Punjab Kings vs Punjab Kings beat Lucknow Super Giants - 2nd April 2025

RR vs KKR Live: KKR's innings is about to begin! The umpires are heading to the field, followed by the Rajasthan Royals players who are breaking from their final team discussion. Quinton de Kock will open for KKR with Moeen Ali, who is stepping in for Sunil Narine.

IPL 2025: Now it is time for the run chase.

IPL Live: Kolkata Knight Riders need 152 to win and should be confident. If dew helps, batting will be easy. If not, Rajasthan Royals' bowlers must take early wickets. An exciting chase is coming up!

IPL Live: Varun Chakaravarthy of KKR said the pitch was a bit sticky, and he bowled the right lengths to get wickets. He enjoys bowling with Moeen Ali, who played well even though he was a late addition to the team. He's happy with the score, noting that this pitch isn't like Eden Gardens, so smart batting is key. He also mentioned that Riyan Parag looked good, so he adjusted his bowling to exploit the pitch's conditions.

RR vs KKR Live: Just as Rajasthan Royals seemed ready to accelerate, the innings took a turn for the worse! The introduction of spin caused a dramatic collapse, with RR falling from 67/1 to 82/5 rapidly. KKR's bowlers increased the pressure, making it difficult to score runs. Dhruv Jurel's crucial partnerships with Shubham Dubey and Shimron Hetmyer temporarily stopped the slide, but after his dismissal, RR's innings fell apart. It was a great team effort by KKR, with almost every bowler taking two wickets.

RR vs KKR: Rajasthan Royals were put in to bat first. Yashasvi Jaiswal started cautiously with Sanju Samson to assess the pitch. However, Vaibhav Arora dismissed Samson early, giving KKR a key breakthrough. Riyan Parag then joined Jaiswal, and they formed a good partnership, helping RR finish the Powerplay at 54/1.

RR vs KKR Live Score: Kolkata Knight Riders bowled excellently to restrict Rajasthan Royals to just 151/9! The Guwahati pitch, unlike others this tournament, offered bowlers some help, making for an interesting second half of the match.

RR 151/9, 19.6 Overs | RR vs KKR Live Score: Two runs to finish the innings! Spencer Johnson bowls it up, and Tushar Deshpande hits it back. Johnson deflects the ball with his hand, allowing the batters to take two runs as the throw misses the stumps. Rajasthan Royals ends with 151/9!

RR vs KKR Live: Tushar Deshpande comes in as the last batsman to face the final ball.

RR 149/9, 19.5 Overs | IPL 2025: OUT! Bowled! Spencer Johnson gets the wicket! A full, straight delivery skids through, and Jofra Archer misses his swing, losing his off stump. RR are now nine wickets down!

RR 149/9, 19.5 Overs | RR vs KKR Live: ''}: OUT! Bowled! Spencer Johnson strikes! He bowls a full, straight delivery that skids through. Jofra Archer steps back and swings across the line but misses, and the ball crashes into the off-stump. RR are now nine wickets down!

IPL Live score: ''}: Tushar Deshpande comes in as the last batsman to face the final ball of the innings.

RR 151/9, 19.6 Overs | RR vs KKR: ''}: Two runs to finish the innings! Spencer Johnson bowls it up in the middle, Tushar Deshpande hits it down the pitch. Johnson tries to stop the ball on his follow-through but deflects it wide of mid-on. The batters attempt a second run, but the fielder quickly throws the ball to the bowler's end. Johnson can't gather the ball cleanly, allowing the second run. Rajasthan Royals ends their innings at 151/9!

IPL 2025: ''}: Kolkata Knight Riders delivered an outstanding bowling performance, restricting Rajasthan Royals to a modest total of 151/9! In a tournament known for high scores, the Guwahati pitch provided a challenge, playing with variable pace and assisting the bowlers, setting up an exciting second half of the match.

