Kolkata Knight Riders Crowned IPL 2012 Champions in Sensational Final
Indian Premier League (IPL) This high-stakes encounter between CSK and KKR marked a memorable chapter in IPL history, etching its significance in the hearts of fans and players alike In a riveting display of T20 cricket, the Chennai Super Kings set a challenging target by posting a formidable score of 190/3. However, the Kolkata Knight Riders showcased their mettle with a determined chase, securing a thrilling victory IPL 2012 Champions with just 2 balls to spare The Knight Riders reached a total of 192/5, winning the contest by 5 wickets.
Result
Chennai Super Kings posted a formidable 190/3 Kolkata Knight Riders chased down the target, securing victory with 2 balls remaining, scoring 192/5 KKR won by 5 wickets.
Runner Up
Despite putting up a valiant effort, the Chennai Super Kings faced a setback in the IPL 2012 final hosted in Chennai on May 27.Posting a challenging total of 190/3, the Super Kings showcased their prowess in the grand finale.
Player of the Match
Manvindra Bisla brilliant innings of 89 runs off 48 balls earned him the prestigious Player of the Match award.
Player of the Series
Sunil Narine, with an impressive haul of 24 wickets, was honored as the Player of the Series.
Points Table
| Position | Team | Matches | Wins | Losses | Ties | No Result | Points | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Delhi Daredevils | 16 | 11 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 22 | 0.617 |
| 2 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 16 | 10 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 21 | 0.561 |
| 3 | Mumbai Indians | 16 | 10 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 20 | -0.100 |
| 4 | Chennai Super Kings | 16 | 8 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 17 | 0.100 |
| 5 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 16 | 8 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 17 | -0.022 |
| 6 | Kings XI Punjab | 16 | 8 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 16 | -0.216 |
| 7 | Rajasthan Royals | 16 | 7 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 14 | 0.201 |
| 8 | Deccan Chargers | 16 | 4 | 11 | 0 | 1 | 9 | -0.509 |
| 9 | Pune Warriors | 16 | 4 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 8 | -0.551 |
The 2012 IPL final was a spectacle, marked by Manvindra’s heroics, IPL 2012 Champions Kolkata Knight Riders’ triumph, and Sunil Narine’s stellar bowling, cementing its place as a memorable chapter in IPL history.
