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Former legendary batsman Brian Lara criticized KKR batters for failing to chase a low target of 153 runs against Mumbai Indians. Brian Lara reckoned that the KKR batsmen should have played some sensible cricket. On the other hand, the veteran praised Mumbai bowlers for showing great determination towards the end of the final innings. The defending champions managed to defend 15 runs in the last over, which was bowled by Trent Boult.
Brain Lara praised Mumbai and captain Rohit Sharma for playing smart cricket. The team adhered to their plans towards the end of the second innings. Lara further added that even if Mumbai Indians had lost the match in the end, it would have been a laudable effort because they managed to take the game till the end. Lara also appreciated Rohit Sharma's bowling, where he nearly managed to dismiss Bangladesh all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan. Mumbai Indians defeated Kolkata Knight Riders by ten runs.
KKR failed to clinch their second successive win of the IPL 2021 season
Kolkata was sailing at 103 for 3 in the 13th over. The team just needed a few runs from there to clinch their second successive win of the IPL 2021 season. With a well-set pair of Nitish Rana and captain Eoin Morgan in the middle, KKR looked to win the match without any major hiccups. However, MI leg-spinner Rahul Chahar ran through the KKR batting order. The youngster successfully removed both Nitish Rana and Eoin Morgan.
Earlier, he had also scalped the wicket of Shubman Gill and Rahul Tripathi, who came in at No. 4. It was astonishing to see Eoin Morgan trying to attack the in-form spinner who was getting a lot of purchases from the Chepauk wicket. On the other end, Rana threw away his wicket while trying to step down and attack the spinner off the final delivery of his spell. After their departure, two of their most reliable finishers Russell and Karthik, joined hands to win the game for the team.
KKR skipper Eoin Morgan was distressed with KKR's collapse and acknowledged that his team made a few mistakes. The Kolkata-based side will next be playing against Royal Challengers Bangalore on April 18. Having completed a hard-fought win, Mumbai Indians will be optimistic when they play against Sunrisers Hyderabad in Chennai on April 17.