Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) continued their winning streak in the IPL 2024 by defeating Delhi Capitals (DC) by seven wickets in a thrilling encounter on Monday. This victory marked KKR’s sixth win of the season, bouncing back from their previous defeat against Punjab Kings (PBKS). On the other hand, DC suffered their sixth loss of the season, halting their two-match winning streak.
The match took place at the iconic Eden Gardens in Kolkata, where DC, after winning the toss, opted to bat first and set a target of 153/9. However, KKR’s bowlers, led by Varun Chakravarthy’s impressive 3/16, restricted DC’s batting lineup. In response, KKR chased down the target in just 16.3 overs, with opener Phil Salt playing a brilliant knock of 68 runs.
Following this match, the IPL 2024 points table saw some changes, with Rajasthan Royals leading the table with 16 points from 9 matches. KKR moved up to the second spot with 12 points from 9 matches, showcasing their strong performance in the tournament.
In the individual player statistics, RCB’s Virat Kohli retained the Orange Cap as the leading run-scorer with 500 runs, followed by CSK’s Ruturaj Gaikwad and GT’s Sai Sudharsan. In the bowling department, MI’s Jasprit Bumrah held the Purple Cap with 14 wickets, followed closely by CSK’s Mustafizur Rahman and PBKS’ Harshal Patel.
The IPL 2024 season continues to provide thrilling matches and exciting performances, keeping fans on the edge of their seats. Stay tuned for more updates and coverage of the ongoing tournament.