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Kolkata Knight Riders faced a disappointing IPL 2026 season, missing the playoffs for the second consecutive year. A winless start and injuries to key players like Matheesha Pathirana and Mustafizur Rahman significantly impacted the team. Despite a strong fightback, kkr could not overcome the early damage, finishing seventh. Youngsters Angkrish Raghuvanshi and Kartik Tyagi emerged as positives.

Rajasthan Royals hold the key to the IPL 2026 playoff race. A win secures their spot and eliminates contenders. A loss makes the Kolkata Knight Riders versus Delhi Capitals match a virtual knockout. kkr coach Abhishek Nayar emphasizes focus on performance. Delhi Capitals face a complex qualification path. The match is at Eden Gardens, a batting-friendly pitch.

Kolkata Knight Riders have brought in Luvnith Sisodia as a replacement for injured Matheesha Pathirana. The team faces significant injury concerns with key players managing ailments. kkr's final league match against Delhi Capitals is crucial for their playoff hopes. Results from other matches will determine their qualification path. The team's fate hangs in the balance.

With playoffs in sight, RR, PBKS, kkr, DC, and CSK are locked in a fierce battle for the remaining spot. RR need a win, while PBKS, kkr, DC, and CSK rely on a complex web of results and their own performances. Only mathematically alive, these teams are fighting for every advantage.

IPL 2026's league stage culminates in a thrilling finale with one playoff spot undecided. Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Gujarat Titans lead, while Sunrisers Hyderabad secure third. Rajasthan Royals, Kolkata Knight Riders, and Punjab Kings vie for the final berth. Super Sunday's matches will determine which two dreams end and one advances.

This edition of the IPL has produced many stunning twists — Punjab Kings’ dramatic meltdown, Rajasthan Royals’ blow-hot-blowcold campaign and Kolkata Knight Riders’ remarkable recovery after being on the brinkof exit, to name a few.

Delhi Capitals concluded their IPL 2026 campaign with a dominant 40-run victory over Kolkata Knight Riders. KL Rahul's blistering 60 set the tone for Delhi's imposing 203, while Kuldeep Yadav's crucial three-wicket haul dismantled kkr's chase. Despite a strong start from Ajinkya Rahane, kkr faltered, finishing their season with a loss.

Punjab Kings kept their IPL 2026 playoff hopes alive with a win over Lucknow Super Giants. They now need Rajasthan Royals to lose to Mumbai Indians and Kolkata Knight Riders to not secure a big win. Rajasthan Royals can qualify by beating Mumbai Indians. Delhi Capitals are out. Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Sunrisers Hyderabad, and Gujarat Titans have already qualified.

Rain halted the IPL 2026 match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Mumbai Indians with MI at 57/4 in eight overs. If the game is washed out, both teams will share one point, badly hurting kkr’s playoff hopes as they can then reach only 14 points. kkr had made a strong start with the ball before rain interrupted play at Eden Gardens.

Despite kkr's IPL 2026 exit, Ajinkya Rahane lauded his team's resilience after a tough start. He highlighted their fighting spirit, which kept playoff hopes alive. Rahane, who scored 63 in their final match, expressed pride in the squad's character and attitude throughout the challenging season, even without a playoff berth. He plans a quick return to Mumbai's local leagues.

Kolkata Knight Riders' assistant coach Shane Watson lauded spinner Varun Chakravarthy's immense bravery and dedication, revealing he's been playing through significant pain due to a reported hairline fracture. Despite discomfort, Chakravarthy's commitment has been crucial in kkr's playoff push, with Watson highlighting his continued effective bowling and desire to contribute to the team's success.

Tejasvi Singh Dahiya entered the IPL 2026 spotlight as a concussion substitute for Angkrish Raghuvanshi during a Kolkata Knight Riders match. The 23-year-old wicketkeeper-batter from Delhi was acquired by kkr for Rs 3 crore after a stellar Delhi Premier League campaign, marking a significant turnaround from being unsold in the previous auction.

The IPL 2026 playoff race intensifies with four teams vying for the final spot. Sunrisers Hyderabad secured a win but missed a top-two finish. Rajasthan Royals are frontrunners, needing a win against Mumbai Indians. Punjab Kings, Kolkata Knight Riders, and Delhi Capitals face uphill battles, requiring specific results and strong Net Run Rates to qualify.

Kolkata Knight Riders face an almost certain playoff exit against Mumbai Indians, who are already out of contention. Despite a strong recent run, kkr needs a win to keep faint hopes alive, while MI, with key players returning, aims to play spoilers. Both teams have a history of dominance in the tournament.

The IPL 2026 playoff race intensifies with Gujarat Titans securing a dominant win, virtually confirming their top-two spot. Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Sunrisers Hyderabad vie for the other top-two position. Rajasthan Royals are frontrunners for the final playoff berth, but Punjab Kings, Kolkata Knight Riders, and Delhi Capitals are still in contention, making the final league matches crucial deciders.

Saurabh Dubey’s selection as Kolkata Knight Riders’ injury replacement raised eyebrows after the left-arm pacer spent over two years out of competitive cricket. But kkr’s faith in the former net bowler is beginning to pay off. After impressive spells against Gujarat Titans and Mumbai Indians, including wickets of Rohit Sharma and Suryakumar Yadav, Dubey has emerged as one of the surprise stories of kkr’s season.

Delhi Capitals defeated Kolkata Knight Riders by 40 runs in a dead rubber match. Despite Ajinkya Rahane's half-century, kkr faltered, bowled out for 163 while chasing DC's 203. KL Rahul's quickfire fifty and Axar Patel's contribution set up DC's victory, with Kuldeep Yadav and Lungi Ngidi taking three wickets each.

The Kolkata Knight Riders pulled off a vital four-wicket victory against the Mumbai Indians, keeping their IPL playoff hopes very much alive. Chasing a modest 148, it was the sheer determination of Manish Pandey and Rovman Powell that guided them through a wobbly start and some dropped catches, ultimately sealing the crucial win.