Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:01pm on 04 May 2025,Sunday Sports
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) clinched a thrilling 1-run victory over Rajasthan Royals (RR) in a high-stakes IPL 2025 match at Eden Gardens. Batting first, KKR posted 206/4, thanks to Andre Russell’s explosive 57 off 25 balls. Chasing 207, RR came close with a heroic 95 from stand-in skipper Riyan Parag. Despite Shubham Dubey’s last-over heroics, RR fell short as a dramatic run-out on the final ball sealed KKR's win. The narrow escape keeps KKR's playoff hopes alive, while RR’s loss highlights missed opportunities. The match featured intense drama, with momentum swinging till the very end. (PC: BCCI)
