KKR register a comprehensive victory against SRH in the IPL 2024 final. Read the full match report and relive the key moments of the night.
The curtains have closed on the IPL 2024 season, and the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have emerged victorious! In a one-sided final against the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) at the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, KKR outplayed their opponents in all departments to claim their third IPL title.
Electing to Bat First, SRH Falter
SRH captain Pat Cummins won the toss and opted to bat first. However, their batting line-up crumbled under pressure from the potent KKR bowling attack. Openers Abhishek Sharma and Shubman Gill fell cheaply, and the middle order failed to build any significant partnerships. Andre Russell, brought into the attack early, ripped through the SRH batting with his fiery pace, picking up 4 wickets for just 17 runs. The entire SRH innings folded for a meagre 113 runs in 19.2 overs.
KKR Cruise to Victory
Chasing a modest target, KKR openers Venkatesh Iyer and Shreyas Iyer displayed excellent composure. They stitched together a solid opening partnership, laying the foundation for a comfortable chase. While Venkatesh departed after a well-made 38, Shreyas anchored the innings with a classy 54, ensuring there were no hiccups for KKR. They chased down the target with 8 wickets and 43 balls to spare, showcasing their dominance throughout the final.
KKR's Spinners Shine
While Andre Russell stole the show with his pace bowling, KKR's spin duo of Varun Chakravarthy and Sunil Narine also played a crucial role. They applied tight control in the middle overs, restricting the flow of runs and picking up vital wickets. This well-balanced bowling attack proved too much for SRH to handle.
KKR Deserved Champions
KKR, who finished the league stage at the top of the table, maintained their winning momentum throughout the playoffs. Their consistent performance and clinical execution in crunch moments were key factors in their championship run. Shreyas Iyer, with his captaincy skills and batting prowess, was a standout performer for KKR throughout the season.
Looking Ahead
With this victory, KKR have added their third IPL trophy to their cabinet, joining the ranks of elite teams like Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings. The focus now shifts to the next IPL season, where all teams will be eager to dethrone the newly crowned champions.
KKR vs SRH IPL 2024 final Highlights
SRH -113/10(18.3 overs)
A.Markram(20), PatCummins(24),Klaasen(17)N.Reddy(13)
KKR -114/2(10.3overs)
R.Gurbaz(39),V.Iyer(54)
Result-KKR WON IPL2024 BY 8 WICKETS
