In a riveting encounter at Vizag in 2024, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) set the stage on fire with an electrifying performance against Delhi Capitals (DC), marking a memorable event in the history of the Indian Premier League (IPL).
With a jaw-dropping total of 18 sixes, KKR not only showcased their batting prowess but also etched their name in the IPL records for hitting the most sixes in a team innings, surpassing their own previous records of 17 sixes against Chennai Super Kings in 2018 and Punjab Kings in 2019.
The clash, which saw KKR amassing a colossal 272 runs, had fans on the edge of their seats, contemplating the possibility of breaking the record for the IPL’s highest team score within a mere span of four days.
The highlight of the innings was an unparalleled display of power-hitting, blending seasoned aggression with youthful exuberance.Sunil Narine, known for his explosive starts, outdid himself by scoring his highest T20 total ever, setting a thunderous pace for the innings.
Following in his footsteps, Andre Russell, KKR’s renowned finisher, unleashed havoc in the latter part of the innings, living up to his reputation as a game-changer. Amidst this storm stood 18-year-old Angkrish Raghuvanshi, a young talent who seized the opportunity to showcase a batting masterclass that hinted at the arrival of a new cricketing superstar.
The Delhi Capitals’ bowling lineup faced relentless assault and struggled with their execution throughout the match. The absence of Decision Review System (DRS) interventions further compounded their woes, leading to missed opportunities to stem the flow of runs. This match will certainly be a learning curve for DC, emphasizing the importance of adapting and tightening their bowling strategy.
Most sixes in team innings for KKR in IPL
18 vs DC, Vizag, 2024*
17 vs CSK, Chennai, 2018
17 vs PBKS, Eden Garden, 2019
– 18 is also the most sixes hit against DC in an IPL innings.
