In a thrilling match between Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) season 17, Venkatesh Iyer stole the show with a spectacular six at the Eden Gardens Stadium in Kolkata.
KKR set a formidable target of 261 runs in 20 overs after being put to bat first by PBKS skipper Sam Curran. The opening pair of Sunil Narine and Phil Salt provided a solid start, putting up 138 runs for the first wicket. Venkatesh Iyer and Andre Russell also made significant contributions to the total, with skipper Shreyas Iyer adding a quickfire 28 off just 10 deliveries.
KKR, who have been performing exceptionally well in this year’s IPL, have won five out of their seven matches so far. They are set to take on PBKS in their next fixture, with high hopes of continuing their winning streak.
On the other hand, PBKS are coming off four consecutive defeats, with their last match against Gujarat Titans resulting in a three-wicket loss. The team will be looking to turn their fortunes around in the upcoming match against KKR.
The match between KKR and PBKS promises to be an exciting showdown, with both teams fielding strong playing XIs. Fans can catch all the action live at the Eden Gardens Stadium in Kolkata or tune in to the JioCinema app and website for live streaming.
As the IPL 2024 season heats up, cricket enthusiasts can stay updated on the latest news, player performances, and match schedules to witness the thrilling competition unfold.