47th Match (N)

Match

IPL No : #

Mon, 29 April 2024, Starts from 7:30 pm

Kolkata Knight Riders - 157/3 (16.3 ov)

Delhi Capitals - 153/9 (20 ov)

Eden Gardens

Kolkata Knight Riders Won By 7 Wickets

Delhi Capitals innigs
153/9 (20 ov)
BatsmenRBM4s6sSRSeasonR4s6sAll timeR4s6s
Prithvi Shaw 
c †Salt b Arora
1310730185.71 In 2024198305 Career189223861
Jake Fraser-McGurk 
c VR Iyer b Starc
1218711171.42 In 20242592323 Career7955949
Abishek Porel 
b Harshit Rana
18281521120.00 In 2024202246 Career235258
Shai Hope 
b Arora
63301200.00 In 2024115510 Career12769257
Rishabh Pant (c)(WK)
c SS Iyer b Varun
27322021135.00 In 20243983124 Career3236291153
Axar Patel 
b Narine
1530212071.42 In 2024149116 Career149116
Tristan Stubbs 
c †Salt b Varun
4770057.14 In 20242771819 Career6704437
Kumar Kushagra 
c †Salt b Varun
1930033.33 In 2024100 Career100
Kuldeep Yadav 
not out
35362651134.61 In 20243651 Career172153
Rasikh Salam 
c SS Iyer b Harshit Rana
821101080.00 In 2024910 Career2120
Lizaad Williams 
not out
1820050.00 In 2024100 Career2821
Extras
(lb 3, nb 1, w 9)
1300000.00
Total
153/9 20 Ov (RR: 7.65)
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BowlerOMRWECO0s4s6sSeasonW0sBestAll timeW0sBest
Mitchell Starc3043114652 In 20247644/15 Career61177
Vaibhav Arora4029271541 In 20249493/27 Career17121
Harshit Rana4028271131 In 202411583/33 Career17120
Sunil Narine402416911 In 202411825/19 Career3341985
Varun Chakravarthy4016341310 In 202411785/20 Career103577
Andre Russell1010010320 In 20249395/15 Career2731076
Kolkata Knight Riders innigs
157/3 (16.3 ov)
BatsmenRBM4s6sSRSeasonR4s6sAll timeR4s6s
Phil Salt (WK)
b Patel
68423375206.06 In 20243924422 Career186220572
Sunil Narine 
c Fraser-McGurk b Patel
15341030150.00 In 20243724024 Career2992294183
Rinku Singh 
c Kuldeep Yadav b Williams
11131110100.00 In 202412396 Career8486344
Shreyas Iyer (c)
not out
33332331143.47 In 20242512310 Career3027260109
Venkatesh Iyer 
not out
26272321113.04 In 2024154147 Career111010049
Extras
(lb 2, nb 1, w 1)
400000.00
Total
157/3 16.3 Ov (RR: 9.51)
000000.00

BowlerOMRWECO0s4s6sSeasonW0sBestAll timeW0sBest
Lizaad Williams3038113733 In 20241134/26 Career1118
Khaleel Ahmed302809941 In 2024121053/21 Career69516
Rasikh Salam2030012341 In 20246263/34 Career642
Axar Patel4025261030 In 20249642/25 Career964
Kuldeep Yadav403409822 In 202412584/14 Career83513

Match Report: Kolkata Knight Riders vs. Delhi Capitals - 47th Match (N)

Date: April 29, 2024
Venue: Eden Gardens

In a thrilling encounter at the iconic Eden Gardens, the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) secured a commanding victory over the Delhi Capitals (DC) by 7 wickets, marking another significant milestone in the IPL 2024 season.

Delhi Capitals Innings: 153/9 (20 Overs)

Batting first after winning the toss, the Delhi Capitals struggled against a disciplined KKR bowling attack. Despite a promising start, they managed only 153 runs, setting a challenging target for the home side.

  • Prithvi Shaw opened the innings but could only muster 13 runs off 10 balls before being dismissed by Vaibhav Arora.
  • Jake Fraser-McGurk contributed 12 runs and fell victim to Mitchell Starc's bowling.
  • Wicketkeeper-batsman Abishek Porel scored 18 runs at a sluggish pace, while Rishabh Pant, the DC skipper, tried to stabilize the innings with a steady 27 runs from 32 balls.
  • Notably, Kuldeep Yadav played a superb innings at the end, scoring a quickfire 35 not out off 36 balls, striking 5 fours and 1 six.
  • The bowling department for KKR was spearheaded by Varun Chakravarthy, who bagged 3 wickets for just 16 runs, showcasing his spin prowess. Vaibhav Arora and Harshit Rana also made vital contributions with 2 wickets each.

Kolkata Knight Riders Innings: 157/3 (16.3 Overs)

Chasing a target of 154, the Kolkata Knight Riders displayed a magnificent batting performance, cruising to victory in just 16.3 overs with a remarkable run rate of 9.51.

  • The innings was powered by dynamic batting from Phil Salt, who top-scored with a blistering 68 runs off just 42 deliveries, including 7 fours and 5 sixes, demonstrating an aggressive approach right from the start.
  • Shreyas Iyer, the KKR captain, provided solid support with a composed 33 runs off 33 balls, while Venkatesh Iyer chipped in with 26 runs from 27 balls.
  • KKR lost a few quick wickets but remained firmly in control, ultimately finishing the game with 7 wickets in hand.

Bowling Highlights for Delhi Capitals:

  • Axar Patel was the standout bowler for Delhi, claiming 2 wickets while conceding 25 runs in his 4 overs.
  • Lizaad Williams also put in an impressive effort, taking 1 wicket for 38 runs, but was unable to contain the explosive run rate achieved by KKR.

Conclusion:

The victory reinforced KKR’s strong position in the league and showcased their batting depth and strategic bowling plan. The men in purple continue to thrive under pressure, while the Delhi Capitals will need to regroup and refocus as they aim for a resurgence in their campaign.

This match not only adds points to KKR's tally but also sets the stage for an exhilarating finish to the IPL 2024 season as teams contend for playoff positions.


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