With a strike rate of 200 and five fours and three sixes in his innings, the 18-year-old hit 54 runs off only 27 balls.
- KKR youngster Angkrish Raghuvanshi impressed on the big stage of the IPL.
- He scored a blistering 50 in his first innings against Delhi Capitals.
- This was his debut match where he actually got to bat (previously debuted vs RCB but didn’t bat).
- Raghuvanshi’s knock came in just 25 balls, showcasing his aggressive batting style.
- He displayed versatile shot-making all around the ground during his innings.
- Thrown into the fire at number 3 after Phil Salt’s dismissal, 18-year-old Raghuvanshi didn’t flinch.
- He announced his presence with consecutive boundaries, showcasing his fearless approach.
- Partnering with the explosive Sunil Narine, Raghuvanshi unleashed a whirlwind of attacking shots, leaving the DC bowlers in tatters.
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The young gun, a fiery 18-year-old, blazed onto the scene with a blistering knock of 54 runs from just 27 balls! His innings, exploding with power, included 5 boundaries and 3 towering sixes for a staggering strike rate of 200. Partnering with the experienced Narine (who scored 85), the youngster built a crucial 104-run stand, laying the foundation for a massive total for KKR. Chasing the target set by Kolkata Knight Riders, Delhi Capitals will need a special effort.
Highest score on debut innings for KKR in IPL
| Player | Score | Opposition | Venue | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brendon McCullum | 158* | RCB | Bengaluru | 2008 |
| Manish Pandey | 64 | MI | Abu Dhabi | 2014 |
| Owais Shah | 58* | Deccan | Mumbai DYP | 2010 |
| J Kallis | 54 | CSK | Chennai | 2011 |
| Phil Salt | 54 | SRH | Kolkata | 2024 |
| A Raghuvanshi | 54 | DC | Vizag | 2024 |
Youngest to score fifty for KKR in IPL:
| Player | Age | Opposition | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shubman Gill | 18y 237d | CSK | 2018 |
| A Raghuvanshi | 18y 303d | DC | 2024 |
