KKR vs MI Match 51
KKR vs MI: KKR clinches a historic win against MI at Wankhede
KKR clinches a historic win against MI at Wankhede
- Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) defeated Mumbai Indians (MI) by a convincing margin of 24 runs in the 51st match of IPL 2024.
- This win marked KKR’s first victory at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai in 12 years.
KKR vs MI: KKR’s batting performance:
- Venkatesh Iyer played a crucial knock, scoring a brilliant 70 runs off 52 balls with six fours and three sixes.
- Manish Pandey provided valuable support with a well-made 42 off 31 deliveries.
- Despite a shaky middle order, KKR managed to set a target of 169 runs in 19.5 overs.
KKR vs MI: MI’s batting struggles:
- Chasing a modest target, MI’s batting lineup failed to get going.
- Suryakumar Yadav’s knock of 56 runs was a lone bright spot for Mumbai.
- Mitchell Starc’s exceptional bowling spell in the final over, claiming three wickets in a row, helped KKR skittle out MI for a paltry 145 runs.
Key takeaways:
- This win was a much-needed boost for KKR, who are currently placed in the middle of the IPL 2024 points table.
- MI’s batting woes continue, putting their playoff qualification chances in jeopardy.
