In a match that careened towards a conclusion with a frantic intensity, the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) ultimately prevailed over the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in a gripping super over. The contest, decided at the BRSABV Ekana Stadium on Sunday, April 26, 2026, saw both sides finish level on 155 runs after their allotted twenty overs.
The decisive moment arrived in the super over, where KKR's Sunil Narine demonstrated remarkable composure, conceding a mere one run while claiming two wickets. This set up an achievable target for his side. Rinku Singh then delivered the final blow, smashing a boundary off the first ball of KKR's super over response to secure the win.
Narine's Super Over Masterclass
Tasked with defending a minimal total, Sunil Narine dismantled LSG's super over attempt with ruthless efficiency. He first dismissed Nicholas Pooran on the opening delivery with a delivery that rattled his stumps. Later, Aiden Markram also fell victim to Narine, leaving LSG with a negligible score.
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Rinku Singh's Late Flourish and Super Over Seal
The dramatic conclusion was set in motion during regulation play. LSG's chase saw them achieve parity on the final ball, courtesy of a towering six from Mohammed Shami. This tie was a consequence of a batting collapse from LSG, mirroring a similar struggle for KKR earlier in the match. Rinku Singh was instrumental in KKR reaching their total of 155/7, remaining unbeaten on a crucial 83 runs off 51 balls. His innings, punctuated by seven fours and five sixes, provided the backbone for KKR's score after they were precariously placed at 93/7 in the 15th over. Singh's late surge in the final overs, where his team amassed 43 runs, proved vital.
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Match Narrative
The encounter between LSG and KKR was characterized by fluctuating fortunes. KKR, after posting 155/7, saw LSG mirror their batting instability in pursuit of 156. The match went down to the wire, necessitating the super over. This victory marks KKR's second consecutive win, while LSG has now suffered their fifth straight defeat in the Indian Premier League 2026 season.
Squads Involved
Kolkata Knight Riders: Ajinkya Rahane (c), Tim Seifert (wk), Cameron Green, Angkrish Raghuvanshi, Rovman Powell, Rinku Singh, Sunil Narine, Ramandeep Singh, Anukul Roy, Vaibhav Arora, Kartik Tyagi.
Lucknow Super Giants: Aiden Markram, Mitchell Marsh, Rishabh Pant (wk/c), Nicholas Pooran, Ayush Badoni, Mukul Choudhary, George Linde, Mohammed Shami, Prince Yadav, Digvesh Singh Rathi, Mohsin Khan.
