KKR POINTS
"KKR has been the all-round team," says Anil Kumble ahead of IPL 2024 final
Former India cricketer Anil Kumble praised Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) for being the all-round team in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. KKR finished the league stage with nine wins, three losses, and two no results, earning a direct spot in the final by defeating Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the qualifier one. Kumble praised skipper Shreyas Iyer for being calm and using his resources well in the T20 tournament. Both Kolkata and Hyderabad have redefined how to play in the powerplay, with SRH demonstrating this consistently.
Former Australia cricketer Shane Watson picks KKR over SRH to lift IPL 2024 title
Former Australia cricketer Shane Watson predicts that the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) led-side has a slight advantage ahead of the Indian Premier League 2024 Final between Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). KKR finished the league stage with nine wins, three losses, and two no results, giving them 20 points. SRH earned a direct spot in the final by defeating Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the qualifier one.
Sunrisers Hyderabad should back their batting-first approach: Suresh Raina
Former India cricketer Suresh Raina has urged Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) to adopt a batting-first approach in the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 final match against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). Raina highlighted the importance of Pat Cummins' presence in the SRH squad, who has recently won the ODI World Cup. He emphasized the importance of keeping the dressing room running and following the process.
Pat Cummins reaches another final: Can he match MS Dhoni's legendary feat in IPL 2024 final?
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) skipper Pat Cummins is set to captain the Sunrisers Hyderabad in their maiden IPL final. Cummins, who recently led Australia to victory in the 2023 ODI World Cup, will aim to equal MS Dhoni's record of winning both the ODI World Cup and this tournament in a single cricket season. Dhoni has won five IPL titles with the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the 2010-11, 2018, 2021, and 2023 seasons, while Cummins has one IPL title to his name, winning in 2014 with the Knight Riders.
KKR all-rounder Narine needs 18 runs to become first-ever IPL player to register this unique record
Sunil Narine, a Caribbean all-rounder for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), is set to become the first Indian Premier League player to score 500 runs and take 15 wickets in a single season. Narine has scored 482 runs at a strike rate of 179.85 in 13 matches in the IPL 2024 season. He has also bagged 16 wickets at an economy rate of 6.90.
Chennai Weather Update: Chances of rains to disrupt the final between KKR vs SRH; Will it be a reserve day?
Unexpected rain cut short Kolkata Knight Riders' final practise session at MA Chidambaram Stadium, reminiscent of the three-day IPL grand decider at Narendra Modi Stadium where Chennai Super Kings won.
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Had to wait for my opportunity: SRH batter Rahul Tripathi on his performance in IPL 2024
Sunrisers Hyderabad will lock horns against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the final match of the IPL 2024 at the MA Chidambaram Stadium on Sunday. Rahul played 5 matches for the Sunrisers in the IPL 2024, scoring 156 runs at a strike rate of 152.94. He hammered 17 fours and 6 sixes in the ongoing season.
KKR enter fourth IPL final with dominant win over Sunrisers Hyderabad
Kolkata Knight Riders secured their spot in the IPL final with a dominant eight-wicket victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad in Qualifier 1. Mitchell Starc's three wickets in the powerplay restricted SRH to 159 all out, with Rahul Tripathi top-scoring with 55. KKR chased down the target in just 13.4 overs, with Venkatesh Iyer (51*) and skipper Shreyas Iyer (58*) leading the charge. SRH will have another chance to reach the final when they face the winner of the Eliminator on Friday in Chennai.
SRH vs KKR IPL Qualifier 1 match today: Ahmedabad weather, pitch report, predicted XI and special game rules
Sunrisers Hyderabad and Kolkata Knight Riders clash in Qualifier 1 at Narendra Modi Stadium in IPL 2024, promising explosive T20 cricket. Key players like Travis Head, Abhishek Sharma, and Pat Cummins are crucial for SRH. No rain is expected in Ahmedabad. The pitch report and probable XIIs featuring all key players are awaited.
