The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) emerged as the IPL 2024 champions by defeating the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) by eight wickets in the final held at the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Sunday.
Here is the complete list of awards for the Indian Premier League 2024 season:
IPL 2024 Awards
- Winner (Rs. 20 crore): Kolkata Knight Riders
- Runner Up (Rs. 12.5 crore): Sunrisers Hyderabad
- Emerging Player of the Season (Rs. 10 Lakh): Nitish Kumar Reddy (SRH)
- Ultimate Fantasy Player of the Season (Rs. 10 Lakh): Sunil Narine (KKR)
- Most Valuable Player (Rs. 10 Lakh): Sunil Narine (KKR)
- Orange Cap (Rs. 10 Lakh): Virat Kohli (RCB)
- Purple Cap (Rs. 10 Lakh): Harshal Patel (PBKS)
- Most Sixes Award (Rs. 10 Lakh): Abhishek Sharma (SRH)
- Most Fours Award (Rs. 10 Lakh): Travis Head (SRH)
- Best Strike Rate Award (Rs. 10 Lakh): Jake Fraser-McGurk (DC)
- Catch of the Season (Rs. 10 Lakh): Ramandeep Singh (KKR)
- Fair Play Award (Rs. 10 Lakh): Sunrisers Hyderabad
- Pitch and Ground Award (Rs. 50 Lakh): Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad
IPL Final – KKR vs SRH Awards
- Player of the Match: Mitchell Starc
- Fantasy Player of the Match: Mitchell Starc
- Most Sixes in the Match: Venkatesh Iyer
- Most Fours in the Match: Rahmanullah Gurbaz
- Most Dot Balls in the Match: Harshit Rana
IPL 2024 Champion: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)
The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) claimed victory in the 17th edition of the Tata IPL by showcasing remarkable performances from the start of the season to the final match. Here’s a detailed look at their journey, the IPL final scoreboard, awards, and more.
2024 Tata IPL Winner: KKR vs SRH
The IPL 2024 final featured an unexpected showdown between KKR and SRH. Both teams, having faced recent struggles, made significant changes that paid off as they vied for the title. KKR, guided by the strategic acumen of Gautam Gambhir and Pat Cummins, and SRH, led by Shreyas Iyer, both showcased their batting prowess throughout the season.
Despite similar batting strategies, their bowling techniques differed, making the final match an intriguing contest. KKR’s victory was sealed by their robust bowling and strategic batting.
KKR’s Road to the Title
Under the expert guidance of head coach Chandrakant Pandit, mentor Gautam Gambhir, and captain Shreyas Iyer, KKR’s journey to the IPL 2024 final was stellar. They dominated the league stage, finishing at the top of the table with 20 points and a significant Net Run Rate (NRR) of +1.428.
In Qualifier 1 at the Narendra Modi Stadium, KKR showcased their prowess by restricting SRH to 159 runs, which they chased down with eight wickets and 38 balls to spare. Key players like Sunil Narine, Andre Russell, Varun Chakravarthy, and the resurgent Mitchell Starc played crucial roles throughout the season, bolstering KKR’s status as favorites for the final.
The IPL 2024 Final: KKR vs SRH
In the final, KKR’s bowlers dominated, reducing SRH to a meager score of 113. Venkatesh Iyer’s unbeaten 52 off 26 balls was instrumental in securing KKR’s third IPL title. Mitchell Starc’s exceptional bowling in the powerplay set the tone, while Andre Russell’s crucial wicket of Aiden Markram further weakened SRH.
IPL 2024 Final Match Awards
- Player of the Match: Mitchell Starc – 2/14 (3 overs), Prize: 5 Lakh
- Green Dot Balls of the Match: Harshit Rana – 13 Dot Balls, Prize: 1 Lakh
- Ultimate Fantasy Player of the Match: Mitchell Starc – 84 Fantasy Points, Prize: 1 Lakh
- Super Sixes of the Match Award: Venkatesh Iyer – 3 Sixes, Prize: 1 Lakh
- On The Go Fours In The Match: Rahmanullah Gurbaz – 5 Fours, Prize: 1 Lakh
- Electric Striker of the Match: Venkatesh Iyer – Strike Rate 200.00, Prize: 1 Lakh
IPL 2024 Final: KKR vs SRH Scorecard
SRH Innings
- Total: 113/10
- Key Performers: Pat Cummins (24 off 19), Aiden Markram (20 off 23)
- Bowling Highlights: Andre Russell (3/19), Mitchell Starc (2/14), Shahbaz Ahmed (1/22), Pat Cummins (1/18)
KKR Innings
- Total: 114/2
- Key Performers: Venkatesh Iyer (52 off 26), Rahmanullah Gurbaz (39 off 32)
- Run Rate: 11.06
Conclusion
The Kolkata Knight Riders’ victory in IPL 2024 is a testament to their resilience, strategic brilliance, and consistent performances throughout the season. Under the leadership of Shreyas Iyer and the guidance of head coach Chandrakant Pandit and mentor Gautam Gambhir, KKR not only topped the league table but also delivered a commanding performance in the final. Their comprehensive victory over the Sunrisers Hyderabad, marked by stellar individual performances and cohesive team effort, underscores their dominance in the tournament. As they lift their third IPL trophy, KKR has once again proven their mettle, setting a high standard for excellence and teamwork in the league. The 2024 season will be remembered for KKR’s inspiring journey and their ability to rise to the occasion when it mattered the most.