Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) outplayed Rajasthan Royals (RR) by 8 wickets in the 6th match of IPL 2025. Under Ajinkya Rahane's captaincy, KKR chased down the 152-run target in just 17.3 overs. Opener Quinton de Kock played a match-winning knock, scoring an unbeaten 97 runs and single-handedly dismantling Rajasthan's bowling attack.
Bowlers Set the Stage, De Kock Seals the Deal
KKR's bowlers restricted Rajasthan to 151/9 with Vaibhav Arora, Harshit Rana, Moeen Ali, and Varun Chakravarthy each grabbing 2 wickets. In the run chase, Quinton de Kock smashed 8 fours and 6 sixes in his 61-ball unbeaten 97, ensuring a comfortable win for his team.
Perfect Decision at the Toss
Winning the toss and opting to bowl first proved to be a masterstroke for KKR. Rajasthan, led by Riyan Parag, struggled to score freely and could only manage 151/9 in 20 overs. This marked their second loss of the season, raising questions about their strategy and leadership.
KKR's Chase — A One-Sided Show
KKR’s run chase started cautiously, but De Kock's explosive batting left no room for a comeback for Rajasthan. Moeen Ali and De Kock added 40 runs for the first wicket. Despite losing Ajinkya Rahane (18 runs) at 70, De Kock and Angkrish Raghuvanshi's unbeaten 83-run partnership sealed the victory.
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