Kolkata Knight Riders secured a 29-run victory over Gujarat Titans in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 match at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. Skipper Shubman Gill’s 85 runs were not enough for Gujarat Titans as KKR halted their opponent’s five-match unbeaten streak. Finn Allen’s 93, Angkrish Raghuvanshi’s 82 not out, and Cameron Green’s 52 powered KKR to 247/2, with GT’s poor fielding aiding the hosts.
Jos Buttler contributed 57 runs, but quick dismissals of key batters left GT struggling. Despite Sai Sudharsan’s fighting 53 not out, GT fell short at 218/4 due to KKR’s disciplined bowling. GT’s chase started well, but GT eventually succumbed to KKR’s pressure, with Sunil Narine’s tight spell playing a crucial role.
Chasing a challenging 248, GT’s early momentum was disrupted by injuries and key wickets. Shubman Gill’s aggressive 85 off 49 balls and Buttler’s 57 were not enough as KKR’s bowlers tightened the screws. Despite a valiant effort by GT’s batsmen, KKR’s strong performance secured them a crucial win to keep their playoff hopes alive.
Cameron Green’s all-round performance, along with Finn Allen’s explosive batting, guided KKR to a dominant victory over GT. The match saw high-scoring innings, with KKR’s strong batting display overpowering GT’s efforts. KKR’s win moves them to the sixth spot in the IPL standings, just two points behind fourth-placed Punjab Kings.
