KKR vs RR IPL 2024 Match Report: Buttler's invincible ton trumps Narine's century as Rajasthan Royals clinch highest chase

Rajasthan Royals' record chase

Rajasthan Royals rewrote IPL history with the highest run chase ever, edging past Kolkata Knight Riders by two wickets. This win solidifies their top spot on the points table with a dominant 12 points after seven games.

Rajasthan Royals faced a challenging target, initially fueled by Yashasvi Jaiswal's contribution. However, after his departure, Skipper Sanju Samson's exit followed. Yet, Jos Buttler and Riyan Parag countered strongly, accumulating 76 runs during the Powerplay phase.

The innings lost steam after Parag's dismissal. Quick wickets for Jurel and Hetmyer put the brakes on the scoring rate, affecting Buttler's rhythm. Ashwin's slow scoring added to the troubles. Powell brought some life back with his aggressive batting against Narine, but his dismissal gave Rajasthan a window to get back into the game.

Buttler single-handedly steered RR to victory

With the match hanging in the balance during the final overs, Buttler showcased his strategic genius. Despite battling an injury, he held onto the strike with remarkable composure. Jos Buttler guided Rajasthan to a historic triumph in the Indian T20 League, securing their highest IPL chase with a century and a nail-biting victory over Kolkata. This win equals Rajasthan's record for the highest successful run chase, showcasing their superior composure in a thrilling clash against top teams.

Narine's century powered KKR

Earlier, Sunil Narine's scintillating century propelled Kolkata Knight Riders to a formidable 223/6 against Rajasthan Royals in their IPL clash at Eden Gardens. Opting to bat first, Narine's explosive 109 off 56 balls, including 13 fours and six sixes, dominated the Royals' bowling attack. Partnering effectively with Angkrish Raghuvanshi and Andre Russell, Narine built crucial partnerships, showcasing supreme confidence and skill. His aggressive approach pierced the field effortlessly, particularly targeting R Ashwin and Yuzvendra Chahal. The stadium erupted in joy as Narine reached his milestone, with owner Shah Rukh Khan's jubilant reaction and Russell's enthusiastic embrace capturing the moment.

Trent Boult's precise yorker finally ended Narine's innings, but not before he left a significant impact. Despite a late surge by Rinku Singh, RR's spinners struggled, with Ashwin conceding 49 runs and Chahal managing just 1/54. KKR's late onslaught added pressure on RR, setting the stage for a challenging chase.