Sunrisers Hyderabad faced a disappointing end to their IPL 2024 campaign as they lost to Kolkata Knight Riders in the final on Sunday. Despite an impressive season, where they scored over 250 runs in two matches, SRH couldn’t perform in the final. Their openers, Abhishek Sharma and Travis Head, were dismissed cheaply, leading to a total of just 113 runs. KKR chased this target with ease, thanks to a brilliant half-century from Venkatesh Iyer.
Kavya Maran’s Emotional Speech
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Following the loss, SRH owner Kavya Maran delivered an emotional speech to the players and support staff. She praised the team for making everyone proud and redefining T20 cricket. Despite the off day, she commended their overall performance throughout the season. Her heartfelt words were shared in a clip on Sunrisers Hyderabad’s official X (formerly Twitter) handle.
Reflecting on the Season
Maran highlighted how SRH had come a long way from finishing last in the previous season. She noted the significant increase in fan support, attributing it to the potential and exciting style of cricket the team displayed. She emphasized that even though KKR won, people would continue talking about SRH’s dynamic playstyle. Maran appreciated the team’s efforts, reminding them that reaching the finals was a noteworthy achievement.
Match Highlights
In the final match, Andre Russell was instrumental in dismantling SRH’s batting lineup, taking three crucial wickets. Harshit Rana and Mitchell Starc also contributed with two wickets each. KKR’s efficient bowling restricted SRH to 113 runs, a target they chased down comfortably with an 8-wicket victory. Despite the loss, SRH’s journey to the final and their style of play left a lasting impression on fans and critics alike.
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