IPL 2025: KKR vs RR Full Match Summary, Scorecard, and Key Highlights
In an electrifying showdown during the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) put on a stellar display, clinching a convincing win against the Rajasthan Royals (RR) on March 26, 2025. The match took place at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati, where fans were treated to some outstanding individual performances and a commanding chase that led KKR to triumph by 8 wickets. This victory sends a clear signal to their competitors, solidifying KKR’s status as a formidable contender for the IPL 2025 championship.
Toss and Pitch Report
Rajasthan Royals won the toss and chose to bat first, aiming to set a strong total. The pitch at Barsapara Cricket Stadium offered a good balance for both batsmen and bowlers, with spinners finding some help as the game unfolded. The conditions were just right for an exhilarating match under the floodlights. According to the pitch report, the team batting first needed to aim for a competitive score, as chasing in the evening could be quite challenging.
First Innings: Rajasthan Royals Bats First
Rajasthan Royals failed to build up the momentum as Kolkata Knight Riders’ well-disciplined bowling unit restrained them. The team scored a total of 151/9 in 20 overs, with Dhruv Jurel scoring top with 33 of 28 deliveries, supported by Riyan Parag with a brief 25 off 15 deliveries.
Though they tried hard, RR never really settled down, thanks to KKR bowlers who picked wickets at regular intervals and cut short boundaries. Varun Chakravarthy and Moeen Ali picked two wickets each, while Harshit Rana and Vaibhav Arora picked important wickets too. The stern bowling show was a pointer to KKR’s well-thought-out strategy and its implementation on the pitch.
Bowling Highlights from KKR
- Varun Chakravarthy: 2/17 (4 overs)
- Moeen Ali: 2/23 (4 overs)
- Harshit Rana: 2/36 (4 overs)
- Vaibhav Arora: 2/33 (4 overs)
Second Innings: KKR‘s Chase
Kolkata Knight Riders took control of the chase with a dominating batting performance. Quinton de Kock set the tone with a breath taking unbeaten 97 from 61 balls, playing a match-winning innings that saw KKR cruise to an easy victory. He was ably assisted by young Angkrish Raghuvanshi, who was left unbeaten on 22 off 17 balls, taking KKR home in 17.3 overs at 153/2.
The initial wickets of Phil Salt and Shreyas Iyer did not unsettle KKR, as de Kock’s mature but aggressive batting tore apart RR’s bowling line-up. His sublime stroke play and measured aggression proved why he is still one of the most lethal openers in T20 cricket.
Batting Highlights from KKR
- Quinton de Kock: 97* off 61 balls
- Angkrish Raghuvanshi: 22* off 17 balls
Bowling Highlights from RR
- Wanindu Hasaranga: 1/34 (3 overs)
Man of the Match
Quinton de Kock earned the Man of the Match title for his impressive knock of 97 runs off just 61 balls, leading KKR’s chase with incredible skill and composure.
With this convincing victory, Kolkata Knight Riders maintained their good form in IPL 2025, displaying their batting prowess and bowling dedication. The side appears well-provided and confident while moving up the points chart. Rajasthan Royals, however, will have to re-strategize and return stronger in the next matches.
The IPL 2025 season is picking up steam, and with every match, the playoff race is getting fiercer. With every passing match, more high-intensity cricketing action can be expected in the world’s largest T20 league as the tournament continues.
Who will take on the challenge next? Only time will tell! Tune in for all the latest IPL 2025 news, match reports, and analysis.