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IPL 2025: Have to go out & express ourselves, says Moeen Ali on KKR's batting approach
Kolkata, April 26: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) all-rounder Moeen Ali has called for a more expressive batting approach ahead of their crucial rematch against Punjab Kings in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 on Saturday at the Eden Gardens here on Saturday.
IPL 2025: PBKS spin coach Joshi acknowledges Shreyas Iyer's improvement against pace
Kolkata, April 25: Ahead of their key encounter with Kolkata Knight Riders, Punjab Kings' spin-bowling coach, Sunil Joshi, has praised captain Shreyas Iyer for his improvement against pace bowling this season. Addressing the media ahead of the match which will see Shreyas Iyer for the first time visit Eden Gardens after he led them to the IPL 2024 title and then was not retained, Joshi also shared his insights on players’ forms and team strategy.
IPL 2025: Iyer's move to PBKS is a gamechanger, says RP Singh
New Delhi, April 25: Come Saturday, and Shreyas Iyer will be stepping on the Eden Gardens turf as the skipper of Punjab Kings, aiming to get his team two crucial points against a misfiring Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), the side he led them to IPL 2024 title.
IPL 2025: Shreyas Iyer returns to Eden Gardens to take on old friends in KKR
Kolkata, April 25: The iconic Eden Gardens is set to witness an emotionally charged clash on Saturday as defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) host high-flying Punjab Kings (PBKS) in Match 44 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025. The game, already carrying significant playoff implications, will have an added layer of drama as Shreyas Iyer returns to the city he once called home, now wearing the colours of the opposition.
WBSSC recruitment case: Job losers shift spot of agitation, announces future course of protests
Kolkata, April 25: Teaching staff who lost their jobs after the Supreme Court's order in connection with the West Bengal School Service Commission (WBSSC) recruitment case on Friday announced that they will shift the venue of their protest to Y-channel, a popular agitation spot at Esplanade.
Since childhood, I have kept my preparation...: PBKS' Wadhera on batting position
Kolkata, April 24: As his team prepares to play Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), the defending champions on Saturday at Kolkata, Punjab Kings (PBKS) batter Nehal Wadhera spoke on his preparation for batting in the middle-order for his francfhise this time around, saying that since childhood, he has prepared himself to play in every situation.
I'm an MBSG supporter first, then a player: Dippendu Biswas
Kolkata, April 23: A team's success run often hinges on the depth of its bench and that's exactly what set Mohun Bagan Super Giant (MBSG) apart in the 2024-25 Indian Super League (ISL).
IPL 2025: Bit surprised RR didn't retain Buttler, KKR haven't utilised their resources, says Kumble
New Delhi, April 23: One can safely say that Rajasthan Royals (RR) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) are in the same boat, as far as IPL 2025 points table and playoffs scenarios are concerned. KKR, the defending champions, are at seventh place with six points, while RR, the inaugural edition winners, are a position below them with four points.
Rayudu hails Sai Sudharsan's classical batting approach in IPL 2025
Kolkata, April 22: Former India cricketer and JioStar expert Ambati Rayudu has heaped praise on Gujarat Titans' (GT) batter Sai Sudharsan for his composed and classical batting performances in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) season. The young left-hander has impressed fans and experts alike with his traditional approach, becoming one of the standout performers of the tournament.
Eoin Morgan applauds Prasidh Krishna's impactful spell as GT cruise past KKR
Kolkata, April 22: Gujarat Titans' (GT) seamer Prasidh Krishna continues to impress in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) season, earning high praise from former England skipper Eoin Morgan for his rhythm, pace, and control--particularly in the crucial middle overs.
Shubman Gill's masterclass at Eden draws praise from Rayudu as GT extend winning streak
Kolkata, April 22: On a challenging Eden Gardens pitch that offered little to stroke-makers, Gujarat Titans (GT) skipper Shubman Gill produced a batting masterclass to guide his side to a convincing 39-run win over Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL). Gill's elegant 90 off 55 deliveries, studded with 10 boundaries and 3 sixes, helped GT post a formidable total that proved beyond KKR's reach.
IPL 2025: Pujara calls out unclear communication and bowling failure in KKR's defeat
New Delhi, April 22: India Test batter Cheteshwar Pujara has weighed in on Kolkata Knight Riders’ alarming batting approach in their 39-run loss to Gujarat Titans, questioning not just Venkatesh Iyer’s lack of intent but also the team’s planning and communication from the dugout.
