Date: April 6, 2025
Match: 21st Match, Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025
Venue: Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati
Result: Kolkata Knight Riders won by 8 wickets
Match Summary:
In an electrifying clash at the Barsapara Stadium in Guwahati, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) secured a dominant 8-wicket victory over Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in the 21st match of IPL 2025. This marked KKR’s first-ever win against LSG in IPL history, breaking their winless streak in style.
Toss & Conditions:
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Toss: Kolkata Knight Riders won the toss and elected to field first.
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Weather: Clear skies and ideal playing conditions.
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Pitch Report: A flat surface with good bounce, favoring batters but offering some grip for spinners.
Lucknow Super Giants Innings: 161/7 (20 Overs)
| Batsman | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nicholas Pooran | 45 | 32 | 2 | 3 |
| KL Rahul (C) | 39 | 27 | 4 | 2 |
| Marcus Stoinis | 28 | 22 | 3 | 1 |
Extras: 10
Total: 161/7 in 20 overs
Top KKR Bowlers:
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Mitchell Starc: 4-0-28-3
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Sunil Narine: 4-0-26-1
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Andre Russell: 4-0-30-1
Kolkata Knight Riders Innings: 162/2 (15.4 Overs)
| Batsman | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phil Salt (wk) | 89* | 47 | 14 | 3 |
| Shreyas Iyer (C) | 38* | 25 | 5 | 1 |
| Sunil Narine | 6 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
Extras: 10
Total: 162/2 in 15.4 overs
Top LSG Bowlers:
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Ravi Bishnoi: 4-0-27-1
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Mohsin Khan: 2-0-18-1
⭐ Player of the Match:
Phil Salt (KKR) – 89* off 47 balls
📊 Key Highlights:
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KKR chased down the 162-run target in just 15.4 overs.
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Phil Salt’s unbeaten 89 was a masterclass in aggressive batting.
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Mitchell Starc bounced back in style with a brilliant 3-wicket haul.
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This was KKR’s first-ever win over LSG in IPL history.
🏆 Points Table Impact:
With this win, KKR climbed up the points table and improved their Net Run Rate (NRR), strengthening their chances for playoff qualification. LSG, on the other hand, will need to reassess their bowling strategy going forward.
🗣️ Captain’s Speak:
Shreyas Iyer (KKR):
“We’ve been working hard and this win feels special, especially since it’s our first against LSG. Salt was phenomenal, and the bowlers set it up beautifully.”
KL Rahul (LSG):
“We were 15-20 runs short. Pooran gave us momentum, but credit to KKR – they were exceptional today.”
📰 What’s Next?
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Kolkata Knight Riders will next face Rajasthan Royals at Eden Gardens.
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Lucknow Super Giants take on Chennai Super Kings at home in their upcoming match.
Stay tuned for more IPL 2025 updates, live scores, and match previews.
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