TATA IPL 2024 Match 63: GT vs KKR - Gujarat Titans officially knocked out after rain washes away their chances

In a poignant culmination to their last home game of IPL 2024, the Gujarat Titans found themselves knocked out of the playoffs race due to unyielding rains in Ahmedabad.

The match, eagerly anticipated by the 45,000 strong crowd, was marked by the Titans' palpable desperation to salvage their playoff hopes. Despite their fervent efforts, the elements had the final say, leaving the Titans' fate sealed.

For a team that had dominated the league stages in the preceding two seasons, clinching the IPL title in 2022 and finishing as runner-up in 2023, this early exit marked a stark departure from their recent successes.

The symbolic exchange of ribbons between rival captains Shreyas Iyer of Kolkata Knight Riders and Gujarat Titans’ Shubman Gill, in support of breast cancer awareness, added a poignant touch to the evening. Yet, amidst the camaraderie and sportsmanship, the reality sunk in – with the match officially called off and each team awarded a point, the Titans' playoff aspirations came crashing down.

Meanwhile, Kolkata Knight Riders, their opponents in this washed-out encounter, solidified their position at the top, securing a coveted top-two spot. 

Match Details

Toss: No toss

Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad

Match officials: Navdeep Singh, Nikhil Patwardhan (On-Field Umpires); Jayaraman Madanagopal (TV Umpire); Kannur Swaroopanand (Reserve Umpire); Pankaj Dharmani (Match-Referee)

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