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In the first Qualifier of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) won by 8 wickets over Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), securing their berth in the highly anticipated finals of the lucrative league. Conve🐼rsely, SRH will now face the challenge of competing against the victor of the Eliminator to 𝐆vie for a spot in the finals.
Opting to bat first, SRH encountered an early setback as their formidable in-form openers (Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma) fell within the first two overs. However, Rahul Tripathi showcased resilience, maintaining a commendable run rate in the initial overs. Despite losing four wickets during the powerplay, Tripathi managed to stabilize the team innings against the spirited Kolkata bowlers. He notched a crucial half-century before an unfortunate run-out abruptly halted his knock. Following his di𒅌smissal, Tripathi was visibly emotional as he failed to take his team to a respectable total.
Rahul Tripathi’s unfortunate outing
In the 14th over, KKR star all-rounder Sunil Narine delivered a short ball outside the off-stump, prompting Abdul Samad to cut it behind square on the off-side. Samad initiated a run, unaware that Andre Russell, stationed at backward point, had made a diving stop. Russell quickly retrieved the bowl and threw it to wicketkeeper Rahmanullah Gurbaz, who swiftly removed the bails with Tripathi stranded mid-pitch. The batter, who had amassed 55 runs off 35 ba൲lls at that point, appeared crestfallen with the manner of his dismissal.
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Yes…No…and eventually run-out at the strikers end!
Momentum back with 😎 123/7 after 14 overs
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— IndianPremierLeague (@IPL)
Tripathi hides his face in disappointment
The unfortunate dismissal left him feeling disheartened, as it represented a crucial juncture in the game that could have potentially changed the course of action for his team. Tripathi’s unexpected exit from the crease dealt a significant blow to SRH’s aspirations of achieving a total close to 200, leaving him filled with despair and sorrow. The 33-year-old, clearly devastated by the turn of events, was observed sitting on the stairs in a state of disbelief, hiding his face in disappointment following his regrettable run-out.
Also READ: IPL 2024 – Fans mercilessly roast Abdul Samad after Rahul Tripathi’s unfortunate run-out during KKR vs SRH Qualifier 1 clash
Here is how the fans reacted
Fans rallied around Tripathi, expressing their soli✤darity with him after he encountered an upsetting moment in the gam🔥e. Soon, social media platforms were filled with posts in support of the Ranchi-born cricketer.
Appreciation Post for Rahul Tripathi sir. Well played sir. I am happy because of my team's victory. But I felt really bad for you when I saw you like this way. A true kkr fan will never forget what you did for us in 2021 ipl eliminator match against dc.💜💛🔥
— Hitartha Bairagi (@BairagiHitartha)
Well Played Rahul Tripathi. Bad luck💔
— Siva Harsha (@SivaHarsha_23)
Well Played Champ Rahul Tripathi.
Not only survived the fiery spell of Starc but also took us bacಌk into the g𝓀ame from nowhere.— Rampy (@RiserTweex)
Rahul Tripathi in tears at 13.2 overs ( ) batting while rest of the team in tears at 1🃏3.4 overs after ( ) winning.
— BꦕolliLAK SkillKhaidiNo 7691 (@JumJumTa🦩raRe)
Rahul Tripathi was heartbroken Courtesy of his run-out dismissal vs KKR 💔
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.— Cricket Gyan (@cricketgyann)
Rahul Tripathi, please don't cry. Cricket can be so cruel at times 💔
— ABUKSPORTS (@ABUKSPORT)
Well played Champ
Rahul Tripathi
— Surya_Suryansh (@SuryaSuryanshS)
Rah൩ul🍨 Tripathi has hardly played in this IPL but now made an impact when SRH needed the most 💔
— Kerala Trends (@KeralaTrends2)
MOST HEARTBREAKING PICTURE OF THE DAY. 💔
– Rahul Tripathi sitting in tears on the stairs. He's absolutely devastated. You gave your best, Tripathi! ❤️
— KL18 (@karanlal_18)
Rahul Tripathi still has chance to win the IPL , it's not last match he can perform in next match to make SRH winner 🏆.
— ak_waiyed (@ak_waiyed)
