31st

Match

IPL No : #555

Thu, 27 April 2017, Starts from 00:00

Rising Pune Supergiants - 5/182 (20)

Kolkata Knight Riders - 3/184 (18.1)

Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune, India

Guj Lions won by 7 wickets (with 37 balls remaining)HIGHLIGHTS

Rising Pune Supergiants innigs
5/182 (20)
BatsmenRBM4s6sSRSeasonR4s6sAll timeR4s6s
AM Rahane
st †Uthappa b Narine
46574141112.19 In 2017205216 Career288030657
RA Tripathi
b Chawla
38322370165.21 In 2017216248 Career216248
SPD Smith
not out
51563741137.83 In 2017275267 Career200517651
MS Dhoni
st †Uthappa b Kuldeep Yadav
23161112209.09 In 2017152107 Career3423246147
MK Tiwary
st †Uthappa b Kuldeep Yadav
1120050.00 In 2017138155 Career146213633
DT Christian
c Pandey b Yadav
1612602266.66 In 20174233 Career12587756
Extras
(6w, 1lb)
700000.00
Total
(20 overs, 9.1rpo)
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BowlerOMRWECO0s4s6sSeasonW0sBestAll timeW0sBest
U Yadav302819831 In 2017190 Career82200
CR Woakes3038013323 In 2017 Career1246
SP Narine403419650 In 2017240 Career153400
C de Grandhomme201407210 In 2017 Career417
PP Chawla403619631 In 2017160 Career123183
Kuldeep Yadav403128821 In 2017 Career1478
Kolkata Knight Riders innigs
3/184 (18.1)
BatsmenRBM4s6sSRSeasonR4s6sAll timeR4s6s
SP Narine
run out (Thakur/†Dhoni)
16111130145.45 In 2017137235 Career3863622
G Gambhir
c Thakur b Christian
62834661134.78 In 2017305393 Career394046154
RV Uthappa
c Tripathi b Unadkat
87664776185.10 In 20172722713 Career3662368117
DM Bravo
not out
68510120.00 In 2017610 Career7074140
MK Pandey
not out
030000.00 In 20172601711 Career207918663
Extras
(6w, 1lb)
1300000.00
Total
(18.1 overs, 10.12rpo)
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BowlerOMRWECO0s4s6sSeasonW0sBestAll timeW0sBest
JD Unadkat302619640 In 201700 Career3845
SN Thakur3031010740 In 2017 Career542
Washington Sundar3032011732 In 2017 Career122
DT Christian403118721 In 201780 Career5833
Imran Tahir4048012424 In 2017 Career39150
RA Tripathi1012012020 In 2017 Career00

Match Review: Rising Pune Supergiants vs Kolkata Knight Riders - IPL 2017, Match 31

On April 27, 2017, the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Pune witnessed an enthralling encounter between the Rising Pune Supergiants (RPS) and the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the 31st match of the IPL 2017 season. The match concluded with KKR triumphing over RPS by 7 wickets with a staggering 37 balls to spare, highlighting their dominance throughout the game.

Rising Pune Supergiants Innings

Batting first, the Rising Pune Supergiants posted a total of 182 runs in their allotted 20 overs, achieving a noteworthy run rate of 9.1 runs per over. The standout performance for RPS came from Steve Smith, who anchored the innings with a solid 51 runs off 56 balls, showcasing his ability to lead from the front. Ajinkya Rahane also chipped in with a well-crafted 46 runs from 57 balls, while Rahul Tripathi added a quick-fire 38 off just 32 deliveries, including 7 boundaries.

Despite some promising contributions, the Supergiants struggled against the KKR bowling attack, as both Piyush Chawla and Kuldeep Yadav claimed crucial wickets, restricting RPS’s momentum at pivotal moments. MS Dhoni's cameo of 23 runs came off just 16 balls, but the rest of the batting lineup faltered, leading to their total of 182 runs.

Kolkata Knight Riders Innings

Chasing a target of 183 runs, the Kolkata Knight Riders displayed a masterclass in batting. The innings was propelled by the explosive performance of Robin Uthappa, whose 87 runs from just 66 balls provided the perfect foundation for KKR’s chase. Gautam Gambhir also contributed significantly with a well-paced 62 off 83 balls, demonstrating a blend of aggression and caution. Their partnership was instrumental in setting KKR on the path to victory.

Sunil Narine provided a brisk start, scoring 16 runs in just 11 balls, but it was Uthappa and Gambhir’s partnership that truly seized control of the match. As KKR reached their target in just 18.1 overs, with only three wickets down, it was evident that they had the game well in hand.

Bowling Highlights

For RPS, Umesh Yadav was the pick of the bowlers, claiming 1 wicket for 28 runs in his 3 overs, while Daniel Christian and Shardul Thakur went wicketless but managed to keep things relatively tight in terms of runs.

On the other hand, KKR's bowling unit, led by Kuldeep Yadav with 2 wickets for just 31 runs, put the clamps on RPS's batting, ensuring that they adhered to a controlled approach that stemmed the flow of runs effectively.

Conclusion

This match showcased the strength of the Kolkata Knight Riders as they consolidated their position in the tournament with this emphatic victory. With stellar performances from both their batsmen and bowlers, KKR reaffirmed their status as one of the teams to beat in IPL 2017. As the tournament progresses, teams will have to strategize meticulously to overcome the mighty challenge posed by KKR.

Catch the highlights and updates for the upcoming matches as the IPL 2017 season continues to unfold with thrilling encounters!


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