In a thrilling match at Wankhede Stadium, the Kolkata Knight Riders emerged victorious against the Mumbai Indians after 12 years, securing a 24-run win in the 2024 IPL season. The last time KKR defeated Mumbai Indians at this venue was in 2012, making this victory even more significant for the men in purple.
Venkatesh Iyer played a crucial role in KKR’s win, scoring a brilliant 70-run knock that helped his team set a target of 170 runs. His innings included 6 fours and 3 sixes, providing the much-needed momentum for Kolkata.
However, Mumbai Indians faced early setbacks in their chase, losing key wickets in the powerplay overs. Despite a valiant effort from Suryakumar Yadav, who scored 56 runs, Mumbai struggled to keep up with the required run rate.
Mitchell Starc, who had been out of form throughout the IPL, turned the game in KKR’s favor with a brilliant spell in the penultimate over. He took three crucial wickets, including that of Suryakumar Yadav, to seal the win for Kolkata.
With this victory, Kolkata Knight Riders have moved closer to securing a playoffs spot, while Mumbai Indians’ playoff ambitions are now in jeopardy with just three wins in eleven games. The match was a rollercoaster of emotions for both teams, showcasing the unpredictable nature of T20 cricket.