Indian Premier League (IPL) in an important match of 2026, Gujarat Titans fast bowler of Kagiso Rabada in match 25 Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) Gave the initial blow to. With KKR looking for their first win this season, Rabada’s accuracy and pace added to their woes as he dismissed two crucial batsmen inside the powerplay.
The South African fast bowler achieved the breakthrough twice in quick succession, with the in-form Angkrish Raghuvanshi A brilliant ball was involved to dismiss KKR, which dealt a blow early in the KKR innings.
Kagiso Rabada dismissed Angkrish Raghuvanshi with a brilliant ball.
The breakthrough came on the last ball of the second over, and was an excellent example of fast bowling. Rabada bowled a back-of-a-length ball outside the off stump which ended up turning outside off, prompting Raghuvanshi to take a hesitant flirt. The light pace was enough to take the outside edge, and the wicketkeeper jos buttler Caught it behind the stumps without any mistake. This wicket was a crucial moment in the game, as Gujarat Titans dismissed one of KKR’s most promising batsmen early.
This wicket not only showcases Rabada’s prowess, but it also sets the tone for an impressive powerplay spell by the Titans’ bowling unit.
Second blow: Tim Seifert out cheaply
Rabada’s work was not finished yet. Just two overs later, he achieved success again—this time on the final ball of the fourth over. Tim Seifert Was out. Rabada bowled a short and wide ball outside the off stump, tempting Seifert to play an aggressive cut shot. However, the batsman failed to keep it down, and it went straight to point. Glenn Phillips, who was standing inside the circle, completed a simple catch without moving.
With this wicket, KKR lost three wickets inside the powerplay, which quickly put their innings in trouble. The pressure increased further as power-hitter Rovman Powell had to take the field earlier than expected.
KKR’s troubles continue, important match to win
The match was a crucial one for Kolkata Knight Riders, who were entering the competition without a win so far. However, Rabada’s pace bowling added to their problems, exposing the weaknesses of their top order.
Losing two in-form batsmen early on disrupted KKR’s momentum and they faced a tough challenge to rebuild their innings. Gujarat Titans, on the other hand, took advantage of early successes brilliantly, tightening their grip on the game.
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