NEW DELHI: Mitchell Starc propelled the Kolkata Knight Riders into the IPL final with a dominant performance against Sunrisers Hyderabad, securing an eight-wicket victory in Qualifier 1 on Tuesday.
Starc's sensational opening spell claimed three wickets in the powerplay, dismantling SRH's formidable batting lineup. SRH was eventually bowled out for just 159 in 19.3 overs, with Rahul Tripathi contributing a crucial 55, while Heinrich Klaasen (32) and Pat Cummins (30) offered some resistance.