IPL 2024: KKR’s Phil Salt’s Last-Minute Run Out Secures Thrilling Victory Against RCB | WATCH

In a thrilling encounter at the Eden Gardens on Sunday, Kolkata Knight Riders secured a nail-biting 1-run victory over Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the ongoing season of the Indian Premier League.

KKR’s keeper, Phil Salt, emerged as the hero of the match with a stunning run-out in the final ball of the chase to dismiss RCB’s tail-ender Lockie Ferguson. The hosts clinched the victory in dramatic fashion, sending the home crowd into a frenzy.

Opting to field first after winning the toss, RCB faced an onslaught from KKR’s batsmen, with Salt leading the charge with a blistering knock of 48 runs off just 14 deliveries. Despite losing wickets at regular intervals, KKR managed to post a formidable total of 222 runs.

In response, RCB got off to a solid start with Virat Kohli and Faf du Plessis putting on a good opening stand. However, Kohli’s controversial dismissal sparked a collapse, and RCB found themselves struggling to chase down the target.

Despite valiant efforts from Will Jacks, Rajat Patidar, and Dinesh Karthik, RCB fell short of the target by just one run, thanks to Salt’s heroics in the field.

With this win, KKR moved up the points table, while RCB suffered their seventh loss in eight games this season. The thrilling encounter kept fans on the edge of their seats till the last ball, showcasing the excitement and unpredictability of the IPL.