Brief by Shorts91NewsDesk / 04:57pm on 22 Mar 2025,Saturday Sports
In the IPL 2025 opener at Eden Gardens, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) captain Ajinkya Rahane led a blistering assault against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). After the early dismissal of Quinton de Kock, Rahane partnered with Sunil Narine, propelling KKR to 107 runs in the first 10 overs. Rahane's half-century off 25 balls showcased his dominance, while Narine contributed a swift 44 off 26 balls. RCB's bowlers struggled, reminiscent of their 2008 opener against KKR when Brendon McCullum's unbeaten 158 set the tone. Fans expressed frustration over RCB's recurring bowling woes. Notably, RCB's key pacer, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, was sidelined due to a minor injury, further impacting their performance. (PC, The Indian Express & Sporting News)
