13th

Match

IPL No : #574

Fri, 14 April 2017, Starts from 00:00

Kolkata Knight Riders - 2/171 (16.3)

Kings XI Punjab - 9/170 (20)

Eden Gardens, Kolkata, India

Guj Lions won by 7 wickets (with 12 balls remaining)HIGHLIGHTS

Kolkata Knight Riders innigs
2/171 (16.3)
BatsmenRBM4s6sSRSeasonR4s6sAll timeR4s6s
HM Amla
c Gambhir b de Grandhomme
2553274092.59 In 2017111104 Career6786119
M Vohra
b Chawla
28241941147.36 In 20177693 Career8048129
MP Stoinis
b Narine
911121075.00 In 2017910 Career4794111
GJ Maxwell
c †Uthappa b UT Yadav
25201431178.57 In 201711289 Career183215396
DA Miller
c Pandey b UT Yadav
28291922147.36 In 20175834 Career170611783
WP Saha
c Woakes b UT Yadav
25271722147.05 In 20173952 Career136211551
AR Patel
c Narine b UT Yadav
031000.00 In 20173312 Career4122419
MM Sharma
c SA Yadav b Woakes
109810125.00 In 20171010 Career7153
VR Aaron
c Gambhir b Woakes
41050080.00 In 2017400 Career4622
Sandeep Sharma
not out
020000.00 In 2017000 Career1910
Extras
(13w, 2nb, 1lb)
1600000.00
Total
(20 overs, 8.5rpo)
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BowlerOMRWECO0s4s6sSeasonW0sBestAll timeW0sBest
TA Boult4036091060 In 2017 Career11112
U Yadav4033481122 In 2017190 Career78160
CR Woakes3030210650 In 2017 Career520
SP Narine4019151400 In 2017240 Career150369
PP Chawla3036112633 In 2017160 Career122177
C de Grandhomme201518811 In 2017 Career18
Kings XI Punjab innigs
9/170 (20)
BatsmenRBM4s6sSRSeasonR4s6sAll timeR4s6s
SP Narine
c Patel b Aaron
37291843205.55 In 20173843 Career2871720
G Gambhir
not out
728349110146.93 In 2017167260 Career380244851
RV Uthappa
b Patel
26221631162.50 In 20173041 Career3420345105
MK Pandey
not out
25301621156.25 In 201710676 Career192517658
Extras
(13w, 2nb, 1lb)
1100000.00
Total
(16.3 overs, 10.36rpo)
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BowlerOMRWECO0s4s6sSeasonW0sBestAll timeW0sBest
Sandeep Sharma302809841 In 2017 Career57317
I Sharma201608730 In 2017 Career5879
GJ Maxwell1018018040 In 201710 Career1637
VR Aaron2023112412 In 201780 Career34113
MM Sharma3030010331 In 2017 Career70241
AR Patel403619240 In 2017 Career46210
MP Stoinis101409311 In 2017 Career2354

Match Summary: Kolkata Knight Riders vs. Kings XI Punjab

On April 14, 2017, the 13th match of the IPL season unfolded at the iconic Eden Gardens in Kolkata, where the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) faced off against Kings XI Punjab (KXIP). In an exhilarating contest, KKR emerged victorious by 7 wickets, showcasing a remarkable performance, particularly in the batting department.

Match Overview:

  • Result: Kolkata Knight Riders won by 7 wickets (with 12 balls remaining)
  • Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata, India
  • Match Type: T20

Kings XI Punjab Innings:

KXIP batted first and set a target of 171 runs, finishing their innings at 170 runs after 20 overs. The stand-out performances came from:

  • Hashim Amla: Scoring 25 runs off 53 balls with 4 boundaries, Amla played a measured innings.
  • Manan Vohra: Made a brisk 28 runs from 24 balls, contributing significantly to building the innings.
  • Glenn Maxwell: Hit a quickfire 25 runs from 20 balls and was particularly aggressive with a strike rate of 178.57.

Despite these contributions, KXIP struggled to build partnerships, leading to their eventual total of 170 runs, aided by extras amounting to 16.

Kolkata Knight Riders Innings:

Chasing 171 runs, KKR executed their batting strategy flawlessly, reaching 172 runs in just 16.3 overs. The highlights of their innings included:

  • Gautam Gambhir: The captain played a pivotal role, remaining unbeaten on 72 runs from 83 balls, including 11 fours. His innings was the backbone of the chase.
  • Sunil Narine: Came out all guns blazing with a phenomenal 37 runs off just 29 balls, bringing an aggressive touch to the chase with 4 fours and 3 sixes.
  • Robin Uthappa: Contributed a valuable 26 runs and kept the momentum going during the innings.

KKR's strong start and steady middle order allowed them to chase down the target with ease, securing the win with 12 balls to spare.

Bowling Analysis:

From KXIP's bowling front, Umesh Yadav was the standout performer with figures of 4 overs, 33 runs, and 4 wickets, displaying an exceptional ability to break partnerships.

For KKR, Sunil Narine claimed 1 wicket and bowled economically, ensuring that KXIP could not accumulate runs freely.

Conclusion:

This match reinforced KKR's formidable prowess in the IPL, particularly at home, while KXIP will need to regroup and reassess their strategy moving forward. The victory further solidified KKR's position in the tournament as they continued to build momentum towards the playoffs.

Stay tuned for more updates and insights into the ongoing IPL season!


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