IPL 2025: KKR Crushes Rajasthan Royals by 8 Wickets – De Kock's Blazing Knock & Varun's Spin Magic
On May 3, 2025, in a crucial IPL 2025 match, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) defeated Rajasthan Royals (RR) convincingly by 8 wickets, strengthening their position on the points table. The match wasn’t just thrilling in terms of scores, but also featured some standout individual performances.
Match Summary
Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata
Toss: Rajasthan Royals opted to bat first
RR Score: 152/9 (20 overs)
KKR Score: 153/2 (17.3 overs)
Result: KKR won by 8 wickets
Rajasthan's Innings – A Slow Start and Sudden Collapse
RR had a lackluster start. Openers Yashasvi Jaiswal and Jos Buttler got out cheaply. Captain Sanju Samson tried to hold the innings in the middle, but none of the batters could withstand KKR’s spin attack.
Sanju Samson – 36 runs (29 balls)
Riyan Parag – 28 runs (22 balls)
KKR bowlers dominated, especially:
Varun Chakravarthy – 4 overs, 21 runs, 3 wickets
Moeen Ali – 3 overs, 18 runs, 2 wickets
KKR’s Chase – De Kock’s Explosive Knock
The target wasn’t very high, and KKR openers made it look even easier. Opener Quinton de Kock single-handedly dismantled the RR bowling attack.
Quinton de Kock – 97 runs (55 balls, 11 fours, 5 sixes)
Shreyas Iyer – 33* runs (25 balls)
RR’s bowling lacked bite, and they had no answer to de Kock’s onslaught.
Turning Point
Varun Chakravarthy’s 14th over, where he took two crucial wickets and slowed down RR’s scoring, proved to be the turning point of the match.
Pitch Report
Initially a bit difficult for batting, but the pitch flattened out as the game progressed.
Spinners received good assistance, especially during the middle overs.
Flop Show – RR’s Middle Order
RR’s middle order disappointed again. Experienced names like Dhruv Jurel, Shimron Hetmyer, and Ravichandran Ashwin failed to deliver under pressure.
Fan Reactions on Social Media
“Was that De Kock or a storm?”
“RR trapped in KKR’s spinning web!”
“Varun Chakravarthy = KKR’s Gabbar!”
“RR desperately needs a strong finisher!”
KKR’s Position on the Points Table
With this win, KKR has climbed into the Top 3 and looks strong in the race to the playoffs.
Upcoming Matches
KKR vs CSK – May 6, 2025
RR vs MI – May 7, 2025
Conclusion
KKR not only won this match but also proved they are one of the most balanced teams this season. RR, on the other hand, will need to work on their batting lineup and death bowling if they want to stay alive in the playoff race.
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