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KKR vs GT IPL 2026 Match 60: Kolkata Stays Alive with 29-Run Win

Devansh Cox · · 4 min read
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Kolkata Knight Riders Prevail in High-Scoring Clash

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) produced a commanding batting display to defeat Gujarat Titans (GT) by 29 runs in Match 60 of the Indian Premier League 2026 on Saturday at Eden Gardens. Defending a mammoth 247 for 2, KKR restricted Gujarat to 218 for 4, keeping their slim playoff ambitions firmly alive.

KKR’s Explosive Batting Performance

Winning the toss and batting first, KKR posted their third-highest IPL total, thanks to three magnificent half-centuries. Finn Allen led the charge with a sensational 93 off just 35 balls, smashing 10 sixes and 4 fours. He survived two dropped catches on 14 and 33 and reached his fifty in only 21 deliveries. “Sometimes you get a little bit lucky,” Allen remarked after the innings. “I just tried to continue for as long as I could.”

Angkrish Raghuvanshi continued his impressive form, remaining unbeaten on 82 off 44 balls. He was dropped on 52 and also survived an umpire’s call on 2. Cameron Green provided the perfect finish, scoring an unbeaten 52 off 28 balls. Raghuvanshi and Allen added 95 runs together, while Raghuvanshi and Green shared an unbroken 108-run partnership for the third wicket. Remarkably, KKR did not lose a wicket in the last 52 deliveries of their innings.

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Gujarat Titans’ Strong but Insufficient Reply

In reply, Gujarat Titans fought bravely but fell short. Captain Shubman Gill led from the front with a brilliant 85 off 54 balls, hitting 7 sixes and 5 fours. He shared a 128-run stand off 73 balls with Jos Buttler, who contributed a fluent 57. Sai Sudharsan also made a crucial 53 not out, despite being forced to retire hurt earlier after being struck on the elbow.

However, the Titans never quite managed to seize control of the chase. Gill was dismissed by a well-judged catch on the midwicket boundary, and despite support from Buttler and Sudharsan, the required run rate proved too steep.

Sunil Narine Stars on Milestone Game

Sunil Narine was the pick of the bowlers for KKR, marking his 200th IPL appearance with figures of 2 for 29 in four economical overs. He dismissed the dangerous Shubman Gill and Nishant Sindhu, earning him the Player of the Match award. Narine’s spell was instrumental in choking the Titans’ run flow at crucial junctures.

What the Result Means for IPL 2026

With this victory, Kolkata Knight Riders now have 11 points from 12 matches (one game was abandoned). They must win both of their remaining home games to keep their playoff hopes alive. For the Gujarat Titans, this was their first defeat in six matches, leaving them with 16 points from 13 games. They still control their own destiny: a win in their final league stage fixture against Chennai Super Kings on Thursday will secure their place in the playoffs.

Full Scorecard – KKR vs GT, Match 60, IPL 2026

  • Kolkata Knight Riders: 247 for 2 (Finn Allen 93, Angkrish Raghuvanshi 82*, Cameron Green 52*; Kagiso Rabada 1-48)
  • Gujarat Titans: 218 for 4 (Shubman Gill 85, Jos Buttler 57, Sai Sudharsan 53*; Sunil Narine 2-29, Varun Chakravarthy 0-38)
  • Result: KKR won by 29 runs
  • Player of the Match: Sunil Narine (2/29)
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Key Moments from the Match

  • Finn Allen smashed 10 sixes in his innings of 93, falling just short of a second century in three games.
  • Angkrish Raghuvanshi and Cameron Green added 108 runs for the third wicket in just 8.4 overs.
  • Shubman Gill and Jos Buttler compiled a 128-run partnership off 73 balls for the second wicket.
  • Sunil Narine played his 200th IPL match and was named Player of the Match.

After the match, Gujarat captain Shubman Gill admitted his team’s fielding let them down: “Dropping three sitters, I don’t think we deserved to win this one. Best to have a game like this now rather than in the qualifiers.”

FAQs – KKR vs GT, IPL 2026 Match 60

Q1: Who won yesterday’s KKR vs GT match?

A1: Kolkata Knight Riders defeated Gujarat Titans by 29 runs in Kolkata.

Q2: Who was the Player of the Match in the KKR vs GT match?

A2: Sunil Narine was awarded the Player of the Match for his figures of 2/29 in 4 overs.

Q3: What was the final score of yesterday’s match?

A3: Kolkata Knight Riders scored 247 for 2, while Gujarat Titans managed 218 for 4.

Devansh Cox

Devansh Cox is the chief cricket writer for Dawn, Pakistan's leading English-language daily, where he covers the national team, the Pakistan Super League, and the socio-political undercurrents of the sport. With a family heritage tracing back to the British Raj and strong ties to the UK, Cox brings a unique cross-cultural lens to his reporting, often examining the experiences of South Asian cricketers in English county circuits. A Karachi native, he is known for his technical analysis of fast bowling and his deep access to team insiders. His work has been cited by the ICC and the BBC, and he is a regular guest on Test Match Special’s Pakistan coverage.

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