IPL 2025 Opener: RCB Crushes KKR in a Dominant Start at Eden Gardens
The much-anticipated Tata IPL 2025 kicked off with an electrifying encounter at Eden Gardens, Kolkata , where Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) registered a commanding seven-wicket victory over Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on March 22. The match witnessed a blend of explosive batting, strategic bowling, and crucial tactical errors that shaped the outcome. . Krunal Pandya (Player of Match ) --- KKR's Struggles: Batting Falters Despite a Strong Start Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) , led by Ajinkya Rahane , won the toss and opted to bat first. The innings began on a promising note, with Rahane smashing a 31-ball 56 and Sunil Narine contributing 44 runs . However, despite their aggressive start, KKR failed to capitalize in the middle and death overs, managing only 174/8 in 20 overs. . Key Batting Highlights : Ajinkya Rahane – 56 (31) Sunil Narine – 44 (28) Quinton de...