Kolkata, April 2, 2026: Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) registered a commanding 65-run victory over Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in an exciting IPL 2026 clash at Eden Gardens.
A strong batting performance followed by disciplined bowling helped SRH secure their first win of the season, while KKR continued their losing streak.
🟠 SRH Batting Highlights: 226/8 in 20 Overs
Sunrisers Hyderabad delivered a powerful batting display after being asked to bat first.
- Travis Head – 46 (21)
- Abhishek Sharma – 48 (21)
- Heinrich Klaasen – 52 (35)
- Nitish Kumar Reddy – 39 (24)
SRH dominated the powerplay with 84 runs in the first 6 overs, setting the tone for a big total.
Despite picking up wickets, KKR bowlers struggled to control the run flow. Blessing Muzarabani was the standout performer with 4 wickets.
👉 SRH Total: 226/8 (RR: 11.30)
🟣 KKR Batting Collapse: All Out for 161
Chasing 227, Kolkata Knight Riders started aggressively but failed to sustain momentum.
- Angkrish Raghuvanshi – 52 (29)
- Rinku Singh – 35 (25)
- Finn Allen – 28 (7)
KKR kept losing wickets at regular intervals and were eventually bowled out for 161 in just 16 overs.
👉 KKR Total: 161 (16 overs)
🎯 SRH Bowling Performance
Sunrisers Hyderabad bowlers delivered a clinical performance:
- Jaydev Unadkat – 3 wickets
- Eshan Malinga – 2 wickets
- Nitish Kumar Reddy – 2 wickets
Their disciplined bowling ensured KKR never got close to the target.
⭐ Player of the Match
Nitish Kumar Reddy was awarded Player of the Match for his excellent all-round contribution:
- 39 runs
- 2 wickets
📊 Key Match Stats
- SRH scored 226 runs, one of the highest totals in IPL 2026
- KKR bowled out in 16 overs
- Powerplay comparison:
- SRH: 84/1
- KKR: 74/3
- SRH gained 2 crucial points
📈 Points Table Impact
- Sunrisers Hyderabad: 2 points (1 win, 1 loss)
- Kolkata Knight Riders: 0 points (2 losses)
- KKR Net Run Rate drops significantly
🧠 Match Analysis
SRH’s aggressive batting in the powerplay and middle overs proved decisive. KKR showed glimpses of a fight but lacked partnerships and consistency.
This win gives SRH strong momentum moving forward in IPL 2026.