Sunil Narine Sets New Record with Most Matches as Overseas Player

Sunil Narine has became the most capped overseas player in the history of IPL (Indian Premier League). He has surpassed the Kieron Pollard record who has played the 189 Matches in IPL. He achieved this feat in the match against Mumbai Indians at Wankhede Stadium on the 29th March, 2026. One interesting thing about this is that he has played the all Match for the Kolkata Knight Riders only.

Top Overseas Players with Most IPL Matches

Sunil Narine now tops the list of overseas players with the most appearances in IPL history.

Player Name	Matches Played	Team Represented
Sunil Narine	190* matches	Kolkata Knight Riders
Kieron Pollard	189 matches	Mumbai Indians
AB de Villiers	184 matches	Royal Challengers Banglore & Delhi Capitals (then Delhi Daredevils)
David Warner	184 matches	Delhi Capitals & Sunrisers Hyderabad
Dwayne Bravo	161 matches	Chennai Super Kings

Sunil Narine’ IPL Journey

His journey was in IPL began in 2012 when Kolkata Knight Riders have signed him for ₹3.4 crore. In his debut season he has played the significant role to lift the trophy for the KKR. And also played in the vital role in 2024 season. His ability has deliver in high pressure situations has made him one of the most valuable players in the league and team.

Narine’s Bowling and Batting Records

He is the complete All Rounder in the IPL and Valuable player for his team.

Bowling Numbers

• He claimed the 192 wickets in IPL
• Had 7 four-wicket hauls
• And also 1 five-wicket haul

Batting Performance

• Scored the 1,780 runs in 122 innings
• Hit the 1 century and 7 half-centuries
• Explosive strike rates in powerplay

His unique role as a pinch-hitter and spinner makes him one of the most versatile players in IPL history.

Question

Q. Which Indian Player has most capped player in IPL history?

A) Virat Kohli
B) Rohit Sharma
C) M S Dhoni
D) Manish Pandey