JB Pharma expects India business to grow above market growth rate in FY25: CEO Nikhil Chopra
JB Pharma, led by CEO Nikhil Chopra, forecasts 12-14% revenue growth and aims to increase Ebitda margins by 27-28% in FY25. The growth is driven by a focus on chronic portfolio, CDMO business expansion, and upcoming acquisition of an ophthalmology drugs portfolio from Novartis. The company's financial performance in FY24 was strong with revenue reaching Rs 3,484 crore.
Global fund KKR puts Lighthouse on the Block, eyes $1.2 billion valuation
KKR & Co is set to sell its education portfolio in India, Lighthouse Learning, with a valuation of $1-1.2 billion. The group operates over 1,350 pre-schools and 45 schools, attracting interest from global educational institutions and PE funds. Lighthouse has seen increasing student numbers and revenue growth, with expectations to reach Rs 1000-1200 crore by fiscal year 2024.
IPL Playoffs: Kolkata Knight Riders take on Sunrisers Hyderabad in Qualifier 1
High-flying Kolkata Knight Riders and Sunrisers Hyderabad, known for power-hitting, clash in IPL 2024 Qualifier 1. SRH is boosted by a recent win, while KKR seek momentum after rain interruptions. KKR's top scorer Phil Salt departed for national duty, leaving a gap in the lineup. SRH's Head and Abhishek Sharma bring firepower. The bowlers expected to play a crucial role in the clash.
IPL 2024: KKR-RR clash called off due to rain, playoff clashes finally confirmed
The IPL match between RR and KKR was called off due to rain. SRH secured a win over PBKS with contributions from Abhishek Sharma, T Natarajan, Rilee Rossouw, and Atharva Taide. Abhishek Sharma's explosive innings led SRH to victory. SRH will face PBKS in the eliminator.
'They will win you the trophy': Former cricketer offers insights to RCB for IPL trophy
Former Indian cricketer Mohammad Kaif offers strategic advice to Royal Challengers Bangalore, urging them to focus on Indian talent for future IPL triumphs. Kaif emphasizes the importance of RCB learning from their setbacks and investing in local players, citing the success of teams like KKR and Rajasthan Royals. He suggests that RCB's reliance on foreign stars should be balanced with nurturing and backing Indian talent, pointing to examples of successful Indian players in the league.
Team India to get a new head coach after T20 World Cup 2024: Who could replace Rahul Dravid? Top contenders
BCCI invites applications for head coach with contenders like Stephen Fleming, Andy Flower, Gautam Gambhir, Justin Langer, and Virender Sehwag. The article covers details on the T20 World Cup schedule and India's squad for the tournament.
GT eliminated from IPL 2024 after rain mars match against KKR
KKR has already secured their place in the play-offs after they defeated Mumbai Indians in their previous fixture. Rajasthan Royals are second in the standings with 16 points from 12 games, while defending champions Chennai Super Kings are placed third with 14 points from 13 matches.
PE fund Apax to step up India play with new team
The Apax strategy is more pivoted toward control deals, given its focus on being able to have a seat on the table to drive changes. It is, however, open to partnering with quality founders and management teams in minority settings "where there's a meeting of minds," Haldea said.
IPL 2024 Playoff Race: Can Mumbai Indians still qualify? Predicting chances for all IPL teams in the fray
IPL 2024 Playoff Race: With 13 matches remaining in IPL 2024, uncertainty looms as no team except Mumbai Indians is guaranteed a playoff spot. Kolkata Knight Riders and Rajasthan Royals have a 36% chance of topping the table individually, with slim playoff hopes. Sunrisers Hyderabad's recent win significantly boosted their chances to nearly 94%, while Delhi Capitals' odds of reaching the playoffs stand just below 50%. Mumbai Indians are definitively out of contention, with calculations based on 8,192 possible match outcomes.
Sunil Narine stars as KKR humble LSG by 98 runs, go to top of table
KKR's emphatic win over LSG was fueled by Sunil Narine's explosive innings. LSG faltered in the chase, with KKR's bowlers dominating. The victory propels KKR to the top of the table in the IPL.
