IPL 2022 – Odean Smith praises Andre Russell – After a fascinating performance on the first match of Indian Premier League (IPL) season, Odean Smith has praised his hero Andre Russell for being a big influence. The versatile all-rounder part of the Punjab Kings squad came for a big money price tag and didn’t sit back to make his presence fell. He scored a superb 25 off just eight deliveries to steer his team home. His cameo knock was the ultimate difference-maker in the end. Follow IPL 2022 LIVE Updates with InsideSport.IN
IPL 2022: PBKS all-rounder Odean Smith calls KKR CULT HERO Andre Russell ‘an INSPIRATION’ after superb opening day heroics
Cameo Knock to the rescue – With 36 runs needed of three overs against the Royal Challengers Bangalore, the task was not an easy one for Odean Smith. However, he was in rejuvenated on the opening day as he came up with three sixes and a four to make sure his team gets over the line. Alongside, Shahrukh Khan, who also contributed to cause, Punjab were the worthy winners by five wickets and an over to spare.
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IPL 2022: PBKS all-rounder Odean Smith calls KKR CULT HERO Andre Russell ‘an INSPIRATION’ after superb opening day heroics
Statement – “I think Andre Russell is one of those I have looked up on. We have a similar role to play in most T20 games and in terms of bowling fast and then hitting a few boundaries at the back end of the innings. He has been an inspiration to me. I think he will always be that inspiration to drive me to go forward,” Odean Smith told NDTV after winning the match for Punjab Kings.
IPL 2022: PBKS all-rounder Odean Smith calls KKR CULT HERO Andre Russell ‘an INSPIRATION’ after superb opening day heroics
Job done in two overs – While 36 were needed in three overs, the job was done and dusted within two overs. Odean Smith took the initiative in his own hands to guide his team to glory. Despite facing bowlers like Mohammed Siraj and Harshal Patel, the West Indies man wasn’t having anything.
Andrew Russell impact – Andre Russell has been a sort of cult hero for the West Indies and the Kolkata Knight Riders in the past. Like Andre Russell’s all-round ability, Odean Smith also has the capability to be a power-hitting player while he also can produce the goods with the ball. On a given day Andre Russell has been one of the best match winners in the IPL.
IPL 2022: PBKS all-rounder Odean Smith calls KKR CULT HERO Andre Russell ‘an INSPIRATION’ after superb opening day heroics
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