Kolkata Knight Riders have been eradicated from the race to the playoffs of the continuing version of the Indian Premier League after their match in opposition to Royal Challengers Bengaluru was deserted with no ball being bowled on Saturday, Could 17. This end result meant the defending champions turned the fourth aspect to get eradicated from the playoffs after Chennai Tremendous Kings, Sunrisers Hyderabad, and Rajasthan Royals.
With this end result, KKR have been left at 12 factors after 13 video games performed. Previous to the recently-concluded fixture, KKR had one other recreation (vs Punjab Kings at residence) of which solely 21 overs may very well be performed earlier than the match needed to be known as off as a result of inclement climate. The Ajinkya Rahane-led aspect have had a season to neglect. They’ve didn’t be medical sufficient in each division constantly.
Talking of the place KKR misplaced the plot in IPL 2025, there might be a number of facets the place they under-delivered this season. A scarcity of an skilled abroad pacer was clearly noticeable. The batting lineup failed to fireside throughout when the crew actually wanted them to show up. Quite a lot of shuffling within the positions of the batters by no means actually made anybody turn into a grasp at their commerce. A few video games that have been of their court docket have been squandered.
KKR’s remaining league recreation will probably be in opposition to SRH on the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Sunday, Could 25. They’d be aiming to complete issues off on a excessive. The change in backroom workers in addition to captaincy, didn’t appear to pay dividends this time round. There have been a number of elements KKR might have capitalised on. This might’ve had a totally completely different impact on the ultimate consequence.
As for RCB, they nonetheless haven’t assured their place within the playoffs. Nevertheless, they are going to be by means of if both of PBKS or DC lose their respective video games on Sunday, Could 18. With the sport being known as off as a result of persistent showers, RCB occupy the primary place with 17 factors within the financial institution.
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