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  • IPL 2025: Fans erupt as Nitish Rana’s blazing knock helps RR pull off a thriller against CSK

    IPL 2025: Fans erupt as Nitish Rana’s blazing knock helps RR pull off a thriller against CSK

    In the 11th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, Rajasthan Royals (RR) took on Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati. The contest turned out to be a thriller where Rajasthan managed to overcome Chennai and register their first win of the tournament.

    Nitish Rana’s fireworks propel Rajasthan Royals to a big total

    After being asked to bat first, Rajasthan Royals faced early trouble as Yashasvi Jaiswal departed cheaply. Captain Sanju Samson and Riyan Parag played supporting roles, but the innings truly came alive with Nitish Rana’s sensational knock. The left-hander dismantled the CSK bowling attack, hammering 10 fours and five sixes at a staggering strike rate of 225. His 81 off 36 balls ensured RR reached a competitive total.

    Riyan Parag (37 off 28) played a crucial second-fiddle role, while Shimron Hetmyer (19 off 16) provided some late fireworks. However, RR lost wickets in quick succession towards the end, with Khaleel Ahmed (2/38), Noor Ahmad (2/28), and Matheesha Pathirana (2/28) leading CSK’s fightback with the ball.

    Ruturaj Gaikwad and Ravindra Jadeja keep CSK in fight

    Chasing 183, CSK had a nightmare start as Rachin Ravindra fell for a duck. Rahul Tripathi and Ruturaj Gaikwad steadied the innings, with Gaikwad leading from the front. His 63 off 44 balls, studded with seven fours and a six, kept CSK in the hunt. Shivam Dube and Vijay Shankar chipped in with handy cameos, but it was Ravindra Jadeja who nearly took the game away with his composed 32 off 22.

    With MS Dhoni at the crease in the final overs, CSK fans hoped for a magical finish. However, Rajasthan Royals’ bowlers held their nerve, with Wanindu Hasaranga emerging as the hero. His exceptional spell of 4/35 included the crucial wickets of Gaikwad and Jadeja, turning the tide in RR’s favor. Jofra Archer and Sandeep Sharma also contributed with tight spells, ensuring CSK fell just short at 176/6.

    Rajasthan Royals seal a nail-biting victory

    Despite a late flourish from Jamie Overton (11 off 4), CSK couldn’t cross the finish line, as RR bowlers executed their plans to perfection in the final overs. Hasaranga’s match-winning spell, supported by Archer’s early breakthroughs and disciplined bowling from Theekshana, helped RR clinch a thrilling six-run victory.

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    Here is how fans reacted:

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  • Nitish Rana fires back at Manoj Tiwary over Gautam Gambhir’s criticism post-BGT 2024-25 loss

    Nitish Rana fires back at Manoj Tiwary over Gautam Gambhir’s criticism post-BGT 2024-25 loss

    Former Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) batter Nitish Rana has strongly defended Indian cricket team head coach Gautam Gambhir after Manoj Tiwary’s recent criticism following the national team’s embarrassing drubbing in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 against Australia.

    The former Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) batter had called Gautam Gambhir a “hypocrite” and slammed the coach for pushing the Indian skipper Rohit Sharma to the forefront to deal with all the issues. Further, Tiwary had questioned Gambhir’s success at KKR, suggesting that his public relations game allowed him to take credit for the team’s achievements.

    Performance doesn’t need any PR: Nitish Rana slams Manoj Tiwary

    Reacting to the controversial statement, Nitish Rana, who played with Gambhir at Delhi and KKR in the Indian Premier League (IPL), shot down these claims by labeling them as Manoj Tiwary’s insecurities. Rana emphasized Gambhir’s positive influence, adding that the legendary cricketer’s contributions to KKR’s triumphs go beyond the limelight.

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    Slamming Manoj Tiwary, Nitish Rana posted on his X (formerly Twitter) handle: “Criticism should be based on facts, not personal insecurities. Gauti bhaiyya is one of the most selfless players I’ve ever met. He shoulders responsibility in times of distress like no other. Performance doesn’t need any PR. The trophies speak for themselves.”

    Gautam Gambhir is a hypocrite: Manoj Tiwary

    Manoj Tiwary has criticized both India’s bowling coach, Morne Morkel, and batting coach, Abhishek Nayar, questioning their value and accusing them of blindly agreeing with whatever the head coach, Gautam Gambhir, says. He went on to label Gambhir a “hypocrite,” alleging that the Indian head coach does not practice what he preaches.

