Kolkata Knight Riders have confirmed their place within the high two after their conflict in opposition to Gujarat Titans on the Narendra Modi Stadium was washed out on Monday, May 13 as a result of rain and dangerous climate. The deserted game ensures KKR that they are going to be among the many two groups enjoying Qualifier 1 in Ahmedabad and have an additional likelihood at hand of their bid for his or her third title.
This outcome signifies that the 2022 champions and 2023 runners-up Gujarat Titans’ marketing campaign involves an finish in 2024. GT have been knocked out early now. They now have 11 factors in 13 matches and even a win of their closing encounter will not have the ability to take them to 14 to offer them any likelihood of a top-four end.Â
KKR now have 19 factors in 13 matches and have gone out of the attain of Sunrisers Hyderabad, who can end at a most of 18 factors.
Even the toss didn’t happen as rain and dangerous climate stored motion at bay in Ahmedabad. The toss was delayed as a result of lightning after which rain made its presence felt. The floor was lined with everybody hoping for some motion. The overs started to lose from 8:35 PM and the cut-off time for a five-over-per-side game was 10:56 PM. The groundstaff tried its all and even eliminated the covers when the deadline was quick approaching despite the fact that the drizzle was nonetheless on. However, the game was not meant to occur.
Gujarat have been set to play this conflict of their lavender jersey to lift consciousness about most cancers. This was additionally their final game at house in Ahmedabad. The staff did a lap of honour in entrance of the gang as Shubman Gill led his teammates to thank the followers for his or her love and affection all through the season.
