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Ajinkya Rahane: Physios cleared Varun Chakaravarthy to play despite fractured toe, said injury wouldn’t worsen

Kolkata Knight Riders captain Ajinkya Rahane revealed that spinner Varun Chakaravarthy played despite a fractured toe after receiving medical clearance. Rahane said KKR consulted BCCI and Indian team physios, who determined the injury would not worsen. Chakaravarthy's decision to continue playing despite pain highlighted his commitment to the team.

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IPL 2026: Delhi Capitals beat Kolkata Knight Riders by 40 runs

Delhi Capitals (DC) defeated Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in a high-scoring IPL 2026 clash at Eden Gardens on Sunday, as disciplined bowling and key breakthroughs at crucial moments helped them defend a target of 204 and finish their league-stage campaign on a winning note.

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Green's best IPL bowling of season fires Kolkata charge

Australian allrounder Cameron Green is increasingly making important contributions for resurgent Kolkata, who are still in the fight for an IPL play-off place.

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KKR playoffs: Can Kolkata still qualify if they lose against eliminated MI? Check possible scenarios for SRK's team

Kolkata Knight Riders face a must-win situation against Mumbai Indians, with their playoff hopes hanging by a thread. A loss will eliminate them, while even a victory depends on other results. Five teams are currently vying for the final playoff spot.

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IPL 2026: KKR face must-win test; MI out to spoil party

Kolkata Knight Riders must win their crucial IPL match against Mumbai Indians on Wednesday. A defeat will end their playoff chances for the second consecutive season. Even a win might not be enough as their fate depends on other results. Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Gujarat Titans, and Sunrisers Hyderabad…

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KKR vs GT IPL 2026 Playing XI: Check match prediction, head-to-head record and key stats

GT vs KKR Playing 11: Kolkata Knight Riders meet Gujarat Titans in a vital IPL 2026 game. KKR needs a victory to keep playoff hopes alive. Gujarat Titans are aiming to confirm their playoff berth. This match is crucial for both teams' tournament progression. The game takes place at Eden…

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IPL 2026: Can inconsistent KKR pull off a miracle to stay alive against GT?

IPL 2026: Kolkata Knight Riders host Gujarat Titans in a must-win IPL encounter. KKR, battling inconsistency, aim to revive their campaign at home. Gujarat Titans, on a winning streak, are chasing a top-two finish. Key players like Varun Chakravarthy's potential return for KKR and Sai Sudharsan's form for GT will…

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Three IPL captains likely to lose leadership roles after disastrous campaigns

Disastrous IPL campaigns are putting three captains in the hot seat, with sources indicating potential job losses at season's end. Axar Patel, Ajinkya Rahane, and Rishabh Pant have struggled to lead their teams to playoff contention for two consecutive seasons. Will leadership changes be on the horizon for these franchises?

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Green suffers IPL nightmare with bat and ball

Cameron Green has suffered another challenging outing in the Indian Premier League as he struggles to live up to his tag as the most expensive overseas player.

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Flat IPL launch for Australia's $4 million Knight Rider

Australian Test allrounder Cameron Green, the most expensive international signing in IPL annals, had a disappointing first outing for Kolkata in Mumbai.

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India Faces Backlash Over Axar Patel Omission in T20 World Cup 2026 Loss to South Africa

Criticism continues to mount over India’s decision to bench vice-captain Axar Patel for the T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8 clash against the South Africa national cricket team at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday.

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IPL 2025: Kolkata Knight Riders hit their stride in win over Sunrisers Hyderabad

KOLKATA: Everything went right for the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on Thursday night as they returned to their winning ways. To top it all, skipper Ajinkya Rahane even came away happy with the Eden Gardens pitch for the first time this season!

