Gambhir hopeful to win IPL 2012 final

Kolkata Knight Riders captain Gautam Gambhir, conceding that the Chennai Super Kings will enjoy the home advantage in the Indian Premier League final here on Sunday, backed himself and his team to win their maiden trophy.

Gambhir, playing in his first IPL final like his team, asserted that the least they could do was to win it for the fans.

"You do not walk on to the field to play as an individual and we play for Kolkata's people who have been a fantastic support to our team. When we walk tomorrow we will give our hundred percent."

KKR in Finals after Performanced Win

KKR in Finals

The Kolkata Knight Riders made their first ever entry into the finals as they overcame Delhi Daredevils by 18 runs.

 Kolkata Knight Riders booked their place in the Indian Premier League 2012 final as they produced a strong performance to beat Delhi Daredevils by 18 runs in the qualifier in Pune.

Yusuf Pathan's late blast of 40 not out helped them accelerate to a score of 162 for four and Delhi closed on 144 for eight in reply, unable to pick up the pace when it was required.

Off-spinner Sunil Narine and fast bowler Jacques Kallis both returned figures of two for 24 and there was a wicket for each of the six bowlers used.

Sachin Tendulkar IPL Career Statistics

Sachin Tendulkar IPL

Sachin Tendulkar IPL Career Statistics Batting
Matches	Innings	Not Outs	Runs	Highest	Average	SR	100	50	4s	6s
63	63	9	2036	100	37.7	119.34	1	12	255	24