Kolkata Knight Riders News - Latest Updates & Headlines
Jinx is a role model for everybody: Ottis Gibson on Ajinkya Rahane after KKR's victory over CSK
New Delhi April 12: Ottis Gibson, Kolkata Knight Riders' assistant coach, described skipper Ajinkya Rahane as a role model for the team and noted his dedication towards consistent practice.
Sunil Narine brings X factor: KKR opener Quinton de Kock
Chennai, April 12: Kolkata Knight Riders wicketkeeper-batter Quinton de Kock praised teammate and opening partner Sunil Narine's impact following their commanding 8-wicket victory over Chennai Super Kings at the Chepauk Stadium in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL).
They are understanding their mistakes: Sanjay Bangar on KKR's decision to promote Rinku Singh in batting order
New Delhi April 12: Former Indian batting coach Sanjay Bangar believes the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) learned from their previous mistake of delaying Rinku Singh's promotion in the match against Lucknow Super Giants. Bangar was speaking to ESPNCricinfo.
IPL 2025: De Kock lauds Narine, Rana after thumping win over CSK
Chennai, April 12: Kolkata Knight Riders opener Quinton de Kock lauded all-rounder Sunil Narine and pacer Harshit Rana for their heroics in the side's eight-wicket commanding win over Chennai Super Kings at Chepauk on Friday.
Not putting white flag up just yet: CSK's batting coach Hussey after 5th consecutive defeat in IPL
Chennai, April 12: Batting coach Michael Hussey has assured that the "hurting" Chennai Super Kings are not yet willing to "put up the white flag " after falling to their fifth consecutive defeat in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, their first of the first in the cash-rich league's history.
They are amazing spinners: Moeen Ali lauds Sunil Narine, Varun Chakravarthy after IPL 2025 fixture against CSK
Chennai, April 12: Following a magnificent bowling performance against the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 on Friday, the Kolkata Knight Riders' (KKR) right-arm off-spinner Moeen Ali hailed Sunil Narine and Varun Chakravarthy after their marvellous performance in the 25th fixture of the cash-rich league.
Moeen played here, Bravo knows the conditions: Rahane reflects on KKR's commanding win at Chepauk
Chennai, April 12: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) registered their third win of the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season in emphatic fashion, cruising past Chennai Super Kings (CSK) by eight wickets in Ahmedabad. Chasing a target of 104, KKR wrapped up the game in just 10.1 overs, a result that not only gave them two crucial points but also a significant boost to their net run rate. With this win, KKR moved to the third spot on the points table, having secured three victories in six matches.
Try to focus on my strength: Narine reflects on all-round brilliance in KKR's dominant win over CSK
Chennai, April 12: Sunil Narine produced a sensational all-round performance to guide Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to a commanding eight-wicket victory over Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 clash at Chennai on Friday. The win marked KKR's third triumph in six matches this season, propelling them to third place on the points table.
We did not have enough runs on the board: Dhoni after losing IPL 2025 clash against KKR
Chennai, April 12: After losing the clash against defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) stand-in skipper MS Dhoni opened up on the reason behind the team's loss in the 25th encounter of the cash-rich league.
Narine's all-round performance powers KKR to thumping win over CSK
Chennai, April 11: Sunil Narine turned in a match-winning all-round performance to help the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) return to winning ways with a commanding eight-wicket victory over Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) at Chennai on Friday.
IPL 2025: Dhoni flags CSK's batting issue after losing fifth game on the trot
Chennai, April 12: Chennai Super Kings (CSK) veteran MS Dhoni, who took the charge of the side mid-season against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on Friday, raised issues in their batting line-up folllowing their fifth loss on the trot.
IPL 2025: It's about trying to give flying starts, says Narine on quick-fire 44 against CSK
Chennai, April 11: Sunil Narine's all-round efforts – a spell of 3-13 and a knock of 44 - played a critical part in Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) thoroughly outclassing Chennai Super Kings (CSK) by eight wickets in Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025. Narine, whose 18-ball 44 helped KKR chase down 104 with 59 balls to spare, said he endeavors to try and give his team flying starts.
IPL 2025: Knight Riders spinners' brilliance restrict CSK to 103/9 in 20 overs at Chepauk
Chennai, April 11: Kolkata Knight Riders' spinners Sunil Narine, Varun Chakravarthy and Moeen Ali's exceptional bowling performance restricted the five-time champions Chennai Super Kings to 103/9 in their 20 overs at the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Friday.
