Starc's brilliance against MI bring historic win for KKR; Fans say 'sorry'
IPL 2024: Mitchell Starc had a memorable day with the ball as he recorded a clinical four-wicket against MI.
Published May 4, 2024, 12:10 am IST
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In a captivating showdown between Mumbai Indians (MI) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium, Mitchell Starc made a triumphant return to form, showcasing an exceptional display of bowling prowess.
Starc’s Memorable Day
Veteran Australian pacer Mitchell Starc stole the spotlight with a clinical four-wicket haul during KKR’s crucial group-stage match against MI. His memorable performance played a pivotal role in KKR’s victory.
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4-fers for KKR vs MI
5/15 – Andre Russell, Chennai, 2021
4/15 – Sunil Narine, Mumbai WS, 2012
4/20 – Sunil Narine, Abu Dhabi, 2014
4/33 – Mitchell Starc, Mumbai WS, 2024
Key Moments of Starc’s Brilliance
Starc’s standout moment came when he delivered a devastating blow to MI by clean-bowling Ishan Kishan for just 13 runs. Despite a challenging start to the over, Starc made a remarkable comeback, dismissing Tim David with a well-executed delivery.
Starc claimed crucial wickets, including that of David and Piyush Chawla, in the last over of the match. His precision and skill were evident as he rattled MI’s batting lineup, ultimately leading to their defeat.
Starc’s relentless onslaught on MI continued as he claimed two more wickets, contributing significantly to KKR’s victory. His exceptional performance restricted MI to a modest total of 145 runs, securing a win for KKR by 24 runs.
Fan Reactions
Following Mitchell Starc’s outstanding performance, social media erupted with praise and admiration for the Australian pacer. Fans flooded platforms with accolades, lauding Starc’s clinical bowling display and celebrating his pivotal role in Kolkata Knight Riders’ victory.
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