In a thrilling IPL encounter, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) narrowly edged past Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) by a single run, despite a valiant effort from Will Jacks and Rajat Patidar. The match, held on Sunday, witnessed intense drama in the final over, as Karn Sharma’s unexpected assault on Mitchell Starc gave RCB a glimmer of hope.

After KKR set a daunting target of 223 runs, RCB found themselves needing 21 runs off the last over, bowled by left-arm pacer Starc. While the result seemed inevitable, Karn Sharma, known more for his leg-spin than his batting prowess, launched a remarkable counterattack. He smashed three sixes off Starc, bringing the equation down to just three runs off two balls.

Mitchell Starc takes a crucial wicket at the last

However, Starc managed to redeem himself, taking a crucial return catch to dismiss Karn for a quickfire 20 off just 7 balls. With Lockie Ferguson being run out of the last ball, RCB fell agonizingly short, finishing at 222 all out in 20 overs.

Despite Karn’s heroic effort, fans criticized Starc for his performance, suggesting that he should have saved himself from the embarrassment of being hammered for crucial runs in the final over.

Fans share embarrassment on social media

That's Mitchell Starc for You 😍🔥

Completed yet another fifty and then casually saves the Match by 1 Run too. pic.twitter.com/npBzCvLXWD

— Dinda Academy (@academy_dinda) April 21, 2024

It was a Shameful journey until it lasts. Thank you Mitchell Starc pic.twitter.com/3kyyLU1DSn

— S H A H I D. (@Irfy_Pathaan56) April 21, 2024

Starc has saved himself from the biggest embarrassment of his life. However, he needs to be given a break now, he has lost the plot on multiple occasions!#KKR | #IPL2024

— KKR Karavan (@KkrKaravan) April 21, 2024

The biggest insult in bumrah's career is getting compared to Mitchell Starc

— arfan (@Im__Arfan) April 21, 2024

Gautam Gambhir to Mitchell Starc pic.twitter.com/WIYhwCjS72

— Sagar (@sagarcasm) April 21, 2024

Gautam Gambhir with Mitchell Starc in the dressing room pic.twitter.com/N0N0sUR9yM

— Pakchikpak Raja Babu (@HaramiParindey) April 21, 2024

Mitchell Starc is the biggest fraud of the IPL.

Guy doesn't give his name in auction intentionally because he knows he will be exposed and that's exactly what happened. #KKRvsRCB pic.twitter.com/wnBr8AXSPI

— ANSHUMAN🚩 (@AvengerReturns) April 21, 2024

Well Tried Man.. Feeling Sad For Him 💔😥

He Smashed 3 Sixes in Last Over Against 25 Crore Mitchell Starc..#RCBvsKKR pic.twitter.com/2T2xfidigm

— black cat (@Cat__offi) April 21, 2024

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The match showcased the unpredictable nature of T20 cricket, with twists and turns keeping spectators on the edge of their seats until the very last ball. Ultimately, KKR’s nerve-wracking victory added another chapter to the excitement of IPL 2024, while RCB was left to rue their missed opportunity in a closely contested encounter.