Kolkata Knight Riders pulled off a dramatic win against Lucknow Super Giants in IPL 2026 at Ekana Stadium, Lucknow. The match went to a Super Over where Sunil Narine delivered a match-winning spell.
Match Summary
| Team | Score | Key Performers |
|---|---|---|
| KKR | 155/7 | Rinku Singh 83* |
| LSG | 155/8 | Rishabh Pant 42 |
The match ended in a tie and was decided in a Super Over.
Regular Innings – A Close Contest
Lucknow Super Giants had a mixed start. They lost early wickets and were struggling at 73/6. Later, the middle order helped them recover and reach 155/8.
Rishabh Pant scored 42 runs and played an important role. Vaibhav Arora bowled well and picked up 2 wickets for 24 runs.
Kolkata Knight Riders also faced early trouble in their chase. But Rinku Singh played a brilliant knock of 83 not out from 51 balls.
He hit 7 fours and 5 sixes and helped KKR reach 155/7, tying the match and forcing a Super Over.
Super Over – Narine’s Game-Changing Spell
In the Super Over, KKR captain Ajinkya Rahane gave the ball to Sunil Narine.
Lucknow sent Nicholas Pooran and Aiden Markram to bat. Narine made an immediate impact.
Super Over Details
| Ball | Event |
|---|---|
| Ball 1 | Pooran dismissed |
| Ball 2 | Single taken |
| Ball 3 | Markram caught out |
Narine took 2 wickets and gave away just 2 runs, putting KKR in full control.
KKR Chase in Super Over
KKR needed only 3 runs to win. The batters finished the match on the very first ball with a boundary, sealing a quick victory.
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Key Moments of the Match
- Rinku Singh’s unbeaten 83 rescued KKR from early trouble
- LSG recovered from 73/6 to post 155
- Match tied after 20 overs
- Narine took 2 wickets in Super Over
- KKR won the match on the first ball of Super Over chase
What This Result Means
KKR got an important win and improved their position in the points table. This was their second win of the season.
LSG faced another setback and remained near the bottom of the table. Their top order continues to struggle, which is a concern for the team.
Fans praised Sunil Narine for his calm and smart bowling in the Super Over. Many called him a legend for delivering under pressure once again.
His performance reminded fans why he is one of the most reliable players in T20 cricket.
Final Thoughts
This match was another example of how unpredictable T20 cricket can be. Narine’s Super Over and Rinku Singh’s innings were the biggest highlights of the game.
KKR showed great composure in pressure moments, while LSG will need to fix their top-order issues quickly.