IPL 2025: Sunil Narine’s all-round show helps KKR thrash CSK by eight wickets
Chennai, April 11: Sunil Narine put out a superb all-round show - picking 3-13 in his four overs and then smashing an entertaining 44, as a ruthless Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) thoroughly outplayed Chennai Super Kings (CSK) by eight wickets in a one-sided Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 clash at the MA Chidambaram Stadium here on Friday.
IPL 2025: Sunil Narine picks 3-13 as KKR's clinical bowlers restrict listless CSK to 103/9
Chennai, April 11: Sunil Narine didn’t concede a single boundary in his miserly spell of 3-13 as a clinical performance of Kolkata Knight Riders’ bowlers helped them restrict a listless Chennai Super Kings to a below-par 103/9, their lowest total at their home venue MA Chidambaram Stadium, here on Friday.
IPL 2025: Moeen comes in as KKR elect to bowl first against Dhoni-led CSK
Chennai, April 11: Moeen Ali was included in the playing eleven of defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) as captain Ajinkya Rahane won the toss and elected to bowl first against the MS Dhoni-led Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in Match 25 of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 at the MA Chidambaram Stadium here on Friday.
We prepare ourselves for good conditions of cricket: KKR vice-captain Venkatesh Iyer ahead of CSK clash
Chennai, April 10: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) vice-captain Venkatesh Iyer emphasized the team's adaptability ahead of their crucial Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 clash against Chennai Super Kings on Friday.
Known each other since our Under-19 days: Vaibhav Arora on Ramandeep
Chennai, April 10: The vibrant camaraderie among Kolkata Knight Riders players was on full display during a recent cooking session where teammates Ramandeep Singh, Vaibhav Arora, and Angkrish Raghuvanshi joined together to prepare a traditional dish called 'Dim Torka'. The friendly banter and playful interactions revealed the strong bond that has developed among these cricketers.
IPL 2025: Our approach is not conditions specific, says KKR's Venky Iyer ahead of CSK clash
Chennai, April 10: Kolkata Knight Riders' vice-captain Venkatesh Iyer has emphasised the team's adaptability ahead of their crucial Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 clash against Chennai Super Kings at the MA Chidambaram Stadium here on Friday.
IPL 2025: Struggling CSK eye redemption against KKR at Chepauk
Chennai, April 10: Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will be desperate to turn their fortunes around when they take on Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in Match 25 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 at the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium here on Friday.
IPL 2025: KKR's Ramandeep, Vaibhav, Angkrish share friendly banter during cooking session
Chennai, April 10: While playing a long tournament like Indian Premier League (IPL), having old friends and familiar faces around creating a family-like atmosphere in the team has a calming affect on players.
IPL 2025: ISPL star Abhishek Dalhor joins Kolkata Knight Riders as net bowler
Mumbai, April 9: In a move promoting cross-pollination of skillsets of various formats of the game, a top star in street tennis cricket has joined the Indian Premier League (IPL) as a net bowler for defending champion Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR).
ISPL star Abhishek Dalhor joins Kolkata Knight Riders as net bowler for IPL
New Delhi, April 9: After a phenomenal run in the past two seasons of the Indian Street Premier League (ISPL), Majhi Mumbai's star all-rounder Abhishek Kumar Dalhor has been picked by Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) as a net bowler for the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) season.
I practise a lot...everything comes naturally: LSG's Nicholas Pooran on smashing long sixes
Kolkata, April 8: After winning the clash against Kolkata Knight Riders in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) batter Nicholas Pooran opened up on slamming long sixes on regular basis during the game.
One of the best wickets to bat on: Ajinkya Rahane on Eden Gardens pitch after high-scoring encounter
Kolkata, April 8: Following the loss against Lucknow Super Giants in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) skipper Ajinkya Rahane shared his thoughts on the Eden Gardens pitch where almost 480 runs were scored during the 21st encounter of this season.
My back is fine now...: LSG skipper Rishabh Pant after win over KKR
Kolkata, April 8: Following his side's win over defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) skipper Rishabh Pant gave an update on an injury scare he faced during the match, saying that his back is fine.
