Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) speedster Spencer Johnson has made a strong comeback from injury, recording incredible figures of 4/20 during a Big Bash League (BBL) match between Perth Scorchers and Brisbane Heat.

Johnson, who was picked up by defending Indian Premier League (IPL) champions KKR in last month’s auction for INR 2.8 crore, had suffered a toe injury that forced him to leave the Brisbane Heat’s first games in the ongoing BBL.

Johnson got the scalps of Finn Allen, Cooper Connolly, Ashton Turner and Ashton Agar. In particular, Allen and Agar were dismissed for ducks.

Johnson’s move ahead of the IPL 2025 season will definitely make KKR fans happy and put the Australian pacer in contention for a place in the playing XI.

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Spencer Johnson can be KKR’s X-Factor for IPL 2025

The left-arm pacer has already testified to his abilities in his limited international appearances. He currently holds the record for best figures by an Australian pacer in men’s T20Is, breaking James Faulkner’s record set in 2016 against Pakistan during the T20 World Cup.

Earlier this year, Johnson also bagged the Player of the Match award in the BBL final as the Brisbane Heat secured the title by defeating the Sydney Sixers. He put together an impressive run of 4-0-26-4, helping the Heat defeat the Sixers for 112 in 17.3 overs while defending a target of 166.

Johnson also caught the eye in the Hundred Men’s competition, where he bowled an extraordinary 19 20-balls on debut.

Considering his impressive performances in various tournaments across the world, KKR will probably be eager to utilize the fast bowler’s potential and Johnson could serve as their ‘X factor’ player in the upcoming IPL 2025 season.

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