Xtra Time Web Desk: In a nail-biting match characterized by constant momentum shifts, Kolkata Knight Riders clinched a thrilling victory by a mere one run, sealing the fate of Royal Challengers Bengaluru with a dramatic runout on the final ball at the iconic Eden Gardens stadium in Kolkata on 21st April, Sunday.
Hilarious memes mocking Mitchell Starc flooded social media platforms following yet another disappointing performance in IPL 2024, despite Kolkata Knight Riders’ victory over Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Despite being secured for a staggering Rs 24.75 crore by KKR at last year’s IPL auction, Starc has failed to justify his hefty price tag, struggling with form in the seven matches he has played for the franchise.
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Here are some of the memes:
In a nail-biting encounter against RCB, Starc’s shortcomings were glaringly evident as he was hammered for three consecutive sixes in the final over by Karn Sharma. However, amidst the chaos, Starc managed to redeem himself by holding onto a crucial catch, while Phil Salt’s timely run-out secured the win for the two-time champions. Expected to lead KKR’s bowling attack, Starc ended up conceding a hefty 55 runs in just three overs, raising concerns about his effectiveness in the lineup. Fans took to social media to share amusing memes highlighting Starc’s struggles, underscoring the disparity between his price tag and performance.
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Despite the drama surrounding Starc’s performance, KKR emerged victorious by a slender margin of one run, with standout performances from Andre Russell, Sunil Narine, and Shreyas Iyer propelling the Knight Riders to a thrilling win on home turf in Kolkata.