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Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)<\/strong> delivered a complete performance to outclass Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)<\/strong> by 65 runs in Match 6 of IPL 2026 at a packed Eden Gardens. Asked to bat first, SRH put up an imposing total of 226\/8 and then backed it up with a clinical bowling effort, bundling out KKR for 161 in just 16 overs<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n The contest quickly turned one-sided as SRH controlled proceedings in both innings. From explosive batting to disciplined bowling, it was a performance that highlighted their depth and intent early in the tournament.<\/p>\n KKR captain Ajinkya Rahane opted to bowl first after winning the toss, hoping the pitch would offer some early assistance. However, that decision didn\u2019t go according to plan, as SRH\u2019s batters came out with attacking intent right from the start.<\/p>\n SRH\u2019s innings was built on aggressive stroke play and strong partnerships, with multiple batters contributing valuable runs. The tone was set early by openers Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma, who took the KKR bowlers by surprise with their fearless approach.<\/p>\n The pair stitched together a rapid 82-run stand in just 34 balls. Head smashed 46 off 21 deliveries, while Abhishek looked equally dangerous, scoring 48 off 21 balls. Their aggressive start ensured SRH were well ahead of the game inside the powerplay.<\/p>\n Although both openers fell in quick succession, the momentum didn\u2019t drop. Ishan Kishan played a short but impactful knock, while Heinrich Klaasen took charge of the middle overs. Klaasen anchored the innings with a composed yet attacking 52 off 35 balls, mixing smart placement with powerful hitting.<\/p>\n He found solid support in Nitish Kumar Reddy<\/strong><\/a>, who added a brisk 39 off 24 balls. Together, they built an 82-run partnership that pushed SRH past the 200-run mark and put immense pressure on KKR.<\/p>\n Late contributions from the lower order, including quick cameos from Harsh Dubey and Shivang Kumar, ensured SRH finished strongly at 226\/8 \u2013 a total that always looked above par.<\/p>\n For KKR, Blessing Muzarabani stood out as the lone bright spot. The Zimbabwean pacer picked up 4 wickets for 41 runs and removed key batters, but lacked support from the rest of the bowling unit, which struggled to contain the flow of runs.<\/p>\n Chasing a daunting 227, Kolkata Knight Riders needed a near-perfect start. While they showed glimpses of aggression, they failed to build sustained partnerships and kept losing wickets at crucial moments.<\/p>\n Finn Allen provided an explosive start, smashing 28 off just 7 balls and briefly raising hopes of a strong chase. However, his early dismissal halted the momentum. Angkrish Raghuvanshi then stepped up with a fighting knock of 52 off 29 balls, showing composure under pressure.<\/p>\n Despite his efforts, wickets continued to tumble at the other end. Rahane and Cameron Green failed to make an impact, leaving KKR struggling to keep up with the required rate.<\/p>\n Rinku Singh tried to steady the innings with a quick 35, but once he was dismissed, the chase effectively fell apart. The lower order couldn\u2019t offer much resistance as the asking rate climbed rapidly.<\/p>\n SRH\u2019s bowlers executed their plans brilliantly. Jaydev Unadkat led the attack with figures of 3\/21, striking at key moments to derail KKR\u2019s chase. He was well supported by Eshan Malinga, who impressed with 2\/14, while Nitish Reddy and Harsh Dubey chipped in with important wickets.<\/p>\n Also READ: IPL 2026 \u2013 Abhishek Sharma left fuming after Varun Chakravarthy\u2019s disputed catch denies SRH opener a blazing fifty against KKR<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n SRH wins their 2nd game against KKR in Eden garden with huge 65 runs margin \ud83d\udd25 \u2014 God of Shinobi \ud83c\uddee\ud83c\uddf3\ud83d\udea9 (@Shinobi_nokami1) April 2, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n DONE AND DUSTED! \u2705<\/p>\n \ud83c\udfa5 Jaydev Unadkat finishes in style and @SunRisers<\/a> have their \u270c\ufe0fpoints \ud83e\udde1<\/p>\n Scorecard \u25b6\ufe0f https:\/\/t.co\/iCMFpDudP7<\/a>#TATAIPL<\/a> | #KhelBindaas<\/a> | #KKRvSRH<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/54FBHNcWAz<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) April 2, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n A win by 65 runs. That’s huge. Especially with a bowling unit that’s considered the weakest among all teams. <\/p>\n Well done @SunRisers<\/a> \ud83d\udc4f#KKRvsSRH<\/a> #KKRvSRH<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Shashank (@Shashank97says) April 2, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n NITISH KUMAR REDDY REACTION AFTER TAKING WICKET OF RINKU SINGH #KKR<\/a> #SRH<\/a> #KKRvsSRH<\/a> #IshanKishan<\/a> #AbhishekSharma<\/a> #VarunChakravarthy<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/vIz7MP5V4K<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Somesh Jangra (@CelebrityGalax) April 2, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Actually SRH bowled really well after that 1st over nightmare Harsh dubey is the hero by removing Finn with excellent delivery and extraordinary catch#KKRvSRH<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Ser Duncan\ud83d\udc09 (@iamvamsi95) April 2, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n In a batting league\u2026 this kind of bowling wins matches \ud83d\udc4f\ud83d\udd25 #IPL<\/a>#KKRVSRH<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 EYEDOCTOR (@DrSiddhart14213) April 2, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Narine, Ramandeep, Rinku, Rahane all gave SRH some catching practice after some midfield by them. So welcoming my KKR is \u263a\ufe0f\u263a\ufe0f\u263a\ufe0f!! #KKRvsSRH<\/a> #KKRvSRH<\/a> #IPL<\/a> #KolkataKnightRiders<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 GAURESH MAHADIK (@Gaureshsm53) April 2, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n More than 8\ufe0f\u20e30\ufe0f\u20e3 runs inside the powerplay \ud83d\ude2f<\/p>\n \ud83c\udfa5 Glimpses of Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma\u2019s fiery partnership \ud83d\udd25#SRH<\/a> 84\/1 after 6\ufe0f\u20e3 overs<\/p>\n Updates \u25b6\ufe0f https:\/\/t.co\/iCMFpDudP7<\/a>#TATAIPL<\/a> | #KhelBindaas<\/a> | #KKRvSRH<\/a> | @SunRisers<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/kWyL3BNLT7<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) April 2, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Malinga has done and dusted for SRH #IPL2026<\/a> #KKRvSRH<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/WjcHS25wZu<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Akhand Talks Cricket (@AkhandSharma9) April 2, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n So we have beaten the worst team in the tournament. Beating KKR means literally nothing. They will finish last again.#KKRvSRH<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Dave (ARTETA OUT) (@AFC_Dev17) April 2, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Forget about our bowling which is the worst anyways looking at our batting we don’t have any depth here as well. Rinku, Ramandeep haven’t scored runs for so long. Anukul isn’t a reliable batter and we don’t have any finisher after retirement of Dre Russ.<\/p>\n \u2014 Prantik (@Pran__07) April 2, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote><\/div>\nExplosive batting sets up a massive total for SRH<\/strong><\/h2>\n
KKR\u2019s chase falters under pressure<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Here\u2019s how fans reacted:<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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This was an absolute clinical bowling performance by SRH bowlers not giving any chance for KKR batsmen to get back in game with regular wickets after their below avg bowling in first game \ud83d\udc4f#KKRvSRH<\/a><\/p>\n\n
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