MUMBAI INDIANS officially out of IPL 2024!!

In a captivating IPL encounter, Kolkata Knight Riders showcased a collective bowling masterclass to clinch a hard-fought 24-run victory over the formidable Mumbai Indians, the reigning champions on multiple occasions. Despite KKR's initial batting woes, which saw them being bundled out for a modest 169 runs, with Venkatesh Iyer's commendable 70 being the lone standout, the Mumbai Indians' pursuit of the target faltered on a demanding pitch, culminating in their dismissal for a mere 145 runs. Even Suryakumar Yadav's resilient half-century failed to salvage MI's innings, as Mitchell Starc's devastating four-wicket haul ultimately sealed their fate. The spin duo of Varun Chakravarthy and Sunil Narine proved instrumental in stifling MI's batting lineup, each claiming two crucial wickets. The premature exit of Hardik Pandya further compounded MI's struggles. Turning to KKR's batting innings, despite an aggressive start, their momentum tapered off, with Venkatesh Iyer's fifty and Manish Pandey's partnership guiding them to a respectable total. However, Jasprit Bumrah's lethal spell at the death prevented KKR from posting a more imposing score.