In the ongoing IPL 2025 match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Kolkata Knight Riders posted a target of 175 runs. Here is all you need to know: (Pics: X)
Updated On: 2025-03-22 09:19 PM IST
Compiled by : Sujay Shivalkar
Having won the toss, Royal Challengers Bengaluru skipper Rajat Patidar elected to bowl first in the opening match of the IPL 2025 against Kolkata Knight Riders
Opening the innings, Quinton de Kock departed early on just four runs. His catch was first dropped by Suyash Sharma, but the South African didn't make the most out of the opportunity. On the very next ball, he edged the ball which landed in the hands of Jitesh Sharma
Explosive fellow opener, Sunil Narine delivered a knock of 44 runs in 26 balls, which saw him hit 5 fours and 3 sixes
Skipper and experienced batsman, Ajinkya Rahane showcased an aggressive intent. Facing just 31 deliveries, the right-hander garnered 56 runs which was laced with 6 fours and 4 sixes
Later, rising star Angkrish Raghuvanshi showcased his skills with the willow. He smashed 2 fours and 1 six in his knock of 30 runs which came in 22 balls. The hosts managed to put on a total of 174 runs for the loss of eight wickets after the completion of 20 overs
Spinner Krunal Pandya claimed three wickets in the IPL 2025 opening match against KKR. Completing his quota of four overs, Krunal conceded 29 runs. Along with him, Yash Dayal, Rasikh Salam and Suyash Sharma registered one wicket each to their names. Pacer Josh Hazlewood bagged two wickets and Liam Livingstone went wicketless in the IPL 2025 match against KKR