KKR kept playoff hopes alive by defeating Mumbai, got big advantage in points table

Delhi: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) kept themselves in the race for the playoffs by defeating Mumbai Indians (MI) by four wickets in an important match played at Eden Gardens on Wednesday. After this victory, the confidence of Kolkata team has also increased and their position in the points table has also strengthened.

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Mumbai’s innings was a struggle

Mumbai Indians, who came to bat first after losing the toss, did not have the start as expected. The team kept losing wickets at regular intervals, due to which a big score could not be made. In the stipulated 20 overs, Mumbai scored 147 runs at the loss of eight wickets. Kolkata bowlers bowled tightly throughout the match and did not give the batsmen a chance to play freely.

Kolkata achieved the target cautiously

Kolkata Knight Riders team, which came to chase the target of 148 runs, started well, but due to the early fall of some wickets in the middle overs, the match became a bit exciting. However, the lower order batsmen took up the responsibility and took the team to victory after losing six wickets in 18.5 overs. The morale of the team has been greatly boosted by this victory in front of the home crowd.

Big advantage in points table

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With this important win, Kolkata Knight Riders has reached sixth place in the points table. The team now has 13 points and the net run rate has also improved to +0.011. Now Kolkata’s next and last league match will be against Delhi Capitals (DC), which may prove to be do or die for them.

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