US EditionChakravarthy Overcomes Surface Tension to End Kolkata's Losing Streak
Varun Chakaravarthy took 4/14 and Sunil Narine 2/26 as Kolkata Knight Riders ended Rajasthan Royals' 63/0 powerplay start.
- On Saturday at Eden Gardens, Kolkata Knight Riders bowlers Varun Chakaravarthy and Sunil Narine halted the Rajasthan Royals charge after an explosive start.
- Rajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag opted to bat first, with openers Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Yashasvi Jaiswal reaching 63/0 during the PowerPlay at Eden Gardens.
- Struggling against the Kolkata spin attack, the Royals lost three wickets for 99 runs before the innings progressed to 124/5, surrendering early dominance.
- While third-placed Rajasthan Royals aim to reach the top of the IPL standings, the Kolkata Knight Riders hope to rise out of the basement with this victory.
- Focusing on what they do well over the course of 240 balls remains the challenge for the Royals, as KKR's disciplined attack proved decisive at Eden Gardens.
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Chakravarthy overcomes surface tension to end Kolkata's losing streak
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The Economic TimesVarun Chakaravarthy completes 200 T20 wickets during KKR vs RR IPL 2026 match
Indian spinner Varun Chakaravarthy achieved a career milestone of 200 T20 wickets. He reached this mark during the IPL 2026 match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Rajasthan Royals. Chakaravarthy took three wickets in the game. Rajasthan Royals were restricted to 155/9. Kolkata Knight Riders need 156 runs to win.
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