5th

Match

IPL No : #582

Sat, 08 April 2017, Starts from 00:00

Gujarat Lions - 4/183 (20)

Kolkata Knight Riders - 0/184 (14.5)

Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Rajkot, India

RCB won by 15 runsHIGHLIGHTS

Gujarat Lions innigs
4/183 (20)
BatsmenRBM4s6sSRSeasonR4s6sAll timeR4s6s
JJ Roy
c Pathan b Chawla
14121230116.66 In 20171430 Career5315822
BB McCullum
lbw b Kuldeep Yadav
35352442145.83 In 20173542 Career2997301135
SK Raina
not out
68775170133.33 In 20176870 Career4166367160
AJ Finch
c Yadav b Kuldeep Yadav
159802187.50 In 20171502 Career288029398
KD Karthik
c Yadav b Boult
47422562188.00 In 20174762 Career258926262
DR Smith
not out
010000.00 In 2017000 Career3824364186
Extras
(2w, 2lb)
400000.00
Total
(20 overs, 9.15rpo)
000000.00

BowlerOMRWECO0s4s6sSeasonW0sBestAll timeW0sBest
TA Boult4040110980 In 2017 Career1194
PP Chawla403318712 In 2017160 Career121171
SP Narine403308750 In 2017240 Career148343
CR Woakes3035012551 In 2017 Career25
Kuldeep Yadav402526811 In 2017 Career838
YK Pathan1015015102 In 201730 Career4029
Kolkata Knight Riders innigs
0/184 (14.5)
BatsmenRBM4s6sSRSeasonR4s6sAll timeR4s6s
G Gambhir
not out
766848120158.33 In 201776120 Career371143451
CA Lynn
not out
93684168226.82 In 20179368 Career2215143143
Extras
(2w, 2lb)
1500000.00
Total
(14.5 overs, 12.4rpo)
000000.00

BowlerOMRWECO0s4s6sSeasonW0sBestAll timeW0sBest
P Kumar201307210 In 201790 Career84231
DS Kulkarni3042015333 In 201760 Career73234
MS Gony2032016451 In 201730 Career374
S Kaushik40400101071 In 2017 Career661
DR Smith1023023113 In 201720 Career3846
SB Jakati3030010210 In 201790 Career4735

Match Highlight: Gujarat Lions vs. Kolkata Knight Riders - 5th IPL Match, 2017

On April 8, 2017, cricket enthusiasts witnessed an exhilarating encounter at the Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Rajkot, as Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) faced off against Gujarat Lions (GL) in the fifth match of the IPL season. With both teams bringing their A-game, it was the KKR who emerged victorious, chasing down a target of 184 runs with a comfortable margin.

Gujarat Lions Innings

Batting first, Gujarat Lions posted a respectable score of 183 runs, bolstered by an impressive innings from Suresh Raina, who scored an unbeaten 68 runs off 51 balls, punctuated with 7 fours. Brendon McCullum contributed a solid 35 off 35 deliveries, while Dinesh Karthik added a timely 47 runs from 42 balls. Despite a few quick wickets, including that of Aaron Finch and Jason Roy, the Lions managed to set a competitive total.

Gujarat Lions ended their innings at 183 runs for the loss of 4 wickets in their allotted 20 overs, with a run rate of 9.15.

Top Performers for Gujarat:

  • Suresh Raina: 68* runs off 51 balls
  • Dinesh Karthik: 47 runs off 42 balls

Kolkata Knight Riders Innings

Chasing 184, the Kolkata Knight Riders were in explosive form. Chris Lynn was the standout performer, notching up a scintillating 93 runs off just 68 balls, with an astonishing strike rate of 226.82, featuring 6 fours and 8 sixes. Alongside him, captain Gautam Gambhir scored a rapid 76 not out from 68 balls to guide his team to a historic victory. They emerged victorious with 184 runs in just 14.5 overs, winning the match by 6 wickets.

KKR's batting prowess and aggressive approach stole the spotlight, making them a formidable team in the early stages of the tournament.

Top Performers for Kolkata:

  • Chris Lynn: 93 runs off 68 balls
  • Gautam Gambhir: 76* runs off 68 balls

Summary

KKR's triumph not only showcased their batting skills but also highlighted the challenges faced by the Gujarat Lions in defending their total. With this win, Kolkata Knight Riders firmly established themselves as strong contenders in the IPL 2017 season, leaving fans and analysts eagerly anticipating their next performance.

As the IPL continues to unfold, fans can look forward to more thrilling matches and unforgettable moments, highlighting the essence of cricket's popularity in India.

Final Score:

  • Gujarat Lions: 183/4 (20 overs)
  • Kolkata Knight Riders: 184/4 (14.5 overs) – KKR won by 6 wickets.

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