In a memorable match 12 years ago, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) clinched a thrilling victory against Mumbai Indians (MI) at the iconic Wankhede Stadium. It was May 16, 2012, when KKR’s Manoj Tiwary showcased his batting prowess with a gritty 43-ball 41, guiding his team to a modest total of 141 runs.

However, the real hero of the match was the then 23-year-old Sunil Narine, whose mystery spin mesmerized MI batsmen, earning him the Player of the Match title. Despite MI’s strong bowling performance in the powerplay, KKR’s determination and Narine’s brilliance turned the tide in their favor.

Kolkata Knight Riders’ historic victory with amazing performance

The Kolkata Knight Riders’ lineup in their IPL 2012 victory against MI differed significantly from this season’s squad, with only Sunil Narine being the sole common player between the two teams. Narine’s impactful performance earned him the Man of the Match award back in 2012, highlighting his enduring contribution to the team’s success over the years. On the other hand, Mumbai Indians retained only Rohit Sharma from their lineup in that memorable encounter, who continues to be a key figure for the team to this day.

Recalling the 55th match of IPL 2012

In the 55th match of IPL 2012, Mumbai Indians’ captain Harbhajan Singh won the toss and elected to field first, a decision that proved effective for his team’s strategy. Mumbai Indians’ bowlers capitalized on the favorable conditions, restricting the Kolkata Knight Riders to a modest total of 140/7 in their allotted 20 overs.

Remarkably, this victory marked a significant turnaround for KKR, who had previously won just one out of their 10 games at the Wankhede Stadium. Adding to the drama of the match, Bollywood superstar and KKR co-owner Shah Rukh Khan found himself embroiled in a controversy as he was reportedly banned from the stadium for five years following a scuffle with security guards.

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Despite the off-field drama, KKR’s on-field triumph will be etched in IPL history, showcasing their resilience and the impact of Narine’s exceptional talent.