    Manoj Tiwary was quoted as saying by News18 Bangla: “What is the use of a bowling coach? Whatever the coach says, he will agree. Morne Morkel came from Lucknow Super Giants. Abhishek Nayar was at Kolkata Knight Riders with Gambhir, and the Indian head coach has a comfort zone with him. Gautam Gambhir is a hypocrite. He doesn’t do what he says. The captain is from Mumbai; Abhishek Nayar is from Mumbai. Rohit has been pushed to the forefront by them to deal with all the issues.”

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    Manoj Tiwary says Gautam Gambhir didn’t guide KKR to IPL title single-handedly

    Furthermore, Manoj Tiwary has weighed in on the rumored tension between Gautam Gambhir and Rohit Sharma, questioning how they could work effectively together. Tiwary highlighted the contrasting leadership experiences. Tiwary also said that Gambhir did not win the IPL titles alone, as the entire team, including players like Jacques Kallis, Sunil Narine, and himself, contributed to the success. Tiwary also pointed out that Gambhir took much of the credit for KKR’s achievements.

    Tiwary had added, “How will they work together? Rohit is a World Cup-winning captain. While Gambhir led KKR to IPL titles both as a captain and mentor. Gambhir didn’t guide KKR to the title single-handedly, as we all performed as a unit. Jacques Kallis, Sunil Narine, and I all contributed to the cause. But who took the credit?”

    Notably, India has lost six out of the 10 Tests since Gautam Gambhir replaced Rahul Dravid as head coach of the Indian cricket team. Under Gambhir’s leadership, India lost an ODI series to Sri Lanka. Gambhir’s next major challenge is the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.



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  • Nitish Rana’s India comeback becomes Rahul Dravid’s next big mission

    Nitish Rana’s India comeback becomes Rahul Dravid’s next big mission

    The 30-year-old left-handed batsman Nitish Rana has revealed that the Rajasthan Royals (RR) head coach Rahul Dravid has promised him of his India National Cricket Team comeback.

    Nitish Rana said that the former India head coach, Rahul Dravid, had told him that he would do everything possible to help him get back into the scheme of things of the Indian team.

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    Nitish Rana bought by Rajasthan Royals at the IPL 2025 mega auction

    Nitish Rana, who was a Knight Rider in the Indian Premier League since 2018, was bought by the Rajasthan Royals (RR) for ₹4.20 crore at the IPL 2025 mega auction in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

    It came as a major shock to everyone because the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) didn’t use the Right To Match option to retain their former captain. He was reportedly one of the contenders for captaincy of KKR after the franchise parted ways with Shreyas Iyer.

    However, Knight Riders did not show interest in buying back Nitish Rana, and it left his wife Saachi Marwah quite furious, who took to social media to post a cryptic message that said, “Loyalty is very expensive, not everyone can afford it”.

    I just told him, I want to make a comeback to the Indian team – Rahul Dravid

    In a video shared by Rajasthan Royals (RR) on their official social media channels, Nitish Rana spoke about his interactions with head coach Rahul Dravid. He said:

    “Sometimes, we create stories in our minds, thinking that if I ask this question, will I be judged? But, in all my time working with him, the common fear many players have—that if they speak to someone, they’ll be judged—was never a concern for me from the very first day.”

    Rana revealed that he directly told Dravid that he is aiming for India comeback through his stint with Rajasthan Royals (RR). He further said that Dravid offered him full support and assured him that he would do everything possible for the franchise and his career. He stated:

    “I just told him that I played under him in my first series and I want to make a comeback to the Indian team. I will need your help because your guidance matters a lot to me. He accepted and said, ‘We will do the hard work. ‘Franchise or tere career ke liye jo possible cheez hogi wo karenge’. (“We will do everything possible for the franchise and your career.”)

    Nitish Rana’s IPL numbers

    Rana has played for the Mumbai Indians (MI) and the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the Indian Premier League (IPL). He started his journey with the Mumbai Indians (MI) before switching bases to Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR).

    Overall, he has played 107 matches in the league. In those matches, he has scored 2636 runs at an average of 28.65 and a strike rate of 135.04 to go with 18 half-centuries.

    Talking about his journey with India National Cricket Team, he has played two T20Is, scoring 15 runs, and one ODI, scoring 7 runs.