IPL 2025: ''}: After being put in to bat, Yashasvi Jaiswal appeared slightly out of form but built a steady partnership with Sanju Samson, cautiously assessing the conditions. Vaibhav Arora provided an early breakthrough for KKR by dismissing Samson. Riyan Parag then joined Jaiswal, and together they stabilized the innings, helping RR finish the Powerplay strongly at 54/1.

IPL 2025: ''}: Just as Rajasthan Royals seemed ready to accelerate, the momentum shifted dramatically! The introduction of spin caused a collapse, with RR falling from 67/1 to 82/5 rapidly. KKR's bowlers increased the pressure, making scoring difficult in the middle overs. Dhruv Jurel's crucial partnerships with Shubham Dubey and Shimron Hetmyer temporarily stopped the slide, but RR's innings fell apart after his dismissal. It was a strong team bowling effort for KKR, with almost every bowler taking two wickets. Spencer Johnson also took a crucial wicket.

RR vs KKR: ''}: Varun Chakaravarthy of Kolkata Knight Riders mentions that the pitch was a bit slow, and he bowled the right lengths to get wickets. He enjoys bowling with Moeen Ali, who performed well despite being a late addition to the team. He's content with the score and believes smart batting is key on this pitch, which differs from Eden Gardens. He noticed Riyan Parag's good form, so he pitched it fuller and relied on the pitch's assistance.

IPL 2025: ''}: Kolkata Knight Riders need 152 to win and will be feeling confident with the momentum on their side. If dew becomes a factor, batting will be easier. However, if the pitch stays dry, Rajasthan Royals' bowlers need to strike early and exploit any helpful conditions. It promises to be a thrilling chase. Stay tuned for KKR's innings!

RR vs KKR Live Score: ''}: The Run Chase is about to begin

RR vs KKR Live: ''}: KKR's chase is about to begin! The umpires are heading to the field, followed by the Rajasthan Royals players, who are breaking from their final team talk. KKR's batting order will see Quinton de Kock partnered by Moeen Ali, who replaces Sunil Narine as opener.

IPL 2025: ''}: The defending champions secure the win! Kolkata Knight Riders delivered a commanding performance, outplaying Rajasthan Royals in all aspects and handing them their second consecutive defeat of the season. QDK shone with a superb unbeaten 97, clinching the chase stylishly.

KKR vs RR Live Score: ''}: Kolkata Knight Riders started cautiously, avoiding early wickets - a key element in their chase. Quinton de Kock anchored the innings perfectly, even with wickets falling around him. He reached his first IPL fifty for KKR in style and looked in great form. His partnership with Angkrish Raghuvanshi, worth over 50 runs, kept RR at bay, and it was fitting that De Kock finished the game.

IPL Live score: ''}: Earlier, Rajasthan Royals managed a somewhat competitive total with several cameos, but no one could convert their start into a substantial score. Kolkata Knight Riders' bowlers were accurate from the beginning, with almost every bowler taking a couple of wickets, except for Spencer Johnson, who took one, restricting the home side.

IPL Live: ''}: Rajasthan Royals will be disappointed with their bowling, especially considering the low total they had to defend. Their spinners couldn't replicate KKR's impact, and despite taking a few wickets, it wasn't enough to pressure the chasing team. Ultimately, the visitors comfortably chased the target in 17.3 overs.

KKR vs RR Live Score: ''}: Moeen Ali shares that he felt prepared and ready when the opportunity arose. He acknowledges the difficulty of replacing Sunil Narine but is pleased with his performance. He notes the pitch's variable spin and enjoys the team's atmosphere. He values learning and appreciates the team's balance and strong overseas players. He found facing the quality new ball bowlers challenging, especially after the Ashes.

IPL Live: ''}: Presentation Ceremony.

IPL 2025: ''}: Rajasthan Royals' captain, Riyan Parag, believes 170 would have been a competitive score, but the batting wasn't up to par. He acknowledges de Kock's strong performance and their unsuccessful attempts to contain him. He is happy to bat at number four as the team requires. He highlights the team's youth and talent, needing just one good match to showcase their potential. He aims to improve and perform well in Chennai.

