IPL5: Bowlers take Kolkata Knight Riders past Mumbai Indians – Cricket News Update
In the battle between IPL giants, it was Kolkata Knight Riders who emerged victorious as they downed the hosts’, http://www.senore.com/Cricket/Mumbai-c820 Indians, by 32 runs in the 65th match of tournament, played on Wednesday, May 16, 2012.
Bowlers dominated at Wankhede Stadium, as the match turned out to be a low scoring fixture. However, it was KKR’s bowling brigade that reigned supreme over their counterparts, as they bundled out Mumbai Indians, who were chasing
a target of 141 runs to book a place in the play-offs, for 108.
The left-arm spinner from http://www.senore.com/Cricket/SR-Tendulkar-c2556
and http://www.senore.com/Cricket/RG-Sharma-c2309.
http://www.senore.com/Cricket/JH-Kallis-c1692, South Africa’s star all-rounder, and L Balaji chipped in with two wickets a piece.
http://www.senore.com/Cricket/G-Gambhir-c1447, skipper Kolkata Knight Riders, was full of praise for his bowlers, who secured two crucial points for the side. The left-hander was delighted to be back on the winning ways, after his side suffered two defeats in
a row.
Sharing his views at the post-match presentation, Gambhir said, “This was an important game for us. We lost 2 before this and losing this would have put us under a lot of pressure.”
“I don't think 140 was enough. A captain is only as good as the team. If you don't have the bowlers on the field, you are no good. Individuals contribute, team wins.”
The Man of the Match award was handed to Narine, who was arguably the best bowler of the game. The left-arm spinner, who’s wickets tally stands at 21, joined the likes of http://www.senore.com/Cricket/M-Morkel-c73528, as the highest wicket taker
of the tournament.
The West Indian was happy with how things are unfolding for him in the event. At the match presentation, Narine said, “It feels great to go out there and do well for your side. I am pretty much having a dream now. My hard work
has paid off. I wasn't too worried about the wicket, but did not expect this assistance. I think the guys will try to keep the winning spirit. The more we win, the better it is for us.”
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