The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have emerged victorious in the 2024 IPL season, defeating the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in a one-sided final at Chepauk Stadium. KKR's bowling attack orchestrated a clinical performance, restricting SRH to a paltry 113 runs – the lowest total ever recorded in an IPL final.
SRH's batting crumbled under pressure, with none of their batsmen managing to build a significant partnership. Andre Russell spearheaded the KKR bowling attack, claiming three crucial wickets for just 19 runs. Mitchell Starc and Harshit Rana provided excellent support, picking up two wickets each.
Chasing a modest target, KKR openers Sunil Narine and Venkatesh Iyer started brightly. While Narine departed early, Iyer took center stage, carving out a match-winning knock of 52 runs off just 26 deliveries. Shreyas Iyer provided valuable support, ensuring a comfortable eight-wicket victory with 57 balls remaining.
This triumph marks KKR's third IPL title, solidifying their position as one of the most successful franchises in the tournament's history. Their dominance extended throughout the season, finishing at the top of the league table with just three losses.
SRH, despite a commendable season, fell short in the final hurdle. However, their journey to the finals is a testament to their resilience.
The win marks a significant moment for KKR, signifying their return to the pinnacle of IPL cricket after a decade-long wait. Congratulations to the champions and commiserations to SRH!
𝙎𝙪𝙧𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙡 𝙀𝙢𝙤𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨 🥳
— IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) May 26, 2024
The Final Knight fuelled with intensity, dominance and belief 💜
Congratulations to Kolkata Knight Riders for winning their 3️⃣rd IPL Trophy 🏆
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𝗖.𝗛.𝗔.𝗠.𝗣.𝗜.𝗢.𝗡.𝗦! 🏆
— IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) May 26, 2024
BCCI President Roger Binny and BCCI Honorary Secretary @JayShah present the #TATAIPL Trophy to Kolkata Knight Riders Captain Shreyas Iyer 👏👏 #Final | #TheFinalCall | @KKRiders | @ShreyasIyer15 pic.twitter.com/MhVfZ6dPxk
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