Match Result
Kolkata Knight Riders
won by 4 wkts
Rajasthan Royals
LostRR
155/9(20 ov)
RR
161/6(19.4 ov)
🕐 Sun, 19 Apr, 2026, 03:30 pm IST
📍 Eden Gardens, Kolkata
The Eden Gardens roared tonight, not just for runs, but for a nail-biting chase that had every fan on the edge of their seats! In a thrilling IPL 2026 encounter, the Kolkata Knight Riders snatched victory from the Rajasthan Royals, winning by four wickets in a contest that lived up to its blockbuster billing.
Rajasthan Royals, opting to bat first, posted a respectable but ultimately chaseable 155/9, a total that felt a touch short on a tricky Eden Gardens wicket. The Knight Riders, fueled by the passionate home crowd, found themselves in a bit of a pickle during the middle overs, losing crucial wickets and struggling to maintain the required run rate. However, a masterclass in composure from their lower order, particularly in the death overs, saw them navigate the pressure cooker scenario. They chipped away at the target, keeping their nerve despite the mounting tension, and ultimately crossed the line with just four wickets down in 19.4 overs, showcasing the grit and resilience that makes T20 cricket so captivating to Watch IPL 2026.
What a finish for the Kolkata faithful, and a tough pill to swallow for the Royals who fought valiantly! This KKR vs RR clash wasn't just about two points; it's a massive momentum shifter in IPL 2026, sending KKR soaring and putting RR back to the drawing board. The tension was palpable, and you can bet every fan is already counting down the days until the next time these two titans collide on the IPL stage. Don't miss a moment of the Watch IPL action!
Full Scorecard
🪙 Toss: rajasthan royals chose to bat
🏆 Kolkata Knight Riders won by 4 wkts
| Batter | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Yashasvi Jaiswal caught out | 39 | 29 | 4 | 2 | 134.5 |
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi caught out | 46 | 28 | 6 | 2 | 164.3 |
Dhruv Jurel stumped | 5 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 71.4 |
Riyan Parag bowled | 12 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 85.7 |
Shimron Hetmyer caught out | 15 | 18 | 0 | 0 | 83.3 |
Donovan Ferreira cb | 7 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 100.0 |
Ravindra Jadeja caught out | 9 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 128.6 |
Jofra Archer runout | 8 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 160.0 |
Ravi Bishnoi caught out | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 |
Brijesh Sharma* | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 33.3 |
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vaibhav Arora | 4 | 0 | 37 | 0 | 9.25 |
| Kartik Tyagi | 4 | 0 | 22 | 3 | 5.50 |
| Cameron Green | 2 | 0 | 27 | 0 | 13.50 |
| Sunil Narine | 4 | 0 | 26 | 2 | 6.50 |
| Varun Chakaravarthy | 4 | 0 | 14 | 3 | 3.50 |
| Ramandeep Singh | 2 | 0 | 26 | 0 | 13.00 |