Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan has returned to Mumbai after attending the IPL 2024 final match in Chennai where his team Kolkata Knight Riders emerged victorious. He was accompanied by his wife Gauri and son Aaryan. Despite repeated requests from paparazzi, SRK avoided posing for pictures and hid behind an umbrella.
SRK Returns to Mumbai Triumphant after KKR's IPL Victory
Bollywood megastar Shah Rukh Khan, the owner of the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) cricket team, recently returned to Mumbai after attending the IPL 2024 final match in Chennai. The team's victory marked a significant milestone for Khan, who has been a passionate supporter of KKR since its inception in 2008.
Upon his arrival at the Mumbai airport, Khan was greeted by a throng of enthusiastic fans and paparazzi. However, the actor chose to avoid posing for pictures and hid behind an umbrella, citing his busy schedule as the reason.
KKR's Dominating Performance
In the final match, KKR faced off against the Chennai Super Kings (CSK). The match was a tense affair, with both teams trading blows throughout the innings. However, in the end, KKR's all-round performance proved too strong for CSK.
KKR captain Shreyas Iyer led the charge with a blistering 82 runs off 53 balls, while all-rounder Andre Russell chipped in with a crucial 48 runs from 26 deliveries. The bowling attack, led by Umesh Yadav and Sunil Narine, restricted CSK to a total of 160 runs, which KKR chased down comfortably with 6 wickets to spare.
Khan's Joyous Celebration
Khan, who was present at the stadium to witness his team's triumph, was overjoyed by the victory. He took to social media to express his gratitude to the players, coaches, and support staff for their hard work and dedication.
"To everyone at @KKRiders, what a beautiful season we've had! I'm so proud of all of you. Thank you for making this dream a reality. On to the next one," Khan tweeted.
Top 5 FAQs and Answers
Q1: What was the final score of the IPL 2024 final match? A: KKR defeated CSK by 6 wickets.
Q2: Who was the Man of the Match? A: Shreyas Iyer of KKR.
Q3: Who is the owner of the Kolkata Knight Riders? A: Shah Rukh Khan.
Q4: What is Shah Rukh Khan's net worth? A: Khan's net worth is estimated to be around $600 million.
Q5: When was Shah Rukh Khan born? A: November 2, 1965.
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