In a dominant display, the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) thrashed the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) by 8 wickets in the IPL 2024 final, claiming their third IPL title. SRH's aggressive batting approach faltered under pressure, mustering a meager 113 runs – the lowest total in an IPL final.
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Mitchell Starc spearheaded KKR's bowling attack, dismantling SRH's top order with two wickets in the powerplay. The procession continued with the fall of wickets at regular intervals, with Andre Russell claiming the crucial wicket of Aiden Markram.
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Both teams, considered the strongest of the league stage, showcased their prowess throughout the playoffs. KKR displayed consistency with a well-rounded team performance, while SRH enthralled audiences with their explosive batting, setting new tournament records for highest scores.
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However, the pressure of the final proved too much for SRH. Despite boasting experienced players, their batting crumbled under KKR's bowling attack.
Prior to the season, hefty bids for Mitchell Starc and Pat Cummins by KKR and SRH respectively raised eyebrows. Critics questioned the logic behind spending over 20 crore on each Australian pacer. However, both players silenced the doubters with their performances. Starc overcame a shaky start to shine in Qualifier 1, while Cummins led SRH with inspiring captaincy, proving his credentials as a world-class leader.
While SRH secured a thrilling victory over Rajasthan Royals in the second qualifier, their journey ended with a convincing defeat at the hands of KKR, mirroring their loss in the first qualifier.
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