IPL 2025: KKR weren't playing to win, never even attempted to dominate, says Finch
New Delhi, April 22: Former Australia captain Aaron Finch criticised Kolkata Knight Riders' lack of urgency in their 39-run defeat to Gujarat Titans, calling it a case of tactical misjudgement and timid batting.
IPL 2025: Rayudu lauds GT captain Gill's incredible 90 against KKR
New Delhi, April 22: Former India batter Ambati Rayudu lauded Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill's 90-run knock against Kolkata Knights Riders at Eden Gardens on Monday. Rayudu termed it "incredible batting" by the opening batter who hammered 10 fours and three sixes in his 55-ball stay and guided them to 198/3.
He [Shubman] is a wonderful player of spin: Sai Kishore praises GT skipper
New Delhi April 22: Gujarat Titans (GT) spinner Sai Kishore described GT skipper Shubman Gill as a wonderful player of the spin following his half century against Kolkata Knight Riders in Indian Premium League (IPL) on Monday evening at Eden Gardens.
We didn't score enough runs: KKR mentor Dwayne Bravo on their defeat against GT
New Delhi April 22: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) mentor Dwayne Bravo praised his bowlers for restricting Gujarat Titans (GT) under 200 runs and giving them a chance to win in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) on Monday.
I wanted to go slow through air and get top-edge: Sai Kishore reflects on his plan against KKR
New Delhi April 22: Gujarat Titans (GT) spinner Sai Kishore spoke about the Eden Gardens pitch in the match against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) on Monday.
Woman's body with sealed lips found in dumped trolley bag in Kolkata
Kolkata, April 22: The body of a woman with sealed lips was recovered from a trolley bag dumped at the roadside at Baguihati in the northern outskirts of Kolkata on Tuesday.
Didn't get the start we wanted and faltered in the end', Bravo admits after KKR's loss to GT
Kolkata, April 22: After Kolkata Knight Riders suffered their fifth loss of the IPL 2026, mentor Dwayne Bravo admitted that the defending champions didn't get the start they wanted in their chase and also faultered on the end to slump to 39-run loss against Gujarat Titans.
IPL 2025: Talk was on how to score runs in these conditions and take the game deep, says Gill
Kolkata, April 22: After leading Gujarat Titans' (GT) to a clinical 39-run win over Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) through an excellent 55-ball 90, skipper Shubman Gill said his chat with opening partner B Sai Sudharsan was just about finding ways to score runs in challenging conditions and aiming to take the game deep.
IPL 2025: All-round GT maintain pole position with 39-run win over KKR
Kolkata, April 21: Gujarat Titans (GT) got rewarded for sticking to their calm, low-risk approach with the bat by registering a 39-run win over Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the Eden Gardens on Monday. On a slow pitch, GT posted a competitive 198/3 and then restricted an out of sorts KKR to 159/8 and maintain their pole position in the points table.
IPL 2025: Bowlers set up GT's 39-run win over KKR after top three batters make big runs
Kolkata, April 21: Prasidh Krishna and Rashid Khan picked two wickets each in a disciplined bowling performance to set up Gujarat Titans' 39-run win over Kolkata Knight Riders at the Eden Gardens on Monday. The clinical victory also means that GT maintain their top ranking in the points table.
Good teams close the game very well: GT skipper Gill after win over KKR
Kolkata, April 21: Following his side's win over Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), Gujarat Titans (GT) skipper Shubman Gill expressed his and opening partner Sai Sudharsan's approach to the game and felt that the team could have got around 10 runs more while batting.
Teachers protest outside the SSC office in Kolkata against Mamata Banerjee government
Kolkata, April 21: Teachers recruited through the School Service Commission (SSC) staged a 'dharna' outside the SSC office in Kolkata on Monday.
IPL 2025: Shubman Gill top-scores with 90 as GT post 198/3 against KKR
Kolkata, April 21: Captain Shubman Gill top-scored with an excellent 55-ball 90 as Gujarat Titans posted a competitive 198/3 in their 20 overs against Kolkata Knight Riders at the Eden Gardens on Monday.
IPL 2025: Gurbaz and Moeen come in as KKR elect to bowl first against table-toppers GT
Kolkata, April 21: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have brought in Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Moeen Ali, as captain Ajinkya Rahane won the toss and elected to bowl first against table-toppers Gujarat Titans (GT) in match 39 of IPL 2025 at the Eden Gardens on Monday.
