Jonny Bairstow’s Epic Century Steals the Show in Punjab Kings’ Historic IPL Victory

Rahuladmin — Fri, 26 Apr 2024 19:35:02 +0000

The 2024 edition of the Indian Premier League witnessed a record-breaking performance as Jonny Bairstow played an unbeaten century and powered the Punjab Kings to a stunning victory against the Kolkata Knight Riders on April 26, 2024. Bairstow’s remarkable innings not only earned him the Player of the Match title but also etched his name in the annals of IPL history with the highest successful run chase ever recorded in the T20 format.

The Punjab Kings were chasing a mammoth total of 262 runs set by the Kolkata Knight Riders, who posted a formidable 261/6 in their 20 overs. The home team’s innings was highlighted by a 138-run opening partnership between Phil Salt (75 off 37 balls) and Sunil Narine (71 off 32 balls), setting a daunting task for the Kings.

Jonny Bairstow Century Helps Punjab Register Highest Ever Run Chase In T20 Cricket.

However, the Kings were not to be deterred. Bairstow, who had been dropped from the side for the previous two matches, responded with a magnificent knock of 108 runs off just 48 balls, including eight fours and nine sixes. His aggressive batting set the tone for the rest of the innings, and his partnership with Prabhsimran Singh (54 off 20 balls) and Shashank Singh (68 not out off 28 balls) ensured that the Kings completed the chase with eight balls to spare.

Bairstow’s century was not only a display of power hitting but also a testament to his ability to pace his innings effectively. He reached his half-century off just 23 balls and accelerated to his century off the next 22 balls. His partnership with Rilee Rossouw (26 off 16 balls) for the second wicket added 85 runs off just 39 balls, further pushing the Kings towards their target.

Shashank Singh: A Knight In Shinning Armour

Despite losing Rossouw in the 13th over, Jonny Bairstow and Shashank Singh combined to add an unbeaten 84 runs off 37 balls, with the latter playing a crucial role in the final assault with his quickfire 68 not out off 28 balls. This partnership ensured that the Kings easily completed the chase, securing an eight-wicket victory in the process.

The Punjab Kings’ victory was not only a testament to their batting prowess but also a record-breaking feat in the history of T20 cricket. They surpassed the previous highest successful run chase of 259 runs, set by South Africa Against West Indies in March of 2023.

Punjab Kings’ Historic Chase Against Kolkata Knight Riders

Rahuladmin — Fri, 26 Apr 2024 19:17:34 +0000

In a thrilling encounter at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata, the Punjab Kings pulled off the highest run chase in the history of the Indian Premier League (IPL) against the Kolkata Knight Riders. The match, held on April 26, 2024, saw the Punjab Kings chase down a mammoth total of 262 runs in just 18.4 overs, thanks to a stunning batting performance from Jonny Bairstow and Shashank Singh.

Punjab Kings, eagerly looking for two crucial match points, came in with determination and hopes to remain alive in the tournament. However, KKR looks to continue their on-slough on the opponents. Kolkata Knight Riders are the potential title contenders in this season. However, as usual, Punjab Kings are lurking at the bottom half of the table.

Punjab Kings Chase The Highest Ever Total In The History Of T20 Cricket

The match started with Kolkata Knight Riders batting first and setting a massive target of 262 runs for the loss of six wickets. The opening pair of Sunil Narine and Phil Salt gave KKR a solid start, scoring 138 runs for the first wicket. Both openers reached their fifties, with Salt scoring 54 off 20 balls and Narine making 51 off 23 balls. The middle order, led by captain Shreyas Iyer and Andre Russel, continued the momentum. Iyer scored 28 runs in 10 balls with one 4s and three 6s. Moreover, Russel, striking at 200, added Twenty-Four runs in Twelve balls. Russel’s cameo includes a couple of fours and sixes.

In response, the Punjab Kings got off to a flying start, with Prabhsimran Singh scoring a quickfire 53 off just 18 balls. His aggressive knock included five fours and five sixes, setting the tone for the rest of the innings. Continuing his fine form, Bairstow scored 108 runs off 48 balls, hitting 10 fours and eight sixes. Shashank Singh provided the finishing touches with a rapid 68 off 28 balls, including eight sixes. The duo’s partnership of 148 runs off just 68 balls ensured that Punjab Kings reached the target with eight balls to spare, making it the highest run chase in not just IPL but in the history of T20 cricket.

Defenceless Bowling Attack At Display From Kolkata Knight Riders

The Kolkata Knight Riders’ bowling attack had no answers to the onslaught from the Punjab Kings’ batsmen. Their bowlers were taken for plenty of runs, with no bowler managing to keep the run rate under control. The pitch at Eden Gardens was perfect for batting, and the Punjab Kings took full advantage of it.