KKR vs RR: ''}: Kolkata Knight Riders' captain, Ajinkya Rahane, praises his team's bowling in the first six overs and the spinners' performance in the middle overs. He emphasizes giving players freedom and acknowledges the team's explosive batting power. He appreciates Moeen's bowling and the overall team contribution. He notes the unique challenges each season brings and the opportunity to improve.

KKR vs RR Live: ''}: Quinton de Kock is named PLAYER OF THE MATCH for his impressive unbeaten 97-run innings. He says he is happy to have had the chance to contribute. He felt rested and ready after a three-month break.

IPL 2025: ''}: That's all for this dominant performance by Kolkata Knight Riders against Rajasthan Royals. Next up is Sunrisers Hyderabad versus Lucknow Super Giants at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on March 27th at 7.30 pm IST. Join us for the pre-match buildup. Goodbye!

SIX AND BUTTLER REACHES HIS FIFTY! Buttler is dictating this chase with a superb innings. He clears his front leg and sends a tossed up delivery over long on for a six. Gujarat Titans need 36 runs in the last 5 overs.

Rasikh Salam is back in the attack.

Rutherford drives a full delivery through the covers for a single.

Salam bowls over the wicket. Buttler defends the short of length ball back to the bowler.

High in the air but safe! Buttler comes down the pitch to a length ball on off and sends a mistimed aerial shot on the leg side that falls safely for a single.

Full delivery on off stump, Rutherford pushes it towards short cover, where the fielder makes a stop.

Rutherford hangs back to a short of length delivery outside off and guides it for a single.

FOUR! Buttler elegantly flicks the slower, fuller delivery on the leg side, sending it past the fielder at fine leg. Gujarat Titans now require 29 runs from the remaining 4 overs.

Strategic timeout! The Gujarat Titans are on the verge of their second victory this season, showcasing a dominant all-around performance. Their bowlers set the stage earlier, and now their batsmen, led by a masterful Jos Buttler and supported by Sherfane Rutherford, are finishing the job. RCB is facing a tough situation after conceding too many runs in the middle overs and need something extraordinary to avoid their first defeat. It seems inevitable that GT will win unless a miracle occurs.

FOUR! Buttler is in a hurry! He makes room and powers a tossed-up delivery over mid-off for a boundary.

SIX and a FIFTY for Buttler! He's controlling this chase with a brilliant innings! He smashes a tossed-up delivery over long on for a maximum. Gujarat Titans now need just 36 runs from 30 balls.

Rasikh Salam is brought back into the attack.

Rutherford leans forward to a fullish delivery on off and drives it through the covers for a single.

Buttler stays back to a back of a length delivery over off and taps it back to the bowler.

Buttler goes aerial but it's safe! He comes down the track and mistimes a lofted shot on the leg side, but it lands safely for a single.

Rutherford pushes a full delivery on off to short cover, where the fielder makes a good stop.

Rutherford hangs back to a shortish delivery outside off and guides it for a single through the third man region.

FOUR! Buttler elegantly flicks the ball away for a boundary!

Rutherford nudges a full delivery on off towards cover for a single.

FOUR! Buttler is accelerating! He makes room and lofts a tossed-up delivery over mid-off for a boundary.

SIX! Buttler gets to his fifty in style! A tossed-up delivery on middle, Buttler clears his front leg and smashes it over long-on. Gujarat Titans need 36 runs in the last 5 overs.

Rasikh Salam is back into the attack for RCB.

Rutherford leans into a fullish delivery on off and drives it through the covers for a single.

Salam goes over the wicket. Buttler is back in his crease, defending it back to the bowler.

Buttler goes down town but doesn't middle it! Gets a single after clearing mid-wicket, landing just before the fielder.

Salam bowls it full on off stump, Rutherford pushes it towards short cover, where the fielder makes a stop.

