Kolkata Knight Riders secured their first win of the season against Rajasthan Royals. Prior to this, they suffered a loss to Royal Challengers Bangalore. Rajasthan Royals, on the other hand, are still waiting for their first win. Kolkata Knight Riders were given a target of 152 runs, which they achieved in 17.3 overs, losing just 2 wickets.
The Knight Riders’ victory has shuffled the points table. Sunrisers Hyderabad, led by Pat Cummins, remains at the top with 2 points. Royal Challengers Bangalore follows closely in second place, while Punjab Kings occupies the third spot. Chennai Super Kings is fourth, and Delhi Capitals, under the captaincy of Axar Patel, is fifth. With their win over Rajasthan Royals, Kolkata Knight Riders moves up to sixth place. However, several teams are tied with 2 points, and their positions are determined by their net run rate.
Kolkata Knight Riders defeated Rajasthan Royals by 8 wickets. Rajasthan Royals, batting first, scored 151 runs in 20 overs, losing 9 wickets. In response, Kolkata Knight Riders reached the target in 17.3 overs, losing 2 wickets. Quinton de Kock was the top scorer for Kolkata Knight Riders, with 97 runs off 61 balls.
Points Table Update
The current standings are as follows:
- Sunrisers Hyderabad – 2 points
- Royal Challengers Bangalore – 2 points
- Punjab Kings – 2 points
- Chennai Super Kings – 2 points
- Delhi Capitals – 2 points
- Kolkata Knight Riders – 2 points
Several teams, including Lucknow Super Giants, Mumbai Indians, Gujarat Titans, and Rajasthan Royals, are still seeking their first win of the season.