Cricket

IPL 2025: 2, 3 quick wickets changed the momentum, admits Ajinkya Rahane after loss against RCB

Kolkata Knight Riders captain Ajinkya Rahane admitted two-three quick wickets in their batting innings changed the impetus after their seven-wicket loss against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the opening match of IPL 2025 at the Eden Gardens, Kolkata on Saturday.

The home team was going strongly as they smashed 60 runs in the Powerplay overs after Quinton de Kock was dismissed cheaply. After 9.5 overs, KKR were 107-1 but quick wickets of well-settled batters – Ajinkya Rahane and Sunil Narine – did put them on the backfoot. 

The new batters could not hit the ground running and KKR could only manage 23 runs in the last four overs. Rahane top-scored with 56 runs whereas Sunil Narine scored 44 runs but the others could not contribute much. 

On the other hand, RCB were able to chase down the target of 175 runs with 22 balls to spare after Phil Salt and Virat Kohli scored 56 and 59* runs respectively. RCB got off to a blistering start as the openers clobbered 80 runs in the first six overs and made the most of the fielding restrictions.

Ajinkya Rahane admitted it was a below-par score and they were thinking of posting 200 runs on the board

Rahane said in the post-match presentation, “I thought we were going well till the 13th over but 2-3 wickets changed the momentum. Batters that followed tried their best but didn’t workout. When myself and Venky were batting we were discussing that 200-210 was achievable but those wickets changed the momentum.”

He added, “Little bit of dew was there but they had a very good powerplay with the bat. It (total) was under par. We were looking for 200+. We don’t want to think too much about this game but at the same time just try and get better in certain areas.”

Kolkata Knight Riders will next take on Rajasthan Royals at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati on Wednesday. 

About the Author


Written by DafaNews

DafaNews brings you the most highlighted news in the world of Sports. It serves you up-to-date matches, scores, live streams, fantasy games and quizzes. Our news covers India's prestigious leagues and events – Premier League, Pro Kabbadi League, Cricket World Cup and many more. Follow DafaNews on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter,Telegram and Youtube for more updates.

Related Post
Share
Published by
DafaNews

Recent Posts

India’s Challenge Ends Early at Japan Open as Lakshya, Satwik-Chirag Crash Out

India's campaign at the Japan Open Super 750 badminton tournament suffered a major blow on… Read More

July 17, 2025

Deepti Sharma Leads India to Thrilling Victory Over England in ODI Series Opener

India took a 1-0 lead in the three-match women’s ODI series against England with a… Read More

July 17, 2025

India U-20 Women Thrash Uzbekistan 4-1 in Second Friendly Clash in Tashkent

The India Under-20 women’s national team delivered a resounding performance on Wednesday, defeating hosts Uzbekistan… Read More

July 17, 2025

Inter Miami coach Javier Mascherano admits they were outclassed by FC Cincinnati

Inter Miami head coach Javier Mascherano admitted his team was outclassed by FC Cincinnati after… Read More

July 17, 2025

Alex Corretja says losing the Wimbledon final is ‘good’ for Carlos Alcaraz

Former Spanish player Alex Corretja reckons losing the Wimbledon final is good for Carlos Alcaraz.… Read More

July 17, 2025

Jimmy Connors shares surprise on Carlos Alcaraz’s remark about Jannik Sinner in Wimbledon final loss

Former World No.1 Jimmy Connors expressed his surprise after Carlos Alcaraz admitted that Jannik Sinner… Read More

July 17, 2025