CSK defeats KKR by 49 runs to take the lead in the points table
Match 33 of the IPL 2023 saw Chennai Super Kings defeat Kolkata Knight Riders by 49 runs. KKR was limited to 186 for 8 at Eden Gardens while attempting to score 236 runs. Ajinkya Rahane earlier blasted an unbeaten 71 off 29 balls for CSK, while Shivam Dube added 51 off 20 as they reached 233 for 4 in 20 overs. With his 56-run knock, Devon Conway added to the cause. In his four allotted overs, Kulwant Khejroliya took two wickets but also gave up 44 runs. After winning the toss, KKR captain Nitish Rana decided to bowl first. With 10 points after the victory on Sunday, CSK moved into first place in the IPL 2023 standings.