Lucknow Tremendous Giants confronted a setback when their common captain, KL Rahul, was dominated out of the match as a result of a proper thigh harm sustained throughout a match in opposition to the Royal Challengers Bangalore. In Rahul’s absence, Krunal Pandya took on the duty of captaincy and carried out admirably, main the group to the playoffs.
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Lucknow Tremendous Giants beat Kolkata Knight Riders to enter IPL play-offs
Krunal’s management abilities and talent to encourage his group to combat until the tip have been evident on this shut encounter in opposition to the Kolkata Knight Riders. The victory showcased the resilience and willpower of the Lucknow Tremendous Giants, who overcame challenges to safe their place within the playoffs of the IPL.
“First response is satisfaction. We by no means gave up, we have been put below lot of stress however credit score to the boys,” he mentioned on the post-match presentation.
“At one stage, they have been 61/1 however I’ve seen it earlier than that at this degree 2-Three tight overs and we’re within the sport. And there was some grip for the spinners as effectively.”
Krunal was in awe of KKR left-handed batter Rinku Singh‘s big-hitting skills.
“Rinku has been particular this 12 months, each sport when he is there you may’t take it straightforward,” he mentioned.
A disappointing KKR skipper Nitish Rana hopes to come back again stronger subsequent season after studying classes from a disappointing outing this 12 months.
“The consequence wasn’t in our favour, however there are quite a lot of positives from the season. Hopefully we come again as a greater group,” he mentioned.
“You must win back-to-back, and I really feel unhealthy since we had the flexibility end video games off.”
Nitish too was stuffed with reward about Rinku’s efficiency.
“Seems to be like I’ve spoken Rinku all 14 instances that I’ve held the mic after a match! I actually haven’t got phrases to outline him. If he can bat that means in that scenario, then he can do something,” he mentioned.
(With PTI inputs)