Bengal Guv hospitalised after docs discover cardiac blockage; CM Banerjee visits Bose
Kolkata, April 21: West Bengal Governor, C.V. Ananda Bose, was hospitalised on Monday afternoon after the medical team while doing his routine medical check-up decided to get him admitted after identifying some cardiac blockage.
Abhishek is very popular member of coaching staff...: KKR spin bowling coach on veteran's return to franchise
Kolkata, April 20: As Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) look to bounce back from their narrow 16-run loss against Punjab Kings, their spin bowling coach, Carl Crowe spoke on return of Abhishek Nayar to team's coaching set-up, saying that he "speaks incredibly well about the game and has great connection with players".
IPL 2025: Spin could play key role, says KKR bowling coach Crowe ahead of GT clash
Kolkata, April 20: Spin is likely to play an important role when defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders take on 2022 winner Gujarat Titans in Match 39 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 at the Eden Gardens here on Monday.
IPL 2025: After removal from Indian team, Abhishek Nayar re-joins KKR support staff
New Delhi, April 19: Just a few days after he was removed as assistant coach of the Indian men's cricket team, Abhishek Nayar has formally rejoined Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) support staff for the rest of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025.
Guinness World Record: Japanese man dribbling football from Kolkata to Delhi reaches Varanasi
Varanasi, April 17: In a remarkable feat of endurance, passion, and cultural connection, Japanese national Nozomu Hagihara has arrived in Varanasi as part of his 2,000-kilometre journey dribbling a football across India.
Rohit, Gill, Buttler can now come home; top IPL cricket teams to launch India's first cricket collectables
New Delhi, April 17: From Rohit Sharma's iconic pull shots to Jos Buttler's explosive drives, from Andre Russell's powerhouse presence to Shubman Gill's elegant strokeplay--Indian cricket now has its collectable heroes.
Andre Russell has struggled for runs: Saba Karim
New Delhi April 16: Former Indian cricketer Saba Karim shares his thoughts on Andre Russell's current form and role in the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) team.
The way he performed today was really, really commendable: Nehal Wadhera praises Yuzvendra Chahal after his match-winning spell
Chandigarh, April 16: After registering a win over defending champion Kolkata Knight Riders in the 31st encounter of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, Punjab Kings (PBKS) left-hand batter Nehal Wadhera lauded leg spinner Yuzvendra Chahal's exceptional bowling performance in the game
IPL 2025: KKR batted themselves into bit of a hole, says Boucher
New Delhi, April 16: After Kolkata Knight Riders failed to chase a modest target of 112 against Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the IPL match, former South Africa wicketkeeper and coach Mark Boucher slammed the defending champions' approach, saying they "batted themselves into a hole."
IPL 2025: It wasn't like PBKS bowled exceptionally; we just didn't bat as well, says KKR skipper Rahane
New Chandigarh, April 16: After defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) suffered a narrow 16-run loss in a low-scoring thriller against Punjab Kings, skipper Ajinkya Rahane opined that the loss was not solely due to exceptional bowling by the hosts but also a result of his team's underwhelming performance with the bat.
All players are confident & experienced to handle any situation: KKR captain Ajinkya Rahane banking on team to turn things around
Chandigarh, April 16: The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), defending champions of the Indian Premier League (IPL), suffered a narrow 16-run loss in a low-scoring thriller against Punjab Kings, here at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium on Tuesday. Harshit Rana's three-fer, alongside braces from Sunil Narine and Varun Chakaravarthy, went in vain as the hosts defending the target in an engaging contest.
The movement is far from over.., says Ranjita Sinha as Kolkata marks 18th National Transgender Day with calls for real action
Kolkata, April 16: Kolkata witnessed a powerful observance of the 18th National Transgender Day on April 15, 2025, hosted by Gokhale Road Bandhan and the Association of Transgender/Hijra in Bengal (ATHB).
IPL 2025: 'No one thought they could do something like this', says Saba Karim after PBKS defends lowest-ever total
New Chandigarh, April 16: Former Indian cricketer Saba Karim delved into the thrilling upset pulled off by Punjab Kings against defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders, saying that no one had thought of PBKS pulling off such a remarkable feat by successfully defending the lowest total in the IPL history.
Ishita Ganguly: Cricket has always been my escape
Mumbai, April 16: Television actress Ishita Ganguly, who is also a cricket enthusiast, said that during the Indian Premier League (IPL) season, the gentleman's game turns into a “full-blown obsession” for her.