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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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 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.

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.

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.

Ahead of a crucial IPL 2026 clash, Rohit Sharma lightened the mood with a hilarious impression of kkr coach Abhishek Nayar during Mumbai Indians' training. While Rohit's antics brought laughter, Kolkata Knight Riders face immense pressure to win against MI to keep their playoff hopes alive, despite a recent resurgence.

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.

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.

Kolkata Knight Riders defeated Mumbai Indians by four wickets in a rain-affected IPL 2026 clash to keep their playoff hopes alive. MI managed only 147/8 after another poor batting display. Manish Pandey scored 45 and Rovman Powell made 40 as kkr chased down the target in 18.5 overs, with Rinku Singh hitting the winning runs.

Ajinkya Rahane praised Sunil Narine, Varun Chakaravarthy and Manish Pandey after Kolkata Knight Riders beat Mumbai Indians by four wickets to stay alive in the IPL 2026 playoff race. Rahane highlighted Manish’s attitude despite limited opportunities and credited kkr’s recent success to staying focused “one game at a time”.

The IPL playoff race intensifies with three spots taken. Rajasthan Royals are in pole position for the final berth, needing just one win. Punjab Kings, Chennai Super Kings, Delhi Capitals, and Kolkata Knight Riders face tougher paths, requiring victories and favourable results from other matches to advance. Net run rate could prove crucial for several contenders.

Kolkata Knight Riders' Ajinkya Rahane won the toss and chose to bowl against Delhi Capitals. kkr's playoff hopes hinge on the Mumbai Indians vs Rajasthan Royals match. A Rajasthan win eliminates kkr, while a Mumbai victory turns this game into a virtual knockout, requiring a significant win for Kolkata.

The race for the final IPL playoff spot intensifies with five teams vying for one berth. Rajasthan Royals are best positioned, needing just one win, while Punjab Kings control their destiny. Kolkata Knight Riders, Delhi Capitals, and Chennai Super Kings require victories and favorable results elsewhere. Every remaining match significantly impacts the playoff picture.

Kolkata Knight Riders cling to playoff hopes despite an inconsistent IPL 2026 season, with Varun Chakaravarthy's fitness a key concern. Meanwhile, Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya is expected to return from injury, aiming to regain form in a match significant for his personal performance.

Kolkata Knight Riders secured a crucial win against Mumbai Indians, but their victory was overshadowed by a worrying injury to star batter Angkrish Raghuvanshi. Colliding with a teammate while attempting a catch, Raghuvanshi suffered neck pain, dizziness, and headaches, forcing him out of the match. The franchise is concerned about the impact on their playoff push.

Finn Allen's explosive batting continued as he smashed 10 sixes against Gujarat Titans, marking his second IPL innings with such a feat. The kkr opener narrowly missed a century with a blistering 93 off 35 balls, a new kkr record against GT. His aggressive play offers a significant boost to the defending champions' playoff hopes.

Gujarat Titans, on a five-match winning streak, face a struggling Kolkata Knight Riders side in IPL 2026. GT aims to solidify their top-two position, while kkr needs a win and other results to keep playoff hopes alive. The Eden Gardens pitch is expected to favor batsmen.