LSG vs KKR Pitch Report: Key contenders, pitch report and stadium history
LSG vs KKR Pitch Report: Lucknow Super Giants prepare to battle Kolkata Knight Riders at Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium. LSG, aiming for IPL playoffs, encounters challenges from Sunrisers Hyderabad, Chennai Super Kings, Delhi Capitals, and adapts to varying pitch conditions.
KKR win an away tie against MI after 12 years, all but put hosts out of IPL
Mitchell Starc was the best bowler for KKR with figures of 4 for 33, while Varun Chakravarthy (2/22), Sunil Narine (2/22) and Andre Russell (2/30) picked up two wickets apiece.
Harshit Rana suspended for one match, fined 100 per cent match fees
Kolkata Knight Riders seamer Harshit Rana was fined 100% of his match fees and suspended for one match for breaching the IPL Code of Conduct during their match against Delhi Capitals. Rana, who was fined earlier for a similar offence, almost repeated it when he gestured towards Abhishek Porel to leave the field and appealed excessively. He will miss KKR's next match against Mumbai Indians. Rana is KKR's joint leading wicket-taker in the IPL.
In Pics: Shah Rukh Khan at Eden Gardens with son AbRam for KKR vs DC match
Superstar Shah Rukh Khan on Monday evening was spotted enjoying and cheering for his IPL team Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) they lock horns with Delhi Capitals (DC) at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata. Donning a purple t-shirt, SRK cheered for KKR as the team crushed Delhi Capitals to defeat.
KKR joins global cos betting billions of dollars in fastest-growing India
KKR & Co. is optimistic about investment opportunities in India's consumer sector and expanding its private credit portfolio. Despite high valuations, the firm believes in India's long-term consumption growth. With global firms like Blackstone and Goldman Sachs also investing in India, KKR plans to deploy $10 billion at a faster pace. The firm is eyeing opportunities in manufacturing and may venture into real estate in the future. Despite challenges faced in the past, KKR remains committed to investing in India through various strategies, including its Asia credit fund and infrastructure projects.
Sunil Narine surpasses Malinga to become highest wicket-taker for single franchise in IPL history
Kolkata Knight Riders' Sunil Narine achieves a significant milestone by surpassing Lasith Malinga to become the highest wicket-taker for a single team in IPL history. Narine's performance in KKR's match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru was crucial, as he not only contributed with the ball but also played a key role in swinging the game in his team's favor. His remarkable performance this season, under the mentorship of Gautam Gambhir, has been instrumental in KKR's success.
Little room for error as struggling RCB face dominant KKR
RCB faces KKR in a crucial IPL match, relying on Kohli, Du Plessis, Karthik, Alzarri Joseph, Glenn Maxwell, Sunil Narine. Maxwell's mental fatigue and RCB's struggle with consecutive losses add to the challenge.
IPL 2024: Irfan Pathan takes indirect dig at KKR's Mitchell Starc, says most expensive player can't be your weak link
Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan criticised Mitchell Starc, IPL's most expensive player, as his poor form continued for KKR against Rajasthan Royals. Starc struggled in the match but showed improvement in the next game. Despite his efforts, KKR lost to RR in a high-scoring game. KKR will face Mumbai Indians next.
IPL 2024: Buttler slams seventh ton, guides RR to pulsating two-wicket win over KKR
RR topped the table with this win, having won six, lost one and obtained 12 points. KKR is in the second spot, with four wins and two losses, giving them eight points. In the run chase of 224 runs, Rajasthan Royals was off to a decent start. Yashasvi Jaiswal hit Mitchell Starc for two fours and Vaibhav Arora for a six, but was caught by Venkatesh Iyer for 9-ball 19. Harshit Rana took his first wicket. RR was 22/1 in 1.5 overs.
KKR vs LSG IPL 2024 Pitch Report: Who will win today? Pitch condition, head-to-head, key fantasy players
KKR vs LSG Pitch Report, IPL 2024: Kolkata Knight Riders face Lucknow Super Giants at Eden Gardens, aiming to climb the IPL 2024 points table. Expect a high-scoring game with power hitters and spinners playing crucial roles. Key players Narine, Russell, and Pooran to watch.
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