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  • IPL 2024 [WATCH]: When Nitish Rana prompted Rinku Singh to propose a fictional woman

    IPL 2024 [WATCH]: When Nitish Rana prompted Rinku Singh to propose a fictional woman

    Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) became the first team to qualify in the playoffs of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. With an array of talented players, they currently lead the league’s points table. Among their star players, one such talent is Rinku Singh, who is known for his stellar performances and ability to sway matches and secure victories even in the direst situations.

    Despite his on-field heroics, Rinku is recognized as a reserved individual who prefers to avoid the spotlight. However, his KKR teammates often indulge in light-hearted banter and pranks, aiming to draw him out of his shell. One such incident occurred when Nitish Rana orchestrated a playful scenario where Rinku found himself proposing to an imaginary woman.

    Nitish Rana placed Rinku Singh in an amusing situation

    In a video that circulated online, reportedly from two years ago, KKR players were seen on a plane heading for an IPL match. Rinku was seated beside Nitish in the footage. The former KKR skipper recounted a playful incident where he had encouraged Rinku to humorously imagine him as a lady and propose, to which Rinku reluctantly agreed.

    Nitish had captured the moment on his phone, in which Rinku was holding a flower pot and mimicking a proposal. Nitish then took out his mobile and revealed the recording. When Nitish showed the video, Rinku appeared visibly embarrassed and covered his face before bursting into laughter. “Hi baby, I propose you,” Rinku said in the video.

    Here is the video:

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    Rinku’s performance in IPL 2024

    In the ongoing season of the cash-rich league, the clutch player from KKR is yet to showcase his full calibre. In his last 12 matches, Rinku has scored 168 runs at a strike rate of 148.67. With the playoffs on the horizon, the 26-year-old batter must stage a notable comeback to enhance KKR’s prospects of securing the title.

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  • IPL 2024: 5 teams who will have new captains in the upcoming season

    IPL 2024: 5 teams who will have new captains in the upcoming season

    With just 10 days left for the 17th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL), the cricketing world is buzzing with excitement as 10 formidable teams gear up to battle for the coveted title.

    New captains taking charge

    Amidst the anticipation, the league is abuzz with talks of captaincy changes. The leadership landscape has undergone a transformation with key franchises appointed new skippers. Whether it’s the result of injury setbacks, player trades, or a strategic vision for the future, these captaincy changes are poised to redefine team dynamics. Fans will be eager on the edge of their seats, anticipating how these captaincy changes will influence team dynamics, performance, and ultimately, the title race.

    New captains for the upcoming IPL 2024 Season: 5 teams in focus:

    1. Mumbai Indians (MI)

    Rohit Sharma and Hardik Pandya (Image Source: Twitter)
    • New Captain: Hardik Pandya
    • Background: MI, under the leadership of Rohit Sharma, clinched the IPL title five times. However, the franchise made a bold move by appointing Hardik as the new captain ahead of the IPL 2024 Auction. Hardik previously led the Gujarat Titans (GT) to victory in 2022 but faced a runner-up finish in the 2023 edition. The trading of Hardik back to MI sets the stage for an intriguing dynamic between the former and current captains.

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    2. Gujarat Titans (GT)

    Shubman Gill and Hardik Pandya
    Shubman Gill and Hardik Pandya (Image Source: Twitter)
    • New Captain: Shubman Gill
    • Context: With Hardik moving to MI, Gujarat had to find a new captain. The management entrusted the responsibility to the rising star of Indian cricket, Shubman Gill. The experienced Kane Williamson and vice-captain Rashid Khan will add valuable support to the new captain.

    3. Sunrisers Hyderabad

    Pat Cummins and Aiden Markram
    Pat Cummins and Aiden Markram (Image Source: Twitter)
    • New Captain: Pat Cummins
    • Decision Highlights: A few days before the tournament’s start, Sunrisers Hyderabad decided to hand over the captaincy to the current Australian skipper, Pat Cummins. He replaced Aiden Markram, who led the sister franchise side, Sunrisers Eastern Cape to consecutive second title victory in the SA20 Trophy. Despite Markram’s success, the franchise opted for Cummins, who showcased exceptional leadership skills, guiding Australia to victories in the World Test Championship (WTC) and ODI World Cup 2023.

    4. Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR):

    Shreyas Iyer and Nitish Rana
    Shreyas Iyer and Nitish Rana (Image Source: Twitter)
    • Returning Captain: Shreyas Iyer
    • Background: Iyer, the original captain of KKR, is set to return to the leadership role. In IPL 2023, he couldn’t captain the side due to a back injury, with Nitish Rana taking charge. Now, Iyer will aim to bring his captaincy prowess back to guide KKR in the upcoming season.

