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The Indian Premier League (IPL) has been a spectacular showcase of thrilling cricket matches since its inception in 2008. Over the years, numerous matches have etched their names in the history of the tournament as truly iconic encounters. These games have left fans on the edge of their seats and are remembered for their high stakes, breathtaking performances, and unforgettable moments. Here in this article, we will talk about those five iconic IPL matches that have left an indelible mark in the history of the tournament, captivating fans and leaving them with memories that will last a lifetime.
Mumbai Indians vs Chennai Super Kings, these two iconic teams had faced each other in the finals of 2019 IPL edition. This encounter between these two was a nail-biting affair that went down to the last ball. Mumbai Indians set a modest target of 150 runs, which Chennai Super Kings chased down with just two runs needed off the final ball. However, Lasith Malinga delivered a perfect yorker to dismiss Shardul Thakur and secure a one-run victory for Mumbai Indians. It was a thrilling finish to a closely fought final, making it one of the most iconic matches in IPL history.
In a high-scoring encounter Kolkata Knight Riders and Rajasthan Royals clashed in the Indian Premier League 2018 Eliminator. Kolkata Knight Riders posted a mammoth total of 169 runs, thanks to a scintillating knock of 49 runs off just 25 balls by Andre Russell. In reply, Rajasthan Royals were cruising towards victory with 43 runs needed off the last three overs and only three wickets in hand.
However, a dramatic collapse saw them losing three wickets in three balls in the 18th over, turning the match in Kolkata Knight Riders favor. They eventually won by 25 runs making it one of the most memorable comebacks in IPL history.
The IPL 2014 final was a high-scoring thriller that saw Kings XI Punjab and Kolkata Knight Riders together in this T20 cricket field competing for the title. Kings XI Punjab posted a massive total of 199 runs, powered by a blistering century by Wriddhiman Saha. In response, Kolkata Knight Riders gor off to a shaky start but recovered brilliantly with a scintillating knock of 94 runs off 50 balls by Manish Pandey. Needing 15 runs off the last over. Piyush Chawla hit a boundary off the last ball to seal a thrilling victory for Kolkata Knight Riders, making it one of the most memorable IPL finals in history.
In a battle between two of the most successful teams in IPL history, Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings clashed in the Indian Premier League 2013 final. Mumbai Indians set a modest target of 149 runs, which Chennai Super Kings chased down with ease until the last over, needing just 9 runs off 6 balls.
However, Dwayne Bravo was dismissed off the first ball of the last over, followed by two more wickets in quick succession. With 5 runs needed off the last ball, Ravichandran Ashwin was run out while attempting a second run, resulting in a tie, Mumbai Indians eventually won the match in the Super Over, making it one of the most dramatic IPL matches.
Dubbed as the Thriller at Hyderabad, this match took place on May 21, 2017, in the final of IPL 2017 edition. Mumbai Indians needed 11 runs off the last over to win the title, and it came down to the last ball with 4 runs needed. Kieron Pollard smashed a six off the last ball to take MI to victory, winning their third IPL title by just 1 run.
The Indian Premier League is one of the top T20 cricket series around the world. With its high competitiveness, this league has witnessed many indelible moments through its 16 editions. With world-renowned players and their different and unique techniques of playing have taken the fans off their chairs uncountable times and they are still doing that.
