IPL 2024: KKR vs RR, GT vs DC matches rescheduled
BCCI has announced the rescheduling of a couple of 2024 Indian Premier League (IPL) matches. The Kolkata Knight Riders versus Rajasthan Royals fixture, which was earlier scheduled to take place on April 17, will now take place a day prior at the Eden Gardens. Meanwhile, the Gujarat Titans vs Delhi Capitals has been postponed a day later to April 17. Here are further details.
Here are the rescheduled fixtures
April 16 - Kolkata Knight Riders vs Rajasthan Royals, Eden Gardens, Kolkata. April 17 - Gujarat Titans vs Delhi Capitals, Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad. Both matches would get underway at 7:30pm IST. Reportedly, the rescheduling was done due to the Rama Navami festivities Apparently, the authorities were unsure if they could provide proper security for the IPL game in Kolkata on April 17.
Brilliant start for KKR and RR
Both KKR and RR have made a sparkling start to the season. With three wins in as many games, RR are atop the points table. KKR are second in the standings, having won both their fixtures. While GT have clinched two of their three games, DC prevailed in their previous outing after suffering two successive defeats.
Schedule announced in two phases
The 2024 edition of the tournament commenced on March 22. BCCI announced the schedule in two phases. The board initially unveiled the itinerary for the first 21 matches before releasing the schedule for the remaining 53 games. The full schedule was out following the announcement of the general election dates.