    Delhi Capitals (DC):

    David Warner and Rishabh Pant
    David Warner and Rishabh Pant (Image Source: Twitter)
    • Returning Captain: Rishabh Pant
    • Comeback Story: After missing the IPL 2023 due to a freakish car incident in December 2022, Rishabh Pant is set to make a comeback as the captain of Delhi Capitals (DC). David Warner led the side in Pant’s absence, but now the dynamic Indian wicketkeeper-batter is ready to don the captaincy role once again.

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  • Nitish Rana’s 3 qualities in IPL 2023 that show he can be a good player for India

    Nitish Rana’s 3 qualities in IPL 2023 that show he can be a good player for India

    Nitish Rana was appointed Kolkata Knight Riders’ captain after Shreyas Iyer was ruled out of IPL 2023. The young left-hander has been impressive as a leader of the side and seems to have earned the respect of the dressing room. Rana has led from the front and has not shied away from taking bold calls and being strategic and accountable for his own actions.

    His form with the bat has been good all season and he has also shown that he is a capable bowler. He has scored 405 runs in 13 innings this season and was one of the reasons why KKR beat Chennai Super Kings for the first time in 11 years in Chennai.

    Nitish Rana has grown as a player and as a leader and the Indian selectors will be keeping a close eye on him in the near future.

    Here we take a look at Nitish Rana’s 3 qualities in IPL 2023 that show he can be a good player for India:

    #3 Makes quick decisions

    Rana has looked at ease while taking tough decisions
    Rana has looked at ease while taking tough decisions

    Nitish Rana is an important player for Delhi and has shown he can handle pressure in the IPL. He has always been a talented player, but this season, he has shown that he can make his own decisions and stick with them.

    For instance, he opened the bowling against Rajasthan Royals and although he was taken for plenty by Yashasvi Jaiswal, he was still confident in his decision-making abilities.

    He was very tactical in the way he used his spinners against the Chennai Super Kings in the last match and his press conferences have been extremely honest. These traits can make him a real asset for India in the near future as there will be an assured presence in the side.

    #2 Extremely handy off-spin

    Nitish Rana bowls some decent off-spin
    Nitish Rana bowls some decent off-spin

    A top-order batter who can roll his arm over and give four overs on a consistent basis – Nitish Rana ticks all these boxes. This season, he has been more than handy with the ball and is a player that India has always been desperate for in the recent past.

    On tracks that assist spin, Rana can be a handy inclusion as he will balance the team perfectly. He has a repeatable action and more often than not, gets his line and lengths right. He has picked up three wickets this season, but over the years has accounted for Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers amongst other big names.

    #1 Solid top-order player

    Rana is an excellent player in Indian conditions
    Rana is an excellent player in Indian conditions

    Rana has been a consistent run-scorer in the IPL as well as for Delhi in the domestic set-up. In this season, he has shown that leadership does not bog him down and that he likes taking up responsibility. He has already scored 405 runs in 13 innings at an average of 33.75.

    He is an excellent player of spin as was displayed in KKR’s last match against the Chennai Super Kings. Although he has a weakness against the short ball, he has shown the ability to adapt and adjust and find ways to score runs.

    Apart from all this, he can bat at different stages of an innings and can be an anchor or a finisher depending upon the situation.

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  • Twitter reactions: Nitish Rana, Rinku Singh keep KKR alive with crucial win over CSK in IPL 2023

    Twitter reactions: Nitish Rana, Rinku Singh keep KKR alive with crucial win over CSK in IPL 2023

    Even after 61 matches, no team has yet confirmed their qualification spot in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL). In the second contest of the Sunday’s double header, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) registered an impressive 6-wicket win over Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in Chepauk and kept themselves alive in the exciting competition.

    Batting first, CSK got off to a slow start with only Ruturaj Gaikwad and Devon Conway getting into double digits. Later, Shivam Dube played a brilliant knock of 48 runs off 34 balls, including three sixes, to help the Super Kings reach a total of 144/6 in their 20 overs. Sunil Narine and Varun Chakravarthy were the pick of the bowlers for KKR, picking up two wickets each.

    In reply, KKR got off to a shaky start, losing two wickets in the powerplay. However, Nitish Rana and Rinku Singh played superb innings to steady the ship. Rana scored 57 runs off 44 balls, including six fours and one six, while Singh scored 54 runs off 43 balls, including four fours and three sixes.

