42nd Match (N)

Match

IPL No : #

Fri, 26 April 2024, Starts from 7:30 pm

Kolkata Knight Riders - 261/6 (20 ov)

Punjab Kings - 262/2 (18.4 ov)

Eden Gardens

Punjab Kings Won By 8 Wickets

Kolkata Knight Riders innigs
261/6 (20 ov)
BatsmenRBM4s6sSRSeasonR4s6sAll timeR4s6s
Phil Salt (WK)
b Curran
7503766202.70 In 20243243717 Career179419867
Sunil Narine 
c Bairstow b Chahar
7103294221.87 In 20243573724 Career2977291183
Venkatesh Iyer 
run out (†JM Sharma)
3902332169.56 In 2024128126 Career10849848
Andre Russell 
c Patel b Arshdeep Singh
2401222200.00 In 20241791712 Career5969418480
Shreyas Iyer (c)
c Rabada b Arshdeep Singh
2801013280.00 In 2024218209 Career2994257108
Rinku Singh 
c AR Sharma b Patel
50410125.00 In 202411286 Career8376244
Ramandeep Singh 
not out
60301200.00 In 20248138 Career12669
Extras
(b 1, lb 1, nb 1, w 10)
1300000.00
Total
261/6 20 Ov (RR: 13.05)
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BowlerOMRWECO0s4s6sSeasonW0sBestAll timeW0sBest
Sam Curran4060115655 In 202412624/11 Career68390
Arshdeep Singh40452111033 In 202412725/32 Career69460
Harshal Patel3048116635 In 202414545/27 Career125614
Kagiso Rabada3052017272 In 202410854/21 Career136759
Rahul Chahar403318941 In 20243174/27 Career68551
Harpreet Brar2021011302 In 20244554/30 Career22220
Punjab Kings innigs
262/2 (18.4 ov)
BatsmenRBM4s6sSRSeasonR4s6sAll timeR4s6s
Prabhsimran Singh 
run out (Narine)
54272045270.00 In 2024 Career
Jonny Bairstow 
not out
108914889225.00 In 20242042012 Career149515367
Rilee Rossouw 
c SS Iyer b Narine
26311612162.50 In 20243632 Career2261195106
Shashank Singh 
not out
68322828242.85 In 20242631918 Career3322422
Extras
(lb 2, w 4)
600000.00
Total
262/2 18.4 Ov (RR: 14.03)
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BowlerOMRWECO0s4s6sSeasonW0sBestAll timeW0sBest
Dushmantha Chameera3048016635 In 2024062/17 Career14169
Harshit Rana4061015536 In 20249473/33 Career15109
Anukul Roy2036018252 In 20240132/19 Career548
Sunil Narine4024161221 In 202410735/19 Career3331976
Varun Chakravarthy3046015215 In 20248655/20 Career100564
Andre Russell2036018214 In 20249365/15 Career2731073
Ramandeep Singh009014001 In 2024003/20 Career613

Match Recap: Epic Showdown at Eden Gardens

On April 26, 2024, fans were treated to a spectacular display of batting prowess during the 42nd match of the IPL season, held at the iconic Eden Gardens. The clash was marked by fireworks from both teams, culminating in a thrilling contest that showcased the true essence of T20 cricket.

Match Summary:

  • Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR): 261/6 in 20 overs
  • Punjab Kings (PBKS): 262/2 in 18.4 overs
  • Result: Punjab Kings won by 8 wickets

The Kolkata Knight Riders set a formidable target, racking up a staggering 261 runs. Their innings was underscored by explosive performances from Phil Salt and Sunil Narine. Salt, opening the batting, scored a remarkable 75 runs off just 37 balls, featuring 6 fours and 6 sixes, accumulating a strike rate of 202.70. Narine complemented this effort with a blistering 71 off 32 deliveries, including 9 fours and 4 sixes, achieving a strike rate of 221.87. Venkatesh Iyer also chipped in with a quick-fire 39 runs, but KKR's efforts to reach a colossal total were matched in turn by the Punjab Kings.

In response, the Punjab Kings launched a breathtaking chase, led by exceptional innings from Jonny Bairstow and Prabhsimran Singh. Bairstow was the standout performer, scoring an unbeaten 108 runs off 91 balls, featuring 8 fours and 9 sixes, at an impressive strike rate of 225.00. Prabhsimran Singh provided a rapid start, scoring 54 runs off just 27 balls. The duo, along with contributions from Rilee Rossouw and Shashank Singh, propelled Punjab Kings to victory with 8 wickets in hand and 8 balls remaining.

Bowling Highlight: While KKR’s bowlers struggled to contain the onslaught, Sam Curran managed to claim a wicket, finishing with figures of 1/60 in 4 overs. Arshdeep Singh was a standout for Punjab in their bowling unit, taking 2 wickets for 45 runs in 4 overs.

Conclusion: The match was a testament to the entertainment value of T20 cricket, filled with aggressive batting and explosive hitting. Punjab Kings’ triumph not only reflects their firepower but also sets a thrilling tone for the remainder of the season, as they march confidently into the next rounds of the tournament. As the IPL unfolds, fans can certainly expect more exhilarating encounters like this storied matchup.


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