Not unhappy in any respect: Shreyas Iyer accepts KKR’s elimination from IPL 2022 with grace after slender defeat

Kolkata Knight Riders captain Shreyas Iyer mentioned he was not unhappy regardless of the group’s exit from IPL 2022 after a 2-run defeat to Lucknow Super Giants in a nail-biting end on the DY Patil Stadium on Wednesday.

Chasing 211, KKR got here thrillingly shut however didn’t cross the road regardless of a cultured half-century from Shreyas Iyer, a fast 42 from Nitish Rana, and a 15-ball 40 from Rinku Singh and a cameo from Sunil Narine.

However, Shreyas mentioned there was no disappointment within the camp as a result of he described it as the most effective video games of cricket he has ever performed. The defeat resulted in KKR’s elimination from the playoffs race after ending with 12 factors from 14 matches.

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“I’m not feeling sad at all because that was one of the best games of cricket I’ve ever played to be honest. The performance, the way we showed our character and attitude in this game, it was simply outstanding,” Shreyas advised Star Sports.

“I love the way Rinku got us to the end, but unfortunately couldn’t time it when two balls were remaining. He was really sad. I was hoping that he could finish the game for us. He could have been the hero. Still, he played a fantastic knock and I’m really happy for him,” he mentioned.

The marketing campaign resulted in heartbreak for Kolkata Knight Riders however they’ve solely themselves accountable. Shreyas Iyer smashed a fast half-century in an unsuccessful chase and there have been sensible contributions from Nitish Rana (42), Rinku Singh (40) and Sam Billings (36).

However, proper by the season, KKR made some weird choices which included inexplicable adjustments within the batting order and choice blunders. Shreyas Iyer created a buzz when he revealed the group CEO was concerned in picks earlier than clarifying his feedback.

Kolkata Knight Riders had made it to the ultimate of IPL 2021 after a sensational run within the second half of the season. In 2022, below a brand new captain, KKR didn’t repeat their success of final yr and completed with solely 6 victories in 14 matches.

KKR are actually the third group to be eradicated from the playoffs race after five-time champions Mumbai Indians and defending champions Chennai Super Kings.

The three groups out of the race for the IPL 2022 playoffs have received 11 IPL tournaments between them whereas Gujarat Titans and Lucknow Super Giants, the 2 groups within the playoffs, are enjoying their season.