CPL 2016: 5 IPL rivals who will be playing for the same CPL team

Modified Jun 29, 2016 14:47 IST

West Indies team — Andre Russell and Chris Gayle will be seen in action during the CPL 2016

3) Sunil Narine (KKR) and Brendon McCullum (GJ) – Trinbago Knight Riders

Sunil Narine and Brendon McCullum — Once teammates, Narine and McCullum, will be reunited at Trinbago Knight Riders

Sunil Narine enters the CPL on the back of a very successful tri-series. His new bowling action, not proving to be a detterant as he has kept up his domination in the limited overs format of the game. He has been around for a few years now, but batsmen are yet to figure out his variations and he can be relied upon to bowl a few tidy overs. Brendon McCullum, on the other hand, brings a number of things to the table. His explosive batting, incredible fielding and leadership abilities.

Sunil Narine has been a vital cog in the KKR setup over the years, leading the bowling attack as KKR have gone on to win two IPLs. On the other hand, McCullum just enjoyed his first season with debutants Gujarat Lions. It was nearly a successful season for him, as his team finished on top of the points table during the league stage. Both these players should compliment each other, one with the bat, the other with the ball, and provide the Trinbago Knight Riders with an advantage in both areas of the game.