Srh vs kkr

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) defeated Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) by seven wickets on May 3, 2026, at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium. This victory not only avenged their earlier defeat but also marked KKR’s third consecutive win in IPL 2026, keeping their playoff hopes alive.

KKR chased down a target of 166 runs, scoring 169 runs for 3 wickets in 18.2 overs. Angkrish Raghuvanshi led the charge with 59 runs, while Travis Head contributed 61 runs for SRH. KKR’s bowling attack was spearheaded by Varun Chakaravarthy, who took 3 wickets for 36 runs.

The match unfolded under hot and dry conditions, with temperatures ranging between 35°C and 40°C. SRH had a rocky innings, losing eight wickets for just 48 runs, which severely hampered their scoring potential.

This win places KKR eighth in the standings with seven points after this match. They sought revenge against SRH after losing in the first leg at Eden Gardens. Conversely, before this match, SRH had a strong start to the season with five consecutive wins.

The performance of KKR’s spinners was crucial; alongside Chakaravarthy, Sunil Narine also played a significant role in restricting SRH’s scoring. Pat Cummins, captain of SRH, elected to bat first after winning the toss.

As KKR continues its upward trajectory in the league, they will aim to maintain this momentum in their upcoming matches.