Introduction: Kolkata Knight Riders Vs Mumbai Indians Match Scorecard
The clash between Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Mumbai Indians (MI) is one of the most anticipated matches in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Both teams, with their star-studded line-ups and rich history, make for an exciting and thrilling encounter every time they meet. This content provides a detailed scorecard and highlights of a hypothetical match between these two IPL giants.
Match Details:
- Match: Kolkata Knight Riders vs. Mumbai Indians
- Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata
- Date: July 18, 2024
Toss and Teams:
Toss: Mumbai Indians won the toss and elected to bat first.
Kolkata Knight Riders Playing XI:
- Shubman Gill
- Venkatesh Iyer
- Nitish Rana (C)
- Andre Russell
- Dinesh Karthik (WK)
- Rahul Tripathi
- Pat Cummins
- Sunil Narine
- Lockie Ferguson
- Varun Chakravarthy
- Prasidh Krishna
Mumbai Indians Playing XI:
- Rohit Sharma (C)
- Quinton de Kock (WK)
- Suryakumar Yadav
- Ishan Kishan
- Kieron Pollard
- Hardik Pandya
- Krunal Pandya
- Nathan Coulter-Nile
- Rahul Chahar
- Jasprit Bumrah
- Trent Boult
First Innings:
Mumbai Indians Innings:
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rohit Sharma (C) | 45 | 32 | 6 | 2 | 140.62 |
| Quinton de Kock (WK) | 60 | 41 | 7 | 3 | 146.34 |
| Suryakumar Yadav | 35 | 28 | 4 | 1 | 125.00 |
| Ishan Kishan | 20 | 15 | 2 | 1 | 133.33 |
| Kieron Pollard | 10 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 166.67 |
| Hardik Pandya | 25* | 12 | 3 | 2 | 208.33 |
| Krunal Pandya | 5* | 3 | 1 | 0 | 166.67 |
| Extras | 10 | ||||
| Total | 210/5 | 20 Overs |
Fall of Wickets: 1-90 (Rohit Sharma, 9.3 ov), 2-130 (Quinton de Kock, 13.4 ov), 3-155 (Suryakumar Yadav, 16.2 ov), 4-170 (Ishan Kishan, 17.5 ov), 5-185 (Kieron Pollard, 18.4 ov).
Bowling:
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pat Cummins | 4 | 0 | 45 | 1 | 11.25 |
| Lockie Ferguson | 4 | 0 | 38 | 2 | 9.50 |
| Prasidh Krishna | 4 | 0 | 47 | 1 | 11.75 |
| Sunil Narine | 4 | 0 | 35 | 1 | 8.75 |
| Varun Chakravarthy | 4 | 0 | 40 | 0 | 10.00 |
Second Innings:
Kolkata Knight Riders Innings:
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shubman Gill | 50 | 36 | 6 | 1 | 138.89 |
| Venkatesh Iyer | 40 | 29 | 4 | 2 | 137.93 |
| Nitish Rana (C) | 55 | 38 | 5 | 3 | 144.74 |
| Andre Russell | 30 | 15 | 2 | 3 | 200.00 |
| Dinesh Karthik (WK) | 15* | 10 | 1 | 1 | 150.00 |
| Rahul Tripathi | 10* | 6 | 1 | 0 | 166.67 |
| Extras | 10 | ||||
| Total | 210/4 | 20 Overs |
Fall of Wickets: 1-80 (Venkatesh Iyer, 9.2 ov), 2-135 (Shubman Gill, 14.1 ov), 3-180 (Andre Russell, 17.3 ov), 4-200 (Nitish Rana, 19.2 ov).
Bowling:
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trent Boult | 4 | 0 | 42 | 1 | 10.50 |
| Jasprit Bumrah | 4 | 0 | 35 | 2 | 8.75 |
| Nathan Coulter-Nile | 4 | 0 | 40 | 0 | 10.00 |
| Krunal Pandya | 4 | 0 | 50 | 1 | 12.50 |
| Rahul Chahar | 4 | 0 | 43 | 0 | 10.75 |
Match Summary:
The match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Mumbai Indians was a nail-biting contest that ended in a tie, forcing a Super Over to determine the winner. Both teams showcased excellent batting and bowling performances, making it a memorable game for the fans.
Super Over:
Mumbai Indians Batting:
- Rohit Sharma: 15 (4 balls, 2 sixes, 1 four)
- Kieron Pollard: 5 (2 balls, 1 four)
- Total: 20/0 (1 Over)
Kolkata Knight Riders Bowling:
- Pat Cummins: 1 Over, 20 Runs, 0 Wickets
Kolkata Knight Riders Batting:
- Andre Russell: 18 (5 balls, 2 sixes, 1 four)
- Nitish Rana: 2 (1 ball)
- Total: 20/0 (1 Over)
Mumbai Indians Bowling:
- Jasprit Bumrah: 1 Over, 20 Runs, 0 Wickets
Result:
Kolkata Knight Riders won the Super Over by hitting a boundary on the last ball.
Highlights:
- Rohit Sharma’s Knock: The Mumbai Indians captain set the tone with a quickfire 45, giving his team a strong start.
- Quinton de Kock’s Half-Century: De Kock played a crucial role with his 60, ensuring Mumbai Indians posted a competitive total.
- Nitish Rana’s Captaincy: Rana led from the front with a brilliant 55, keeping Kolkata in the chase.
- Super Over Drama: The match went down to the wire, with both teams scoring 20 runs in the Super Over. KKR emerged victorious with a boundary off the final ball.
