Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) captain Ajinkya Rahane expressed disappointment over their narrow three-wicket defeat against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in the Indian Premier League 2026 at Eden Gardens. Despite posting a competitive 181/4, with notable contributions from Rahane, Angkrish Raghuvanshi, and Rovman Powell, KKR couldn’t defend the total.
Lucknow Super Giants successfully chased down the target, led by Mukul Chaudhary’s unbeaten 54 off 27 balls. Rahane commended Chaudhary’s match-winning performance and acknowledged the challenging nature of the game. He highlighted the impact of Chaudhary’s aggressive batting style in turning the match in LSG’s favor.
Reflecting on the match, Rahane credited LSG for their fearless approach in the final overs, emphasizing the difficulty of defending the total on the given pitch conditions. Despite the loss, Rahane remained optimistic about his team’s performance, recognizing the fine margins that determined the outcome.
Ahead, KKR will face Chennai Super Kings (CSK) on April 14, seeking their first victory of the season.
