The skippers, aboard an auto-rickshaw, traveled from the Anna Pavilion at the MA Chidambaram Stadium to the Marina Beach for an official photoshoot with the coveted IPL trophy.
Captains’ Chennai Beach Visit
A video shared by the official IPL Instagram handle shows Shreyas Iyer and Pat Cummins enjoying a light-hearted trip in an auto-rickshaw. While Iyer seemed comfortable, Cummins expressed his discomfort with Chennai’s humidity. The clip concludes with both captains posing with the trophy at the beach. The post, shared on May 26, has since amassed over 1.2 million views, alongside numerous likes and comments.
Captured in a video shared on the IPL’s official social media accounts, Iyer and Cummins enjoyed the ride, with Iyer even taking the driver’s seat to playfully operate the meter. The video also captured the two captains engaging in friendly banter as they made their way to the beach.
Fans React Enthusiastically
Fans were quick to react to the video, sharing their thoughts in the comments. One fan wrote, “Mark my words SRH will win the match.” Another commented, “This is amazing to see before what promises to be an exciting final.” A third fan noted, “It seemed like me and my friend talking after a cricket match,” while a fourth observed, “I just saw more confidence in Shreyas than Cummins.” Another added, “SRH is not an easy team to beat, mind it.”
Head-to-Head Record
The teams have faced each other 27 times, with KKR winning 18 of these encounters. KKR, two-time IPL champions, also defeated SRH in their last two meetings, including the recent Qualifier 1 match. Although this is their first final face-off, the teams have met four times in the playoffs, each winning twice.
Excitement Builds for Final Showdown
The IPL 2024 final between KKR and SRH is scheduled for today in Chennai, promising an intense battle for the championship title. KKR, with two IPL titles under their belt (2012 and 2014), enter the final as seasoned contenders, guided by mentor Gautam Gambhir. On the other hand, SRH, led by Cummins, seeks to add a second IPL title to their 2016 triumph under David Warner’s captaincy.
Cummins’ Impressive Leadership
Cummins, in addition to his IPL campaign, boasts an impressive leadership record, having led Australia to victory in the World Test Championship and the ODI World Cup in 2023. His captaincy adds a compelling narrative to the IPL final, highlighting the clash of leadership styles and strategies between the two teams.
As the final match approaches, fans eagerly await to see if KKR will continue their winning streak or if SRH will rise to the challenge. The captains’ light-hearted pre-match interaction has added to the anticipation, making this final a must-watch event.