IPL 2022 IPL Iceland spinner Kató Jónsson has trials with Kings XI Punjab The Iceland mystery spinner could become the first cricketer from a Nordic country to play in IPL, if his trials go well. Team Sportstar 01 April, 2019 12:58 IST Kató Jónsson has been making waves in Europe owing to a delivery that he bowls known as the fíflið or the backspinner. Team Sportstar 01 April, 2019 12:58 IST Iceland's Kató Jónsson could become the first cricketer from a Nordic country to play in the Indian Premier League if his trials go well at the Kings XI Punjab. The Iceland mystery spinner met Kings XI coach Mike Hesson and trained along with the team in Mohali on Monday.“This is what the IPL is all about,” said KXIP CEO Satish Menon to the official team website. “This proves that cricket is truly a global sport that knows no boundaries. To have a cricketer from Iceland in the league would be historic and a testament to our belief that opportunity doesn’t discriminate.” Sometimes life takes extraordinary twists and turns. I am so excited to be visiting Mohali tomorrow for a truly extraordinary opportunity. Áfram Ísland! #IPL2019— Kató Jónsson (@cricketkit) March 31, 2019 The spinner has been making waves in Europe owing to a delivery that he bowls known as the fíflið or the backspinner, which when delivered with the fingers ripped under the ball, drops about half of its pace after bouncing, making it difficult for batsmen to time their shots.PREVIEW: KXIP v DC: A clash to carry on winning momentum!“It’s unbelievable!” said a jubilant Jónsson. “From watching the on my computer to possibly becoming the first Nordic player to play in it is beyond my wildest dreams. I’m ready and can’t wait to get started.”Wait, wait, wait: A hint and a bit of tongue-in-cheek humour from the 'Nordic cricketer': A few words of encouragement from an older, wiser, better spinner. Bhajji (615 white ball wickets at 30.14 with best of 5-18) has really benefited from the help of Kató bhai (629 at 14.27 with best of 9-1). #SRHvRR #IPL2019 pic.twitter.com/U9rMJHfU7q— Kató Jónsson (@cricketkit) March 29, 2019 On fools day, go figure; with a pinch of salt. Visit our IPL microsite for more stories. For more updates, follow Sportstar on :