Fans react as GT face elimination from IPL 2024 Playoffs after rain-foil match against KKR
Gujarat Titans (GT)former finalists and champions of Indian Premier League (IPL) in 2022, they saw their playoff dreams dashed in heartbreaking fashion. Faced with Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in Match 63, their hopes were dashed as incessant rain led to the match being abandoned at the Narendra Modi Stadium. The unfortunate incident marked GT’s first elimination from the playoffs since the inception of the IPL in 2022.
Despite GT’s earlier ambitions of winning to secure a play-off spot, the game that was left sealed their fate of elimination. As he did not score in the match against KKR, the Titans found themselves out of the contention for the play-offs, a bitter pill for the franchise and its supporters to swallow.
Playoff hopes dashed: Gujarat Titans’ last-ditch efforts went in vain
Before the abandoned game, GT were on a dangerous path, needing to win their remaining games to keep their playoff hopes alive. Their recent victory over the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and it revived their hope for good for a while. However, KKR’s rain-ravaged encounter was the final blow to their aspirations.
The relegation left GT unable to accumulate the required points, effectively extinguishing any playoff hopes. Although they have now managed to win their last league match against SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH)it can only be a consolation, as their IPL 2024 journey has come to an abrupt end.
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Road ahead: KKR’s quest for IPL glory
In stark contrast to GT’s despair, KKR celebrated a triumphant journey to the playoffs in IPL 2024. Under the leadership of Shreyas IyerKKR secured their place in the playoffs with a stunning victory in the Mumbai Indians (MI) in their previous game. With 19 points from 13 matches now, KKR have topped the competition, showing their dominance and determination.
With Qualifier 1 around the corner, KKR will aim to maintain their winning streak and assert their dominance in the tournament. Their journey was defined by gentleness, perseverance, and the relentless pursuit of good. As they gear up for the challenges ahead, KKR remain focused on their pursuit of IPL glory, ready to write another chapter of success in their illustrious history.
Here’s how Twitter responded:
Gujarat Titans are now out of the playoff race😕#GtvsKKR #GtvKKR #IPL2024
– Sai (@sai_whispers) May 13, 2024
Hardik Pandya and Gujarat and Mumbai dono ka kabaada kar diya. Gujarat has been removed.
– The Contest Guy (@BoliMocr) May 13, 2024
Shubman Gill and other Gujarat Titans players take pictures with the ground staff in Ahmedabad. What a great gesture ❤️❤️❤️#IPL2024 #tapmad #HojaoADFree pic.twitter.com/4VE3BuZLwK
– Farid Khan (@_FaridKhan) May 13, 2024
it’s not fair that GT was deprived of the chance to be in the tournament because of the rain…through no fault of their own. It’s better that both teams are given 2points..not one point…
— GN Rao (@GummadamRao) May 13, 2024
With this Washout, GT will be the 3rd team to be eliminated. So now 5 Teams will be fighting for 2 positions.
— 🎰 (@StanMSD) May 13, 2024
Rain Officially Eliminates Gujarat Titans from IPL2024 and KKR to Play Qualifier 1 🔥
— VK45 🇮🇳 (@sportslovervk45) May 13, 2024
After Mumbai Indians and Punjab Kings, Gujarat Titans become the third team to be eliminated from IPL 2024.
— Ayan Mukherjee (@Ayan_Mukherjee_) May 13, 2024
Our last home game was unfortunately postponed due to rain 💔#AavaDe | #GTKarshe | #TATAIPL2024 | #GtvKKR pic.twitter.com/ypG63XzJDD
– Gujarat Titans (@gujarat_titans) May 13, 2024
Shubman Gill leads the Gujarat Titans thanks the fans for their massive support 🌟 pic.twitter.com/C1o9miVTxj
— John. (@CricCrazyJohns) May 13, 2024
Scores were awarded after the rain played spoilsport. pic.twitter.com/inI8Mi0Md0
— KolkataKnightRiders (@KKRiders) May 13, 2024
Gujarat Titans players go around the Ground to thank the crowd❤. pic.twitter.com/OqctCeeIQO
– Jay Cricket. (@Jay_Cricket18) May 13, 2024
