KKR’s Phil Salt, Nitish Rana, and Rinku Singh showcase excellent form in a practice match ahead of the IPL 2024 season. These key batters, part of Team Gold, contribute significantly to their team’s total of 237 runs in 20 overs. Salt impresses with 78 runs off 41 balls, while Rana adds 50 off 30 deliveries, and Rinku Singh scores 37 off 16 balls. Andre Russell also chips in with valuable runs for Team Gold.
Team Purple, in response, puts up a commendable fight and nearly chases down the target, falling short by just five runs to reach 232 runs in their 20 overs. The practice match provides an opportunity for players to bat together, especially those likely to feature in the first-choice playing XI for KKR in the IPL.
Some players from the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) also participate, showcasing their skills in batting and bowling. Notably, Mitchell Starc, the most expensive player in IPL history, joins the team and is expected to make an impact with his bowling.
KKR’s first match of IPL 2024 is scheduled against Sunrisers Hyderabad on March 23 at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata. With the return of regular skipper Shreyas Iyer, the team and fans are hopeful for an improved performance this season.