In 2016, Warner, an Australian colleague of Cummins’, guided SRH to the IPL championship. But KKR has shown to be a formidable opponent in the past.
The stage is set for the massive IPL 2024 championship match between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Kolkata Knight Riders, as the two dominant teams attempt to add yet another championship to their collection. In the past, KKR has won the championship twice, in 2012 and 2014, while Sunrisers, led by David Warner, have just once, in 2016. Despite finishing in the top two places and playing excellent cricket during the league stage, KKR will have an advantage over SRH because they have defeated Pat Cummins’ squad twice already this season. But with more pressure on them to win the ultimate prize, the final will be a new challenge for both teams.
Leading the side with composure, Shreyas Iyer made some bold field placement and bowling adjustments to propel his club to the top of the league standings. The players have gained confidence as a result of Gautam Gambhir’s return to the camp as a mentor, and they have benefited greatly from the tactical choice to elevate Sunil Narine to the opener position.
Shreyas Iyer claimed to be the greatest team this season and wished the best team well in a message to his rival ahead of the big final.
“Hi Pat, I thought it might be interesting to write you a brief message today. Let me start by saying that you have done a fantastic job leading the Orange Army this season. We’ve been hard on you this season. Recall that you played against the same opponent at a different location. However, you will be up against colors that you are probably familiar with—purple and gold—today. Cheers to an exciting conclusion. In his speech to Cummins, Shreyas Iyer wished for our team to triumph and added, “May the best team win.”
Conversely, Cummins will want to follow in the footsteps of his compatriot David Warner, who guided SRH to the IPL championship in 2016. However, KKR has been a formidable opponent for them twice already this season, and Sunday will be their third meeting.
“Hey Shreyas, I appreciate your small message. Very thoughtful of you. Yes, in fact. Although you two have set a great example in terms of swag, I can’t help but go back to our incredible victory on this very field. The guys from KKR should be aware of what to expect. “On Sunday, you may claim that we’ve had a difficult season from you, but rest assured that the Orange Army has saved the best for last,” Cummins said to Shreyas Iyer.
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