KKR vs RR Match Highlights: IPL 2024

In an exciting IPL 2024 encounter, the Rajasthan Royals edged out the Kolkata Knight Riders by two wickets in a match that went down to the wire, thanks to Jos Buttler's sensational century. Scoring an unbeaten 107, Buttler hit the winning runs on the final ball, leading RR to a historic chase.

Sunil Narine also shone brightly, scoring his maiden T20 century and propelling KKR to a daunting total of 223/6. The match was a display of exceptional skill and nerves, with both teams fighting fiercely until the final moment.

Narine's Power Play

Sunil Narine's spectacular innings was a major highlight of the match. Opening the batting, Narine scored 109 off just 49 balls, an innings that included 11 fours and 6 sixes. His aggressive batting pushed KKR to a massive total of 223/6, setting a challenging target for RR.

His innings not only showcased his batting skills but also set a record for one of the fastest centuries in the IPL. Despite the pressure from RR bowlers like Avesh Khan and Kuldeep Sen, who each took two wickets, Narine's performance was a crucial factor in KKR's strong position.

Buttler's Steady Rise

Jos Buttler played a pivotal role in RR's chase, scoring an unbeaten 107. Initially pairing with Yashasvi Jaiswal, who was out early, Buttler anchored the innings. He reached his fifty in 36 balls, maintaining a calm presence despite losing partners such as Sanju Samson and Riyan Parag.

His ability to accelerate in the latter part of the innings was critical, especially after reaching his half-century. The partnership with Trent Boult towards the end was crucial, despite Boult being run out, allowing Buttler to take control in the final overs.

Spinners Take Control

KKR's spinners, particularly and Sunil Narine, exerted significant control over the middle overs, taking crucial wickets and slowing down RR's scoring rate. Chakaravarthy took important wickets, including those of Shimron Hetmyer and Rovman Powell.