IPL 2026: Rahane's batting choice turns into a comedy show

In a surprising twist, KKR captain Ajinkya Rahane chose to bat first against PBKS at Eden Gardens, even with dark rain clouds overhead. The KKR batting lineup fell apart faster than a sandcastle at high tide, losing two wickets for just 25 runs before rain paused the match. Fans quickly took to social media to poke fun at Rahane's bold decision, dubbing it a hilarious blunder.

Quick rundown

1.Rahane's decision to bat first raised eyebrows and laughter.

2.KKR's batting lineup struggled like a cat in a dog park.

3.Fans had a field day roasting Rahane on social media.

4.Rain interruptions added to the chaos of the match.

5.This match might go down in IPL history as a captaincy blunder.

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