    The duo shared a crucial partnership of 112 runs for the third wicket, which proved to be the difference between the two teams. Deepak Chahar was the only wicket taker for CSK, bagging three scalps in his three overs.

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  • IPL 2023: KKR vs RR Match 56: Pitch Report, Probable XI and Match Prediction

    IPL 2023: KKR vs RR Match 56: Pitch Report, Probable XI and Match Prediction

    Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) will square off against Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the 56th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 at the iconic Eden Gardens Stadium in Kolkata on Thursday (May 11). Notably, this would be the first time the two teams will meet in the IPL 2023.

    Speaking of the previous matches of both teams, KKR defeated Punjab Kings (PBKS) in their last game, whereas RR suffered a defeat at the hands of Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH). Although Nitish Rana (51) was the top-scorer for the Kolkata-based side in the last-over thriller, Andre Russell stole the show with his quickfire 42 off just 23 deliveries and played a significant role in KKR’s win. Among bowlers, Varun Chakravarthy picked up three wickets for his side in the first innings. At the same time, despite Jos Buttler‘s sensational 95 runs off 59 balls and Sanju Samson‘s powerful 66-run knock, RR failed to defend the mammoth 214-run total and eventually lost the contest. Yuzvendra Chahal’s four-wicket haul for Rajasthan also went in vain.

    KKR are currently placed at the sixth position of the IPL 2023 points table and would look to break into the top five when they face Rajasthan on Thursday. On the other hand, RR sit at the fifth spot and will eye the third position by registering a win against Kolkata.

    Pitch report:

    The track at Eden Gardens has always favoured the batters. However, it also assists the spinners as the game progresses. A high-scoring match is expected to take place at the venue, and the dew factor will also come into play as well.

    Probable XIs:

    Kolkata Knight Riders:  Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Venkatesh Iyer, Nitish Rana (c), Rinku Singh, Andre Russell, Sunil Narine, Shardul Thakur, Vaibhav Arora, Harshit Rana, Suyash Sharma, Varun Chakaravarthy

    Rajasthan Royals: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Jos Buttler, Sanju Samson (c/wk), Joe Root, Dhruv Jurel, Shimron Hetmyer, Ravichandran Ashwin, Kuldeep Sen, Sandeep Sharma, Trent Boult, Yuzvendra Chahal

    Head-to-head record

    Played: 27 | KKR won: 14 | RR won: 12 | No result: 01

    Match Prediction:

    Case 1:

    • KKR wins the toss and bowls first
    • Powerplay score: 55-60
    • RR total: 185-195

    Case 2:

    • RR wins the toss and bowls first
    • Powerplay score: 50-55
    • KKR total: 180-190

    Team bowling first to win the contest.

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  • SRH vs KKR, IPL 2023: Full list of award winners, player of the match, scorecard & records

    SRH vs KKR, IPL 2023: Full list of award winners, player of the match, scorecard & records

    Cricket fans witnessed another last-ball finish in IPL 2023 last night (May 4) as the Kolkata Knight Riders beat the Sunrisers Hyderabad five runs at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium. Varun Chakravarthy stole the show with a tight spell of 1/20 in the second innings.

    Kolkata Knight Riders captain Nitish Rana surprised the fans by not using Chakravarthy in the first half of the Sunrisers Hyderabad innings. He brought him into the attack in the 11th over.

    Rana also entrusted the responsibility of defending nine runs off the last over to Varun, and the mystery spinner did not disappoint his captain. Chakravarthy conceded only three runs off his six balls, helping KKR win the contest by five runs.

    In this article now, we will look at the scorecard, stats, and award winners from Match 47 of IPL 2023.

    List of all award winners in SRH vs KKR match, IPL 2023

    Varun Chakravarthy won the Man of the Match award for his spell of 1/20. The mystery spinner conceded only 17 runs in his first three overs while bowling in the slog overs. He dismissed Abdul Samad in the 20th over and did not allow SRH to score nine runs.