IPL 2025: No complaints...we fought hard, says Rahane after KKR lose to LSG by four runs
Kolkata, April 8: Ajinkya Rahane had “no complaints” from his team after Kolkata Knight Riders fell just four runs short of what could have been a record chase against Lucknow Super Giants in Match 22 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) at the Eden Gardens here on Tuesday.
KKR skipper Rahane completes 7,000 T20 runs
Kolkata, April 8: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) skipper Ajinkya Rahane completed 7,000 T20 runs on Tuesday.
IPL 2025: Lucknow Super Giants outclass Kolkata Knight Riders by 4 runs in high-run fest
Kolkata, April 8: Lucknow Super Giants' batters Nicholas Pooran and Mitchell Marsh's magnificent fifties outsmarted the hosts Kolkata Knight Riders by four runs in the last over thriller at their home, Eden Gardens on Tuesday.
IPL 2025: Pooran, Marsh star as LSG edge out KKR by four runs in thriller
Kolkata, April 8: A night of sixes, drama, and heart-pounding momentum-shifts ended with Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) holding their nerve to clinch a nail-biting four-run win over Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in one of the most entertaining matches of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 so far, at the Eden Gardens here on Tuesday.
IPL 2025: LSG post their second-highest total in Kolkata
Kolkata, April 8: The Lucknow Super Giants (IPL) stamped their authority in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 with a scintillating display of power-hitting, registering their second-highest total in the league’s history — 238/3 — against Kolkata Knight Riders at the Eden Gardens here on Tuesday.
IPL 2025: Marsh-Pooran show powers LSG to 238/3 vs KKR
Kolkata, April 8: Nicholas Pooran's unbeaten 87 and Mitchell Marsh's 81 powered Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) to their second-highest-ever total of 238/3 in 20 overs against Kolkata Knight Riders in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 at the Eden Gardens here on Tuesday.
IPL 2025: Relentless six-hitting from Pooran, Marsh powers LSG to 238/3 against KKR
Kolkata, April 8: Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) fans at Eden Gardens, Kolkata were up for a triple treat as three super-explosive knocks from Aiden Markram, Mitchell Marsh and Nicholas Pooran helped them post 238/3 in their 20 overs against defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on Tuesday.
IPL 2025: Spencer replaces Moeen as Kolkata elect to bowl against Lucknow
Kolkata, April 8: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have won the toss and elected to bowl first against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in Match 21 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 at the Eden Gardens on Tuesday.
IPL 2025: Shahbaz Ahmed backs 'relaxed' Pant to fire as LSG brace for KKR challenge
Kolkata, April 7: Rishabh Pant may be enduring a nightmare run in IPL 2025 with the bat, but his Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) teammate Shahbaz Ahmed believes it's only a matter of time before the “chilled and relaxed” skipper delivers when it matters most. Despite becoming the most expensive player in IPL history at ₹27 crore, Pant has managed just 19 runs across four innings this season — a dismal average of 4.75 and a strike-rate under 60.
IPL 2025: Early wickets will help KKR to be dangerous in middle overs, says Assistant coach Ottis Gibson
Kolkata, April 7: Kolkata Knight Riders assistant coach Ottis Gibson expressed confidence in his team's bowling lineup ahead of their clash against Lucknow Super Giants at Eden Gardens on Tuesday.
IPL 2025: KKR, LSG look for consistency after mixed starts to season
Kolkata, April 7: Defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders will host Lucknow Super Giants in the rescheduled match of the IPL 2025 on Tuesday afternoon.
'Rs 23 crore or 20 lakh, my efforts remains constant', KKR's Venkatesh on handling hefty price tag baggage
New Delhi, April 7: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) vice-captain Venkatesh Iyer admitted that indeed pressure comes with the hefty price tag and said the financial aspect is beyond his control, but his performance on the field is something he can influence. He added that regardless of whether he is paid Rs 23 crore or Rs 20 lakh, his efforts in contributing to the team remain constant.
Take it one game at a time: Venkatesh Iyer on his IPL journey
New Delhi April 7: Kolkata Knight Riders Vice-captain Venkatesh Iyer reflected on his journey through the years of the Indian Premier League (IPL).
Whether I'm paid Rs 23 crore or...,: Venkatesh on living up to reputation of hefty price tag
New Delhi, April 7: For Kolkata Knight Riders, vice-captain Venkatesh Iyer, putting in efforts to steer his side to victory remains constant irrespective of whether he is paid Rs 23 crore or Rs 20 lakh.