ings XI Punjab was the favorite against Kolkata Knight Riders before the
finale but things went against them. The Knights from Kolkata landed
their second IPL trophy in three years thus becoming the only second
team two win the crown twice after Chennai Super Kings. It was a team
effort which helped them in lifting yet another IPL trophy. Let’s take a
look at those players who played a major part in the triumph.
Manish Pandey’s superman show
Manish Pandey was making runs in the previous matches but nobody even dreamt off what he did in the title decider. After setting his eyes in, the local Karnataka boy went on rampage with some blistering strokes. The wickets were falling from the other end but he didn’t lose hope. His knock of 94 runs off 50 balls overshadowed Saha’s brilliant hundred for the opposite team. Pandey’s inning had 7 fours and 6 sixes. He didn’t spare any bowler. His cuts, drives and pulls were of top class and attracted huge round of applause from the fans.
Cameo from Yusuf Pathan
He was in pathetic from in the first half of the season and was even dropped from the playing XI. However, the Baroda bomber made a sensational comeback in the last few games of the season. Riding on good form, he played an important cameo in the finale. His 36 runs off 22 balls was laced with four sixes and somewhat took KKR closer to title victory. He was the main reason behind taking off pressure from Manish Pandey’s shoulder.
Brilliant bowling from Shakib
Kings XI Punjab scored 199-run from the allotted 20 overs which was a huge score considering pressure and nervy moments. However, there was one bowler from the Knights side, who kept the batsmen in check throughout the proceedings. Shakib-al-Hasan, the Bangladeshi all-rounder and the lifeline of KKR’s middle order, bowled an inspirational spell. He conceded just 26 runs from his four overs when his fellow bowlers went for more than 10 in an over. It was his bowling which kept the score at 199 otherwise, KXIP could have score around 230.
King Khan’s presence Shah Rukh Khan has always backed his Knights despite their poor performances and painful exits from the previous editions of the Indian Premier League. His presence in the final match was moral boosting for the team. He was constantly cheering for them, which was enough to lift their spirits. The famous Bollywood actor is the co-owner of the KKR and his mature avatar suddenly turned into three year old children when his team won the title. He was seen dancing, playing and celebrating with the players. Cheerful owner, Cheerful team.
Manish Pandey’s superman show
Manish Pandey was making runs in the previous matches but nobody even dreamt off what he did in the title decider. After setting his eyes in, the local Karnataka boy went on rampage with some blistering strokes. The wickets were falling from the other end but he didn’t lose hope. His knock of 94 runs off 50 balls overshadowed Saha’s brilliant hundred for the opposite team. Pandey’s inning had 7 fours and 6 sixes. He didn’t spare any bowler. His cuts, drives and pulls were of top class and attracted huge round of applause from the fans.
Cameo from Yusuf Pathan
He was in pathetic from in the first half of the season and was even dropped from the playing XI. However, the Baroda bomber made a sensational comeback in the last few games of the season. Riding on good form, he played an important cameo in the finale. His 36 runs off 22 balls was laced with four sixes and somewhat took KKR closer to title victory. He was the main reason behind taking off pressure from Manish Pandey’s shoulder.
Brilliant bowling from Shakib
Kings XI Punjab scored 199-run from the allotted 20 overs which was a huge score considering pressure and nervy moments. However, there was one bowler from the Knights side, who kept the batsmen in check throughout the proceedings. Shakib-al-Hasan, the Bangladeshi all-rounder and the lifeline of KKR’s middle order, bowled an inspirational spell. He conceded just 26 runs from his four overs when his fellow bowlers went for more than 10 in an over. It was his bowling which kept the score at 199 otherwise, KXIP could have score around 230.
King Khan’s presence Shah Rukh Khan has always backed his Knights despite their poor performances and painful exits from the previous editions of the Indian Premier League. His presence in the final match was moral boosting for the team. He was constantly cheering for them, which was enough to lift their spirits. The famous Bollywood actor is the co-owner of the KKR and his mature avatar suddenly turned into three year old children when his team won the title. He was seen dancing, playing and celebrating with the players. Cheerful owner, Cheerful team.
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