flip that momentum.”