- Shamser Khalid
Sweet Meeting Captured Between Nitish Rana and Mother
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) continued their quest for a spot in the Indian Premier League (IPL) playoffs with a thrilling five-wicket win over Punjab Kings on Monday. Rinku Singh was the hero of the night, hitting a boundary off the last ball of the match to give KKR the win.
The match was a complete display of KKR's batting and bowling prowess. Skipper Nitish Rana led from the front, scoring a half-century, and Andre Russell added muscle to the chase of 180, while Rinku Singh played the role of a "finisher" to perfection. Singh's 10-ball-21 not out, which included the last-ball boundary, was the highlight of the night.
Earlier in the evening, KKR's bowling department, led by Varun Chakravarthy, put up a tidy show to restrict Punjab Kings to 179 for seven. Chakravarthy grabbed three wickets for 26 runs and was ably supported by the rest of the KKR bowlers.
Nitish Rana's Sweet Moment and Other News
After the win, KKR shared a heartwarming video on social media that showed Nitish Rana hugging his mother. The caption of the picture read, "Best way to end the night - Maa ka pyaar!"
Other than this, Rana recently revealed how he worked hard to overcome his weakness against short-pitched deliveries.
Rana has been a key player for the team this season, with 326 runs to his name and an impressive strike rate of 146.85.
In a recent interview, former India cricketers Mohammed Kaif and Harbhajan Singh asked Rana about his technique against short-pitched deliveries. Rana admitted that he had received many messages and phone calls from former cricketers who were concerned about his technique.
However, Rana said that he had worked hard on his fitness and technique this year, which is reflected in his batting. He also revealed that he was hurt by the criticism but was now in better shape and batting well.
Rana's Status
Rana's revelation has come at a crucial time for the Knight Riders, who have struggled with consistency this season. The team will look to carry the momentum from their recent win into their next match against the Royal Challengers Bangalore.
Rana is currently the second-highest run-getter for the Knight Riders, behind Rinku Singh, who has 337 runs in 11 innings. As the team heads into the crucial final phase of the IPL 2023, Rana's revelation is sure to boost the morale of the team and its fans.
Team Status
Despite the setback, KKR can take heart from their win over Punjab Kings. The victory keeps them in the hunt for a spot in the playoffs, and they will be hoping to build on their momentum in the coming matches.
In conclusion, KKR's win over Punjab Kings was a complete team effort, with the batsmen and bowlers stepping up when needed. While the fine imposed on their captain is a setback, the team can take heart from their performance and will be looking to build on it in the coming matches. For Rinku Singh, the last-ball boundary was another reminder of his prowess as a finisher, and he will be hoping to continue his good form for the remainder of the season.
