KKR vs DC 2024: KKR Crushes DC with Second Highest IPL Total
The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) put on a record-breaking performance against the Delhi Capitals (DC) on April 3rd, 2024, clinching a massive victory and etching their names in the history books of the Indian Premier League (IPL) with the second-highest IPL total. This achievement comes after SRH’s record-setting 277/3 against Mumbai Indians a few days before on March 27th, 2024.
Team | Score | Against | Venue | Date |
SRH | 277/3 | MI | Hyderabad | 27/03/24 |
KKR | 272/7 | DC | Vizag | 03/04/24 |
RCB | 263/5 | PWI | Bengaluru | 23/04/13 |
LSG | 257/5 | PBKS | Mohali | 28/04/23 |
RCB | 248/3 | GL | Bengaluru | 14/05/16 |
CSK | 246/5 | RR | Chennai | 03/04/10 |
MI | 246/5 | SRH | Hyderabad | 27/03/24 |
KKR | 245/6 | PBKS | Indore | 12/05/18 |
KKR’s batting lineup exploded, registering the second-highest total in IPL history with a staggering score of 272 runs. Leading the charge was the explosive Sunil Narine, who unleashed his batting prowess to score a career-best 85 runs in a T20 match including 7 fours and 7 sixes. His knock was a whirlwind of power and precision, leaving the DC bowlers with no answers.
Not to be outdone, youngster Angkrish Raghuvanshi announced himself on the big stage with a phenomenal fifty on debut. At just 18 years old, Raghuvanshi displayed remarkable composure and skill to become the youngest player to score a half-century in his first IPL innings. His knock of 54 off 27 including 5 fours and 3 sixes was a testament to the depth and talent KKR possesses in their batting order.
KKR’s bowling attack complemented the brilliance of their batsmen, restricting DC to a modest total and securing a comprehensive victory. The win marked KKR’s second-largest margin of victory in IPL history, further solidifying their dominance in the match.
This match was a night of records and milestones for KKR. They not only secured a historic 106 runs win but also rewrote the record books with their phenomenal batting performance. Sunil Narine’s career-best knock and Angkrish Raghuvanshi’s record-breaking debut knock will be etched in the memories of KKR fans for a long time to come.
Faizan, a seasoned cricket journalist with over 5 years of experience, has made contributions to renowned platforms like ESPNcricinfo, SportsKeeda, Times of India, and Hindustan Times where he covered the IPL and Indian Cricket Team. Using his expertise and experience, he started a new venture, a cricket betting information site, dedicated to delivering insightful analysis and updates to IPL Betting enthusiasts
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