Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) registered a comprehensive 8-wicket victory over Gujarat Titans in the 60th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 at Eden Gardens. Chasing a modest target of 141, KKR reached 142 for 2 in just 16.3 overs, powered by a brilliant unbeaten 78 off 52 balls from their captain.
Gujarat Titans innings
Opting to bat first, Gujarat Titans managed only 140 for 8 in their allotted 20 overs. The top order struggled against disciplined KKR bowling, with only two batsmen crossing the 30-run mark. Shubman Gill top-scored with 41 off 34 balls, while David Miller contributed 32 off 27. The KKR bowlers were led by Varun Chakravarthy, who took 3 wickets for 22 runs in his 4 overs, and Andre Russell, who picked up 2 for 18.
KKR's chase
In reply, KKR openers got off to a steady start, adding 45 runs for the first wicket before Sunil Narine fell for 22. Captain Shreyas Iyer then took charge, smashing 8 fours and 3 sixes in his unbeaten 78. He was well supported by Venkatesh Iyer, who remained not out on 35 off 28 balls. The duo put on an unbroken 97-run partnership for the third wicket to seal the win with 21 balls to spare.
Key moments
- Varun Chakravarthy's triple strike in the middle overs derailed Gujarat's innings.
- Andre Russell's economical spell and two wickets kept the Titans in check.
- Shreyas Iyer's aggressive captain's knock ensured a smooth chase.
With this win, KKR strengthened their position in the playoff race, while Gujarat Titans face an uphill battle to qualify for the next stage.
