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Rinku Singh's Heroics Lead Kolkata Knight Riders to Super Over Victory Against Lucknow Super Giants
IPL 2026: Rinku Singh's one over changed everything: Irfan Pathan on Rinku, Sunil Narine's bravado in KKR win
The Economic Times
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In a thrilling IPL 2026 match, Kolkata Knight Riders triumphed over Lucknow Super Giants in a Super Over, thanks to Rinku Singh's explosive batting and Sunil Narine's exceptional bowling. Singh's unbeaten 83 runs and a pivotal over where he scored 26 runs shifted the game's momentum, highlighting his impact on the match.
- 01Rinku Singh scored an unbeaten 83 runs and made history by taking four catches in the same match.
- 02KKR's victory came after a Super Over, where Sunil Narine's bowling proved crucial.
- 03Irfan Pathan emphasized the challenging batting conditions in Lucknow, affecting both teams' performances.
- 04Deep Dasgupta criticized Lucknow's decision-making in the Super Over, particularly the choice to send Nicholas Pooran to bat.
- 05Lucknow's recent losses could impact their chances of making the playoffs if they do not address their batting order.
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In an exhilarating IPL 2026 encounter, the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) edged out the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in a Super Over after both teams scored 155 runs in regulation time. Rinku Singh was the star for KKR, scoring an impressive 83 runs off 51 balls and making history by becoming the first player to score over 80 runs and take four catches in a single IPL match. His pivotal over, where he scored 26 runs, shifted the momentum in favor of KKR, allowing them to stay competitive despite some setbacks. Sunil Narine's performance in the Super Over, particularly his dismissal of Nicholas Pooran, showcased his composure under pressure, a trait that has defined his career. Meanwhile, former cricketer Deep Dasgupta raised concerns about LSG's strategy, particularly their decision to send Pooran instead of leading run-scorer Mitchell Marsh in the Super Over. With two consecutive losses, LSG must reassess their batting order to maintain their playoff hopes.
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This match's outcome could influence KKR's momentum in the tournament, while LSG needs to address their batting order to avoid further losses.
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