Quinton de Kock Leads KKR to 8-Wicket Victory Over Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2025
Quinton de Kock played a pivotal role as Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) moved closer to victory in their chase of 152 runs against Rajasthan Royals (RR) at Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati. KKR’s innings was bolstered by a solid performance from de Kock, who remained steady at the crease, guiding his team towards a successful finish.
Earlier in the match, KKR’s bowlers delivered an impressive performance, restricting RR to 151 runs for 9 wickets in their allotted 20 overs. Varun Chakravarthy, Moeen Ali, and Vaibhav Arora each took two wickets, effectively exploiting the slowness of the pitch. DhruvJurel emerged as the top scorer for RR, contributing 33 runs off 28 balls.
KKR captain AjinkyaRahane won the toss and opted to bowl first, a decision that paid off as their bowlers capitalized on the conditions. The team’s disciplined bowling effort kept RR’s scoring in check, allowing KKR to take control of the match. As they approached their target, KKR looked poised for victory, showcasing their determination to secure their first win of the IPL 2025 season after a rocky start.