IPL 2024: Bairstow leads PBKS in record chase against KKR with 45-ball 100 on return

IPL 2024: KKR vs PBKS: Punjab has scaled down the highest total in T20 history with 8 balls to spare. Eden has witnessed history. PBKS beat KKR by 8 wickets.

IPL 2024: Bairstow leads PBKS in record chase against KKR with 45-ball 100 on return
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| April 26, 2024 at 11:21 PM

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The match began with anticipation as Prabhsimran Singh and Jonny Bairstow stepped onto the pitch for the chase of 262 runs against KKR. Facing Chameera’s deliveries, Bairstow wasted no time making his mark, smashing a boundary off the fourth ball, setting the tone for Punjab Kings.

Bairstow’s Dominance

Harshit Rana took up the ball next, but Bairstow proved a formidable opponent, sending the ball soaring over the long-on boundary for a massive SIX. Meanwhile, Rossouw joined the action, breaking his four-dot streak with a boundary of his own.

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As Harshit Rana continued his spell, Bairstow showcased his prowess with a mistimed shot that still cleared extra covers for a SIX, propelling him to a well-deserved FIFTY. Andre Russell entered the attack, but Bairstow, greeting him with a boundary, remained unfazed.

Bairstow’s Milestone

In a stunning display of skill and determination, Bairstow reached a century in just 45 balls, solidifying his reputation as a powerhouse batsman. Jonny Bairstow becomes the FIRST player to score an IPL century while chasing 250+ total.

Fastest IPL hundreds for PBKS (by balls faced)
38 – David Miller vs RCB, Mohali, 2013
45 – Mayank Agarwal vs RR, Sharjah, 2020
45 – Jonny Bairstow vs KKR, Kolkata, 2024
49 – Wriddhiman Saha vs KKR, Bengaluru, 2014 final

Punjab Kings’ Created History

With KKR setting a formidable target of 261/6 at the Eden Gardens, PBKS have a golden opportunity to surpass the highest IPL chase and etch their name in the annals of T20 cricket history with the most successful chase ever.

Blistering Start by Punjab Kings

PBKS wasted no time launching a fierce assault on the opposition bowlers, courtesy of a breathtaking century by Jonny Bairstow in just 45 balls. Bairstow’s explosive innings set the tone for Punjab Kings’ chase, instilling hope and excitement among fans witnessing the unfolding drama at the Eden Gardens.

T20 Record for Highest Successful Chase

While IPL matches have witnessed thrilling chases over the years, the overall T20 record for the most successful chase currently rests with South Africa. However, with PBKS’s ambitious pursuit of KKR’s imposing total, cricket enthusiasts eagerly anticipate witnessing history being made on the hallowed grounds of Eden Gardens.

High Scores in IPL 2024 Season

The ongoing season of the IPL has witnessed a surge in high-scoring matches, with teams consistently posting 250-plus scores. Sunrisers Hyderabad, in particular, have set new benchmarks by recording the two highest scores ever in IPL and T20 franchise cricket, adding to the excitement and intensity of the tournament.

Highest successful IPL run-chases

TeamTargetScoreOversOppositionDateVenue
Rajasthan Royals224 226/619.3Kings XI PunjabSep 27, 2020Sharjah
Rajasthan Royals224224/820.0Kolkata Knight RidersApril 16, 2024Kolkata
Mumbai Indians219219/620.0Chennai Super KingsMay 1, 2021Delhi
Rajasthan Royals215217/719.5Deccan ChargersApril 24, 2008Hyderabad
Sunrisers Hyderabad215 217/620.0Rajasthan RoyalsMay 7, 2023Jaipur
Mumbai Indians215216/418.5Punjab KingsMay 3, 2023Mohali
Mumbai Indians213214/419.3Rajasthan RoyalsApril 30, 2023Mumbai

Highest successful T20 run-chases

TeamTargetScoreOversOppositionDateVenue
South Africa259 259/418.5West IndiesMar 26, 2023Centurion
Middlesex253254/319.2SurreyJune 22, 2023The Oval
Australia244245/518.5New ZealandFeb 16, 2018Auckland
Bulgaria243246/419.4SerbiaJune 26, 2022Sofia
Multan Sultans243244/619.1Quetta GladiatorsMarch 10, 2023Rawalpindi

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