The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 witnessed yet another thrilling clash as the Delhi Capitals (DC) locked horns with the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in what turned out to be a spectacular showdown. Amidst the roar of the crowd and the tension in the air, KKR emerged victorious in a comprehensive fashion, overpowering DC by a staggering margin of 106 runs.
KKR’s batting masterclass
Sunil Narine’s explosive knock
From the very onset, it was evident that KKR meant business. Led by the remarkable performances of Sunil Narine and Angkrish Raghuvanshi, they set the stage on fire with their explosive batting display. Narine, primarily known for his prowess with the ball, surprised everyone with his ferocious batting onslaught. His scintillating knock of 85 runs off just 39 deliveries left the DC bowlers gasping for breath and the fans in awe of his talent.
Angkrish Raghuvanshi’s stylish arrival in IPL 2024
But Narine was not alone in his heroics. Angkrish Raghuvanshi, a rising star in the IPL arena, showcased his immense potential with a stylish fifty that announced his arrival in the tournament. His quickfire innings added to the onslaught, putting DC under immense pressure.
The finishing touch by Andre Russell and Rinku Singh
The onslaught didn’t end there. Andre Russell and Rinku Singh joined forces to further demoralize the DC bowling attack. Russell’s blistering 41 off 19 balls and Singh’s explosive 28 off just 8 deliveries propelled KKR to a record-breaking total of 272/7 in their allotted 20 overs.
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DC’s chase and the struggle against KKR’s bowling
Rishabh Pant and Tristan Stubbs efforts in vain
In response, DC’s top order struggled to get going against the formidable KKR bowling attack. Despite valiant efforts from David Warner and Prithvi Shaw, wickets fell at regular intervals, denting DC’s chase early on. Although Rishabh Pant and Tristan Stubbs provided some resistance with impressive half-centuries, the target proved insurmountable for DC as they were eventually bowled out for 166.
KKR’s bowling duo of Varun Chakaravarthy and Vaibhav Arora wreaked havoc on the DC batting lineup, claiming three wickets each and sealing KKR’s dominant victory.
Here’s how Twitter reacted:
KKR HAS WON FIRST 3 GAMES OF AN IPL SEASON FOR THE FIRST TIME IN HISTORY. 🤯
– Gambhir & Iyer bringing Glory days to KKR. pic.twitter.com/KkZaPoh7i8
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) April 3, 2024
KKR REGISTERED THEIR HIGHEST IPL TOTAL IN HISTORY. pic.twitter.com/Z0vDKJWBVC
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) April 3, 2024
16 yearChallenge KKR from 222 – 2008
272- 2024#KKRvsDC pic.twitter.com/8RTKEMxx4W— Shikhar Sagar (@crazy__shikhu) April 3, 2024
“Who’s on top of the points table?”#DCvKKR pic.twitter.com/BEnV1vQScc
— Netflix India (@NetflixIndia) April 3, 2024
KKR is back on top table again. Look at the NRR. #DCvKKR pic.twitter.com/cS8CidVisf
— Soni Raj Singh (@SRKkiSoni) April 3, 2024
.@GautamGambhir and @iamsrk’s deadly combo will bring the glory back for @KKRiders in #IPL2024.
It was SRK’s decision to bring Gauti back because he knows there’s nobody bigger & better than GG if KKR wants to win trophies again.
And Guru Gauti responds with 3 wins in first 3. pic.twitter.com/QzUyheDxHX
— Madhav Sharma (Modi Ka Parivar) (@HashTagCricket) April 3, 2024
How does India tap this incredible talent on display? Everyday a new flower blooms. Raghuvanshi looks very classy and confident. And still only 18!
— Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) April 3, 2024
Comeback ho to @RishabhPant17 jaisa ho. 👐🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Back to back fifties. 🙌🙌 #IPL2024 #DCvKKR pic.twitter.com/V1GfPe3M9e
— Ridhima Pathak (@PathakRidhima) April 3, 2024
This is the Gautam Gambhir Era in KKR. 💜💜🫡#GautamGambhir #KKR #DCvKKR #IPL2024 #TATAIPL2024 pic.twitter.com/xrE0mHzVoV
— Saabir Zafar (@Saabir_Saabu01) April 3, 2024
Rishabh pant batting well is such a pleasing feeling.
— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) April 3, 2024
She asked me – “So where should we do it?”
I replied – “KKR”She didn’t understand. I had to explain – “On the top of the table babe”#KKRvsDC pic.twitter.com/6N4Ej0OrkU
— काली🚩 (@SRKsVampire_) April 3, 2024
KKR beat delhi capitals by 106 runs 🔥#DCvKKR pic.twitter.com/udRRMzpXLB
— KrrishnaTweets (@KAakrosh) April 3, 2024
Captain Shreyas Iyer’s KKR stays unbeaten in IPL 2024 with 2 one sided away wins🔥💜 pic.twitter.com/Vpm2NFfMpq
— Rajiv (@Rajiv1841) April 3, 2024
THIS IS AN APPRECIATION POST FOR OUR BOWLERS ON THIS FLAT WICKET. GETTING THE OPPOSITE TEAM ALL OUT.
ONE SIDED AFFAIR. pic.twitter.com/aMGSguw4Km
— KKR Vibe (@KnightsVibe) April 3, 2024
We don’t concede 240+ after giving a 270+ target.
AMI KKR, WE RULE! pic.twitter.com/mleUSS6K4w— R (@poeticbirdie) April 3, 2024
Sunil Narine smashing sixes ✅
Russell-Rinku finishing innings ✅
Youngsters taking responsibility ✅
Team scoring massive totals ✅
Starc taking wickets in power play ✅This is Guru @GautamGambhir’s impact which has made @KKRiders a formidable force in #IPL2024. #DCvKKR pic.twitter.com/CiHs8plxa5
— Madhav Sharma (Modi Ka Parivar) (@HashTagCricket) April 3, 2024
Well played Rishabh Pant. Bro is getting better with every game. If he continues like this then he will definitely be there in the T20 World Cup squad. pic.twitter.com/u4muQmfwjR
— R A T N I S H (@LoyalSachinFan) April 3, 2024
