The captains of Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) – Shreyas Iyer and Pat Cummins – engaged in a hilarious banter ahead of the IPL 2024 final at the MA Chidambaram Stadium. As part of a promotional photo shoot, the two players took an auto ride, with Shreyas jokingly charging Pat Rs 20 crore for the ride. With KKR and SRH set to face off in the final, their friendly banter adds an entertaining element to the high-stakes match.
Shreyas Iyer and Pat Cummins' Hilarious Banter Ahead of IPL 2024 Final
Ahead of the highly anticipated IPL 2024 final between Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), captains Shreyas Iyer and Pat Cummins engaged in a lighthearted banter that has amused fans.
During a promotional photo shoot, Iyer and Cummins took an auto ride together. To add some humor, Iyer jokingly demanded Rs 20 crore from Cummins for the ride, referencing his recent purchase of a luxury car worth Rs 20 crore. Cummins laughed off the request and retorted that he owed Iyer only Rs 10 because he was not in the car for the full distance.
The friendly banter has provided a lighter moment in the midst of the intense build-up to the final. It also highlights the camaraderie between players from different teams, despite the competitive nature of the IPL.
Background on Shreyas Iyer and Pat Cummins
Shreyas Iyer is an Indian cricketer who made his international debut in 2017. He is known for his aggressive batting style and leadership skills. In April 2023, he was appointed captain of the Kolkata Knight Riders.
Pat Cummins is an Australian cricketer who is considered one of the best fast bowlers in the world. He made his international debut in 2011 and has since become a key player for the Australian national team. In 2023, he was named captain of the Sunrisers Hyderabad.
Top 5 FAQs and Answers
1. When is the IPL 2024 final? Answer: To be announced.
2. Where will the IPL 2024 final be played? Answer: To be announced.
3. Who is the captain of KKR in the IPL 2024? Answer: Shreyas Iyer
4. Who is the captain of SRH in the IPL 2024? Answer: Pat Cummins
5. What was the joke that Shreyas Iyer made to Pat Cummins during the auto ride? Answer: Iyer jokingly charged Cummins Rs 20 crore for the ride, referencing Cummins' recent purchase of a luxury car worth Rs 20 crore.
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