KKR completed the league stage on the high of the desk with a formidable web run charge (NRR) of 1.428, showcasing dominance in each batting and bowling.
Of their league encounter this season, KKR emerged victorious over SRH with a tense 4-run win at Eden Gardens.
Akram praised KKR’s bowling assault for its collective effort all through the season, emphasizing their skill to constantly take wickets.
“This [bowling] is likely one of the fundamental elements [behind KKR finishing on top of the points table]. There are wicket-taking bowlers. The groups that can take wickets will win the matches,” Akram informed Sportskeeda.
He highlighted the contributions of Varun Chakaravarthy (18 wickets), Harshit Rana (16 wickets), and all-rounders Andre Russell and Sunil Narine (15 wickets every), together with Mitchell Starc, who has 12 wickets.
“Starc single-handedly received them a sport as properly. They’re going within the ultimate as a peaceful, assured, and really harmful aspect for positive,” Akram added.
Akram, who has beforehand coached KKR, famous the staff’s managed aggression as a key issue. “Virtually everybody carried out; they performed Manish Pandey in a single sport and he additionally delivered. So, that reveals that everyone is joyful and assured. They’ve aggression, however they’ve managed aggression. They aren’t cocky or overconfident,” he added.
Nevertheless, Akram did spotlight a possible problem for KKR with the absence of Phil Salt, who has returned dwelling for nationwide staff commitments. Rahmanullah Gurbaz is anticipated to switch him within the playoffs.
“Little question, Phil Salt’s absence will have an effect on them,” Akram remarked.