NEW DELHI: Pakistan keeper-batter Umar Akmal found himself in midst of social media trolling as he misspelled Kolkata Knight Riders while congratulating the franchise for their third IPL title.KKR on Sunday hammered Sunrisers Hyderabad by 8 wickets in a lop-sided final in Chennai to clinch the title after a gap of 10 years.As wishes poured…
With another edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) drawing to a close, TOI picks the team of the 2024 season, based on performances throughout the tournament.Kolkata Knight Riders went on to win the title this year, which is their third triumph. They had previously lifted the trophy in 2012 and 2014.TRAVIS HEAD (Sunrisers Hydeabad)His…
NEW DELHI: Kolkata Knight Riders clinched their third Indian Premier League title in 2024 under the mentorship of Gautam Gambhir, who returned to the franchise this season. Gambhir, who previously led KKR to titles in 2012 and 2014 as captain, has been widely praised for his strategic influence and leadership.Former Sunrisers Hyderabad head coach Tom…
NEW DELHI: Former India cricketer Ambati Rayudu has once again courted controversy following his comments on Virat Kohli and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) after the IPL 2024 final. Despite Kohli’s stellar performance, Rayudu pointed out that the consistency of the star batter might actually burden the team, even as he emerged as the highest run-scorer…
NEW DELHI: It was year 2014 when Pat Cummins was handed IPL debut by his then-Kolkata Knight Riders captain Gautam Gambhir at the iconic Eden Gardens. In his sole appearance during the 2014 season against the Chennai Super Kings, Cummins bowled four overs, conceding 29 runs, including a maiden, and claimed the wicket of Dwayne…
NEW DELHI: An emotional but proud Sunrisers Hyderabad co-owner and CEO Kavya Maran on Sunday hailed the team’s glorious run in IPL 2024, pointing out that her players redefined T20 cricket on their way to the summit clash. Kolkata Knight Riders crushed Sunrisers by eight wickets in the final in Chennai to lift their third…
NEW DELHI: Commentators Kevin Pietersen and Matthew Hayden on Sunday pulled Ambati Rayudu‘s leg for switching his waistcoat after Kolkata Knight Riders‘ IPL 2024 title win. KKR, on Sunday, lifted their third IPL trophy with a crushing eight-wicket win over SRH in a completely one-sided final in Chennai.Rayudu, who was apparently supporting Sunrisers Hyderabad in…
NEW DELHI: Kolkata Knight Riders celebrated their third Indian Premier League title in grand style, crushing Sunrisers Hyderabad in the final held at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Sunday. The emphatic victory not only highlighted KKR‘s dominance but also showcased the pivotal role of Rinku Singh, whose ‘God’s plan’ mantra has become emblematic…
NEW DELHI: Australian pacer Mitchell Starc, who has been loyal to the ‘Baggy Green’ for nearly ten years, has hinted that he may give up one format to free him more time for franchise cricket.The 34-year-old did not say which format he would be giving up, but because the next 50-over World Cup is in…
NEW DELHI: Kolkata Knight Riders continued their dominance in the 2024 Indian Premier League by securing their third title with an emphatic victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. The comprehensive win showcased KKR’s all-round strength, with significant contributions from multiple players.Former India batter Ambati Rayudu, in his congratulatory message to…
