In the 31st match of IPL 2024, Rajasthan Royals defeated Kolkata Knight Riders on the last ball. Rajasthan opener Jos Buttler scored a blistering century to lead the team to victory at the Eden Gardens on Tuesday (April 16).

Interestingly, two centuries were seen in this match. First, opener Sunil Narine scored a century from Kolkata. KKR scored 223 runs in 20 overs on the strength of Narayan's Phalandiji. In reply, Rajasthan also hit the last ball of the 20th over for a boundary.

Jos Buttler scored an unbeaten century for Rajasthan. On the strength of this century, Rajasthan Royals chased down the joint-highest target in IPL history against Kolkata Knight Riders.

Chasing the target of 224 runs, the Rajasthan Royals team was in trouble at one point after scoring 121 for 6. However, Buttler did not lose heart and batted till the end to give his team a memorable win at the historic Eden Gardens in Kolkata.

Rajasthan Royals equaled their own year old record. In 2020, Rajasthan Royals successfully chased down a target of 224 runs against Kings XI Punjab in Sharjah. Buttler has scored his second century of the current season. Buttler struggled on the field due to cramps.

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However, he held his own at the crease and surpassed Chris Gayle to become the second highest scorer in the IPL. Buttler was adjudged man of the match for his brilliant innings. After accepting the award, Buttler said that believing in yourself is important and that's the key to this match.

What exactly did Jos Buttler say?

Believe in yourself, that was the real key today. I was struggling for rhythm. At first I was disappointed but then I told myself it was ok. Just keep playing and you will definitely gain momentum. After that I just tried to stay calm. During IPL you see many interesting things.

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Dhoni and Kohli, the way they play till the end and I tried to do the same. Sangkara has told me this many times. There always comes a time when things change. The worst thing is you don't fight and throw away your wicket. Sangakkara said that just stand on the wicket and the game will automatically change. It's been a big part of my game over the years”.

What is the scoreboard status?

There is no change in IPL 2024 point table after the match between Rajasthan Royals and Kolkata Knight Riders. Rajasthan Royals team is at the top position with 12 points. Kolkata Knight Riders team remains at the second position with 8 points. Chennai and Hyderabad are ranked third and fourth respectively.