Gayle was hopeful of getting a chance in the Punjab Kings’ playing XI during the opening game of the UAE leg of the IPL. However, to the disappointment of fans, the management opted to go with South Africa’s Aiden Markam in Gayle’s No. 3 spot.
The veteran swashbuckling opener spoke to Kevin Pietersen in an exclusive interview ahead of the game where he said:
Punjab opted to go with Markram, Nicholas Pooran, Fabian Allen and leg-spinner Adil Rashid as their four overseas picks in the playing XI for the ongoing game against the Royals.
We want to hit the ground running: Chris Gayle
Punjab is currently in the seventh spot in the points table. In eight games, the KL Rahul-led unit has managed just three wins.
According to Gayle, while it is a fresh start to the 14th season, the team will have to hit the ground running from the outset to give themselves the best possible chance of staying in contention for a spot in the playoffs. Gayle said:
The champion cricketer signed off by expressing his gratitude to his family for their constant support while admitting he would be disappointed if he doesn’t get a chance to play on his birthday. He said:
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