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Ashwani stars on IPL debut as MI beat KKR


Published on 2025-03-31 15:25:24 - BBC
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  • Seamer Ashwani Kumar took 4-24 on his Indian Premier League debut to help Mumbai Indians beat Kolkata Knight Riders by eight wickets. The left-armer was the star of the show as the 2024 champions KKR were dismissed for 116 in 16.

Ashwani Kumar made a notable impact on his IPL debut for Mumbai Indians (MI) against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the Wankhede Stadium. MI won the match by 5 wickets, chasing down KKR's total of 185/6 with 14 balls to spare. Ashwani, who was a surprise inclusion in the team, contributed significantly with both bat and ball. He scored a quickfire 23 runs off 14 balls, providing a crucial boost to MI's innings. Additionally, he bowled an economical spell, taking 1 wicket for 22 runs in his 3 overs, which included the dismissal of KKR's key batsman, Nitish Rana. His performance was highlighted by his ability to handle pressure and adapt to the high-stakes environment of the IPL, earning him praise from fans and cricket analysts alike.

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