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KKR vs SRH, IPL 2025: Venkatesh Iyer’s love affair with Sunrisers Hyderabad continues, joins an elite list with third consecutive fifty

NEW DELHI: Kolkata Knight Riders’ (KKR) batting all-rounder Venkatesh Iyer once again proved to be Sunrisers Hyderabad’s (SRH) nemesis, smashing his third consecutive half-century against them in the IPL. The left-hander’s 60 off just 29 balls at Eden Gardens on Thursday helped KKR post a competitive 200/6 in their IPL…

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'At home, you should get what you want': KKR captain Ajinkya Rahane amid Eden Gardens pitch controversy

NEW DELHI: When asked about the Eden Gardens pitch after the toss, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) skipper Ajinkya Rahane replied that the home team should get what they want. The question is routine one after a toss, but with the controversy surrounding Eden pitch in recent days made it a…

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IPL 2025: Ashwani's night, KKR's nightmare

MUMBAI: So nervous was Ashwani Kumar before making his IPL debut for the Mumbai Indians against the Kolkata Knight Riders on Monday night that he couldn’t even have his lunch, preferring to just have a banana instead.

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Johnson out of luck as Indians open account against KKR

Mumbai Indians have won their first match of the Indian Premier League season with a comfortable win over KKR despite a sharp opening spell by Spencer Johnson.

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IPL 2025 | 'Mumbai Indians haven't been performing at that level': KKR's head coach

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) head coach Chandrakant Pandit expressed confidence ahead of their upcoming IPL 2025 clash against Mumbai Indians (MI) at the Wankhede Stadium on Monday. KKR will enter the contest on the back of a dominant eight-wicket win over Rajasthan Royals in Guwahati, while Mumbai Indians are still…

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'Nothing new with curator not listening to home captain': Former Bengal cricketer sparks debate over Eden Gardens pitch controversy

NEW DELHI: Former Bengal cricketer Shreevats Goswami has added fuel to the ongoing debate surrounding Eden Gardens pitch curator Sujan Mukherjee and Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR).

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Simon Doull suggests moving the KKR franchise from Eden Gardens

NEW DELHI: After losing their opening game to Royal Challengers Bengaluru, the defending champions finally gained momentum in their Indian Premier League title defense by defeating Rajasthan Royals by eight wickets at Guwahati’s ACA Stadium. While Kolkata Knight Riders skipper Ajinkya Rahane was denied favourable conditions at their home ground…

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IPL 2025: Super De Kock dazzles as Kolkata Knight Riders thrash Rajasthan Royals

NEW DELHI: Kolkata Knight Riders had a disappointing start to their IPL 2025 campaign against Royal Challengers Bengaluru on March 22 at Eden Gardens, but they bounced back in style on Wednesday. The defending champions put up a commanding performance to register their first win of the season, securing two…

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Krunal Pandya's triple strike turns the tide as RCB crush KKR by 7 wickets in IPL opener

NEW DELHI: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) started their IPL 2025 campaign with a bang, securing a convincing seven-wicket win over defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the iconic Eden Gardens on Saturday. Led by new skipper Rajat Patidar, RCB showcased their dominance with both bat and ball to kick…

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IPL 2025 Live Updates: KKR sets challenging target for RCB

Breaking news coming in from Kolkata where KKR has set a challenging target of 175 runs for RCB. Read further on Dynamite News:

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How KKR and RCB stack up for IPL 2025 opener

The defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders host Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the opening match of the 2025 Indian Premier League season on Saturday at the Eden Gardens.

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IPL 2025, KKR vs RCB: New leaders, fresh start

KOLKATA: Rajat Patidar will be happy to be back at the Eden Gardens. It was here, back in 2022, that Patidar’s cricketing career changed overnight. In a squad having players like Faf du Plessis, Virat Kohli and Glenn Maxwell, it was Patidar who stood tall that night against Lucknow Super…

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IPL 2025 live stream: How to watch Kolkata Knight Riders vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Indian Premier League

How to watch the IPL 2025 opening match as defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders get the 18th IPL season underway — includes live streams from anywhere in the world.

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