KKR vs RR IPL 2024: Jos Buttler's Century Powers Rajasthan Royals to Victory
Kolkata Knight Riders Post 223/6, But Jos Buttler's 109 Leads Rajasthan Royals to a Thrilling Win
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In a high-scoring encounter, the Rajasthan Royals emerged victorious over the Kolkata Knight Riders in the 31st match of IPL 2024. Rajasthan's Jos Buttler played a blistering innings, scoring a sensational century to lead his team to a thrilling win.
Chasing a target of 224 set by Kolkata, Rajasthan made a strong start thanks to Buttler's onslaught. The English opener smashed the KKR bowlers to all parts of the ground, reaching his century in just 56 balls.
Buttler's innings was well-supported by Sanju Samson, who scored a half-century, and Shimron Hetmyer, who added a quickfire 36*. Rajasthan eventually reached the target with four balls to spare, handing KKR their fourth loss of the season.
Earlier in the day, KKR had posted a formidable total of 223/6 on the back of Sunil Narine's breathtaking century. The Trinidadian all-rounder smashed 109 runs off just 56 balls, including nine fours and seven sixes.
KKR's innings was also boosted by Andre Russell's quickfire 35* and Nitish Rana's 34. However, Rajasthan's bowlers fought back in the second half of the innings to restrict KKR to a manageable total.
With this victory, Rajasthan Royals have now moved up to the top of the IPL 2024 standings. Kolkata Knight Riders, on the other hand, will be looking to bounce back in their next match.
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