Following his team’s 86-run triumph over Rajasthan Royals (RR) in their final league encounter of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 in Sharjah. Lockie Ferguson praised fellow pacer and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) teammate Shivam Mavi.
Therefore, During the 2018 Under-19 World Cup, Shivam Mavi, 22, captured the cricketing world’s attention. He went on to join KKR in the IPL, although injuries have hampered his growth in recent years.
Lockie Ferguson, who called Shivam Mavi “one of the most liked members of the KKR squad,” also praised the children’s ability.
“He’s [Shivam Mavi] is an impressive young bowler; he’s obviously very clear in his plans. He bowls with pace, which we love, and gets a little bit of movement off the pitch. I was talking to him in the last few games as well. He bowled really well in the last two games that he played. Then didn’t get all the rewards got a bit unlucky at times, but tonight managed to get some rewards.” he said
“It’s awesome to see a young player like that develop over the last few years, and he’s a very loved team member of the side.” Lockie Ferguson added
Shivam Mavi
For his IPL-best statistics of 3.1-0-21-4, Shivam Mavi was named Player of the Match. Lockie Ferguson provided excellent support, taking three wickets for 18 runs from his four overs.
Lockie Ferguson liked bowling on the Sharjah surface because he thought it helped the quick bowlers. The KKR hitters, on the other hand, were credited by the New Zealand pacer for putting up an above-par score on a difficult wicket.
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