KKR vs RR IPL 2024: RR Wins by 2 Wickets
Jos Buttler's Century Leads Rajasthan Royals to Victory
Kolkata Knight Riders Post 223/6 in Their Innings
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) faced off in a thrilling match on April 16, 2024, at Kolkata's iconic Eden Gardens. RR emerged victorious by a narrow margin of two wickets, thanks to a sensational century from Jos Buttler.
KKR batted first and posted a formidable total of 223/6 in their allotted 20 overs. Sunil Narine's blistering knock of 109 off 56 deliveries proved pivotal for the home team. Despite losing wickets towards the end, Rinku Singh's quick-fire cameo of 20 runs off 9 balls ensured KKR's strong position.
Buttler's Match-Winning Century
RR's chase got off to a shaky start as they lost early wickets. However, Buttler held his ground and anchored the innings with a magnificent unbeaten century. The English wicketkeeper-batter smashed 107 runs off just 66 balls, including 9 fours and 6 sixes. His innings not only revived RR's hopes but also set the stage for a nail-biting finish.
In the end, RR crossed the finish line with just two balls to spare, securing a crucial victory in their IPL 2024 campaign. Buttler's heroics earned him the Player of the Match award, while KKR's commendable total and fighting spirit were not enough to prevent their defeat.
For live score updates and in-depth commentary of the KKR vs RR match, visit ESPNcricinfo's official website. Additionally, catch the HD live streaming highlights and match videos on Cricbuzz for a comprehensive post-match analysis.
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