IPL 2022: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) wicket-keeper batsman Sheldon Jackson had an eventful IPL debut against Chennai Super Kings last night. Jackson produced a lightning-fast stumping to get the better of Robin Uthappa. Follow IPL 2022 Live Updates on Insidesport.IN.
Amid his vivid presence in the game, legendary all-rounder Yuvraj Singh shared a golden advice of the Saurashtra-born cricketer. Yuvraj urged Sheldon to wear helmets while keeping against spin bowlers. The two-time World Cup winner urged Sheldon to be cautious and make use of the opportunity that has come after a very long time.
IPL 2022: Yuvraj Singh CONCERNED with KKR wicketkeeper Sheldon Jackson not wearing HELMET, Jackson replies
Taking to Twitter, the former India all-rounder wrote:
“Dear #SheldonJackson please wear a helmet when u keeping to spinners ! You are a very talented player and have a golden opportunity after a long time be safe !!! And all the best #CSKvKKR #IPL2022.”
Sheldon Jackson was quick to respond the message after the game. He took to Twitter to thank Yuvraj Singh for showing concern.
“Thank you so so much bhaiya (brother),” Jackson tweeted.
Thank you so so much bhaiya🙏❤️❤️ https://t.co/aqbyzsUIpQ
— Sheldon Jackson (@ShelJackson27) March 26, 2022
KKR trump CSK by six wickets in IPL 2022 opener- Talking about the match, Umesh Yadav-inspired KKR handed CSK side their first defeat of the new season in the IPL 2022 opener on Saturday. Pacer Umesh bagged the crucial wickets of Devon Conway and Ruturaj Gaikwad in the low-scoring contest between the IPL giants.