Kolkata Knight Riders kept their playoff hopes alive with a commanding 29-run win over Gujarat Titans in a high-scoring encounter at Eden Gardens.
Batting first, KKR produced a batting masterclass, piling up a massive 247/2. Finn Allen set the tone with a blistering 93 off 35 balls, smashing 10 sixes. He was followed by an unbeaten partnership between Angkrish Raghuvanshi (82*) and Cameron Green (52*), who ensured KKR posted a daunting total. GT's poor fielding, including multiple dropped catches, further compounded their struggles.
In response, GT fought hard but fell short at 218/4. Captain Shubman Gill led from the front with 85 off 49 balls, sharing a 128-run stand with Jos Buttler (57). Sai Sudharsan added a quick 53*, but the steep required
rate proved too much.
The difference came from Sunil Narine, who delivered a crucial spell of 2/29 in 4 overs in his 200th IPL match, controlling the run flow and sealing the win. He was deservedly named Player of the Match.
Who Won Yesterday's KKR vs GT IPL 2026 Match?
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) defeated Delhi Capitals (DC) by 29 runs in Match 60 of IPL 2026 in Kolkata.
Match Summary
- Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR): 247/2 in 20.0 overs; Finn Allen 93 (35), Angkrish Raghuvanshi 82 (44)*, Cameroon Green 52 (28)*; Sunil Narine 2/29.
- Gujarat Titans (GT): 218/4 in 20.0 overs; Shubman Gill 85 (49), Jos Buttler 57 (35), Sai Sudarshan 53 (28)*; Sai Kishore 1/38 from 3.0 overs.
KKR vs GT Top Players
- Top Batter: Finn Allen (KKR) - 93 runs off 35 balls (10 sixes, 4 fours)
- Top Bowler: Sunil Narine (KKR) - 2/29 in 4 overs (Economy: 7.25, 11 dot balls)
KKR vs GT Match Award Winners: Full List
- Player of the Match: Sunil Narine (KKR) - 2/29 (4 overs)
- Super Striker of the Match: Finn Allen (KKR) - 93 runs off 35 balls (Strike Rate: 265.71)
- Angel One Super Sixes of the Match: Finn Allen (KKR) - 10 Sixes
- RuPay on the Go 4s of the Match: Sai Sudharsan (GT) - 6 Fours
- TATA IPL Green Dot Balls of the Match: Sunil Narine (KKR) - 11 dot balls
Who will play Today's IPL 2026 Match?
Punjab Kings will take on Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the HPCA Stadium, Dharamshala, at 3:30 PM (IST). On the other hand, the Delhi Capitals will take on the Rajasthan Royals in a crucial encounter at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi, at 7:30 PM (IST).