Rutherford hangs back to a shortish delivery outside off and steers it down to third man for a single.

A stifled appeal for caught behind but it wasn't to be. Rutherford misses an attempted whip behind, the ball deflects off his thigh pad to the keeper.

Rutherford pushes a full delivery to cover for a single.

FOUR! Buttler is accelerating! He makes room and powers a tossed-up delivery over mid-off for a boundary.

SIX and a FIFTY for Buttler! What a knock! He smashes a tossed-up delivery over long-on. Gujarat Titans now need just 36 runs from 30 balls and Buttler reaches his half century.

Rasikh Salam is back into the attack.

Rutherford drives through the covers for a single off a fuller delivery from around the stumps.

Salam bowls over the stumps, back of a length, and Buttler taps it back to the bowler.

Buttler goes aerial but it's safe! He stepped down to a length ball on off and lofted it to the leg side, mistiming it but it landed safely beyond mid-wicket for a single.

Rutherford couldn't score, a quiet ball there.

Rutherford cuts a short delivery straight to backward point.

Livingstone appeals for caught behind but umpire says no. Rutherford attempts a sweep, misses, and the ball deflects off his thigh pad to the keeper.

Rutherford pushes the full delivery to cover for a single.

FOUR! Buttler makes room and lofts Livingstone over mid-off for a boundary.

SIX! Buttler reaches his half-century in style, smashing a tossed-up delivery from Livingstone over long-on. Gujarat Titans now need 36 runs from 30 balls.

Rasikh Salam is back into the attack.

Rutherford drives through the covers for a single.

Salam bowls a back-of-a-length delivery over off stump. Buttler defends it back to the bowler.

Buttler takes a single.

Liam Livingstone joins the attack, replacing Josh Hazlewood.

Buttler flicks a full delivery from Livingstone to deep square leg for a single.

Rutherford hits a short delivery from Livingstone hard, but it goes straight to backward point.

Livingstone appeals for a caught behind, but it's turned down. Rutherford attempts a sweep but misses, the ball deflecting off his thigh pad to the keeper.

Rutherford nudges a full delivery from Livingstone to cover for a single.

FOUR! Buttler is accelerating! He lofts a tossed-up ball from Livingstone over mid-off for a boundary.

SIX! Buttler reaches his half-century in a dominant display! He smashes a tossed-up delivery from Livingstone over long on. Gujarat Titans now need just 36 runs from the last 5 overs.

Rasikh Salam is brought back into the attack.

Rutherford advances and elegantly hits through the covers for a single off Salam's full delivery from around the wicket.

SIX! Rutherford launches it into the stands! He clears his front leg and sends a full delivery way over mid-wicket. Gujarat Titans now need just 48 runs from 36 balls.

Livingstone enters the attack, replacing Hazlewood.

Buttler flicks a full delivery on middle to deep square leg for a single.

Rutherford hits a short delivery hard but straight to backward point.

An appeal for caught behind is turned down. Rutherford attempts a sweep but misses, the ball deflecting off his thigh pad to the keeper.

Rutherford nudges a full delivery on off to cover for a single.

FOUR! Buttler is accelerating! He makes room and lofts a tossed-up delivery over mid-off for a boundary.

SIX! Buttler reaches his half-century in style, dominating the chase! A superb innings from the Englishman, who has perfectly paced his knock, keeping Gujarat Titans in a commanding position.

A bowling change has been made.

Rutherford defends a hard length delivery aimed at the stumps towards the off side.

FOUR! Rutherford gets off the mark with a cracking shot! He cuts a shortish, angling-away delivery outside off late and beats backward point and deep third for a boundary.

No bowling change. Krunal Pandya to continue his spell.

Buttler firmly drives a full ball on off-stump towards long off for a single.

Rutherford pulls a slightly short ball aimed at the stumps towards deep mid-wicket to get a single.

Buttler punches the quicker, shortish delivery on off towards deep point for a single.

Rutherford pushes the flighted delivery on middle towards long on, picking up a single.