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In an extraordinary evening in Vizag, Kolkata secured a resounding 106-run victory over Delhi in the 2024 Indian Premier League (IPL) season. Kolkata's stellar batting performance at the ACA-VDCA Stadium saw them achieve the second-highest total in IPL history.

Record-breaking victory

Veteran all-rounder Sunil Narine and debutant Abhishek Raghuvanshi showcased exceptional batting, both scoring half-centuries. Andre Russell and Rinku Singh's contributions added vital runs, with Russell scoring a brisk 41 off 19 balls and Rinku scoring 26 off 8 balls.

Kolkata's impressive total of 272 for 7 became the second-highest in IPL history, setting a formidable target for Delhi. Sunil Narine's 85, Abhishek Raghuvanshi's debut fifty, and Andre Russell's explosive hitting were the highlights of Kolkata's innings.

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Match highlights

Facing Kolkata's challenging total, Delhi struggled from the start, losing early wickets. Despite efforts from captain Rishabh Pant and Tristan Stubbs, who scored half-centuries, Delhi fell short. They were eventually bowled out for 166, handing Kolkata a convincing 106-run victory.

The win propels Kolkata to the top of the IPL 2024 points table, while Delhi faces challenges with just one win in their opening four matches. With outstanding performances and records broken, Kolkata's dominance in this match sets a strong tone for their season ahead.

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