Phil Salt breaks Ganguly’s 14-year-old record at Eden Gardens
NEW DELHI: Kolkata Knight Riders explosive batsman Phil Salt etched his name into the record books, breaking a 14-year-old milestone previously held by none other than Sourav Ganguly at Eden Gardens.
It was the IPL season of 2024 when Salt’s dazzling performances lit up the stadium and captured the imagination of fans. In just six innings, Salt amassed a stunning total of 344 runs at Eden Gardens, surpassing Ganguly’s record set back in 2010.
As Salt strode confidently to the crease, his aggressive stroke play and fearless approach quickly endeared him to the Kolkata faithful.Match after match, he delivered crucial runs, captivating audiences with his audacious hitting and flair.
Most runs at Eden Gardens in an IPL season
- 344 – Phil Salt in 2024 (6 inns)*
- 331 – Sourav Ganguly in 2010 (7 inns)
- 311 – Andre Russell in 2019 (7 inns)
- 303 – Chris Lynn in 2018 (9 inns)
Salt’s elegant drives and powerful strikes resonated through the stadium, setting the stage for a remarkable achievement. With each run, he propelled himself closer to history, eventually eclipsing Ganguly’s milestone of 331 runs to claim the title of the highest run-scorer at Eden Gardens in a single IPL season.
Salt achieved the landmark during his match-winning knock of 68 against Delhi Capitals. His 33-ball stay at the crease saw his smash 7 fours and 5 sixes.
Explosive West Indian Andre Russell features third on the list with 311 runs followed by Chris Lynn (303 runs).