    Here’s a list of all the award winners from the Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Kolkata Knight Riders IPL 2023 match:

    Player of the Match: Varun Chakravarthy (1/20)

    Game-changer of the Match: Aiden Markram (86 fantasy points)

    Catch of the Match: Aiden Markram (catch to dismiss Nitish Rana)

    Most Valuable Asset of the Match: Andre Russell (22 MVP points)

    Longest Six of the Match: Heinrich Klaasen (101 metres)

    Electric Striker of the Match: Heinrich Klaasen (strike rate of 180)

    Most Fours of the Match: Rinku Singh (4 fours)

    SRH vs KKR IPL 2023 Match Scorecard

    Kolkata Knight Riders vs Sunrisers Hyderabad scorecard (Image: Sportskeeda)
    Kolkata Knight Riders vs Sunrisers Hyderabad scorecard (Image: Sportskeeda)

    Rinku Singh and Nitish Rana were the top-scorers for the Kolkata Knight Riders. Rinku aggregated 46 runs, while Rana scored a 31-ball 42. Their contributions helped KKR score 171/9 in 20 overs. Marco Jansen and T Natarajan bagged two wickets each for the home team.

    In reply, SRH lost four wickets in 6.2 overs, but a 70-run stand between Heinrich Klaasen and Aiden Markram brought the Orange Army back into the contest. KKR’s Vaibhav Arora and Shardul Thakur took wickets at crucial moments, turning the momentum in KKR’s favor.

    The equation came down to nine runs off six balls. Abdul Samad was in the middle for SRH, but he could not get the job done as the Orange Army suffered a five-run loss.

    SRH vs KKR, IPL 2023: Top records and stats from Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Kolkata Knight Riders game

    It was an eventful IPL 2023 match between SRH and KKR last night in Hyderabad. Here’s a look at some interesting stats emerging from Match 47 of IPL 2023:

    1. Rinku Singh now has the most runs by a batter in death overs (17-20) of this year’s matches. The Kolkata Knight Riders batter has scored 161 runs so far. Shimron Hetmyer is second on the list with 144 runs.
    2. Mayank Markande has the best economy rate among bowlers who have bowled at least 100 balls in the ongoing season. He has an economy rate of 6.54 after the match against KKR.

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  • IPL 2023: RCB vs KKR, Match 36: Pitch Report, Probable XI and Match Prediction

    IPL 2023: RCB vs KKR, Match 36: Pitch Report, Probable XI and Match Prediction

    Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) will face Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the 36th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 at the iconic M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on Wednesday (April 26). Notably, RCB emerged victorious in their previous encounter with Rajasthan Royals (RR) by seven runs, whereas KKR lost their last match to Chennai Super Kings (CSK) by 49 runs.

    Glenn Maxwell and Faf du Plessis were the standout performers for the Bangalore-based team in their match against RR. While Maxwell played a storming inning of 77 runs, Du Plessis contributed with quickfire 62 runs in the contest. Harshal Patel shined with the ball for RCB and picked three wickets, giving away 32 runs in his quota of four overs. On the other hand, despite Jason Roy’s brilliant 61 runs off 26 balls and Rinku Singh’s 53-run knock, KKR failed to register a win against CSK. Among bowlers, Kulwant Khejroliya bagged two scalps for the Kolkata-based side in the first inning.

    RCB are currently on the fifth spot in the IPL 2023 points tally and will look to move up when they meet Kolkata on Wednesday. Meanwhile, KKR sits at the eighth position and will aim to make a comeback by winning against Bangalore.

    Pitch report:

    The M. Chinnaswamy Stadium has shorter boundaries and offers a batter-friendly track. The bowlers here struggle and receive very less help from the surface. However, spinners can obtain assistance from the pitch as the game progresses. A high-scoring game is expected to take place at the venue.

    Probable XIs:

    Royal Challengers Bangalore: Virat Kohli (c), Faf du Plessis, Mahipal Lomror, Glenn Maxwell, Shahbaz Ahmed, Dinesh Karthik (wk), David Willey, Wanindu Hasaranga, Harshal Patel, Mohammed Siraj, Vijaykumar Vyshak

    Kolkata Knight Riders: N Jagadeesan (wk), Jason Roy, Venkatesh Iyer, Nitish Rana (c), Rinku Singh, Andre Russell, Sunil Narine, Lockie Ferguson, Kulwant Khejroliya, Umesh Yadav, Varun Chakaravarthy

    Head-to-head record

    Played: 31 | RCB won: 14 | KKR won: 17 | No result: 0

    Match Prediction:

    Case 1:

    • RCB wins the toss and bowls first
    • Powerplay score: 50-60
    • KKR total: 190-195

    Case 2:

    • KKR wins the toss and bowls first
    • Powerplay score: 55-65
    • RCB total: 200-205

    Team bowling first to win the contest.

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