Xtra Time Web Desk: In a captivating display of sportsmanship and dedication, Bollywood icon Shah Rukh Khan left spectators awestruck at the historic Eden Gardens on Sunday. Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), the franchise owned by Khan, clinched a resounding victory against Lucknow by 8 wickets, igniting jubilation among fans.
The euphoria of Kolkata’s triumph was further amplified as a viral video circulated across social media platforms, capturing the moment when Shah Rukh Khan, affectionately known as the ‘King of Bollywood’, stooped down to retrieve discarded KKR flags scattered across the ground. This heartwarming gesture resonated deeply with fans, underscoring Khan’s unwavering commitment and connection to the team.
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One fervent supporter expressed, “Throughout the match, Shah Rukh Khan was picking up the KKR flags which fell on the ground. @KKRiders is so close to his heart. And such small gestures are the reason why SRK is king of hearts.”
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Kolkata’s stellar performance in the ongoing tournament saw them kick-start their campaign with three consecutive victories, propelling them to the summit of the league table. Despite a setback against Chennai, where they succumbed to a defeat by 7 wickets at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Kolkata showcased resilience upon returning to their home turf, overpowering KL Rahul’s Lucknow Super Giants.
Phil Salt emerged as the beacon of KKR’s triumph, clinching the coveted Player of the Match accolade for his spectacular unbeaten innings of 89 runs off 47 balls, embellished with 14 boundaries and 3 maximums.
Bolstered by Salt’s heroics, Kolkata effortlessly chased down the target of 162 runs with 26 balls to spare. Although the early dismissals of Sunil Narine and Angkrish Raghuvanshi posed a minor hiccup, Salt, alongside Shreyas Iyer, orchestrated a sensational unbeaten partnership of 120 runs off 12.3 overs, steering KKR to a commanding victory.
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Mitchell Starc emerged as the linchpin of Kolkata’s bowling arsenal, delivering a stellar performance with figures of 3 wickets for 28 runs in his allotted four overs, further solidifying Kolkata’s triumphant display at Eden Gardens.