KKR's Playoff Hopes Shine Bright After 29-Run Win Over GT

Kolkata Knight Riders are on a roll! They just pulled off a nail-biting 29-run win against Gujarat Titans in IPL 2026, keeping their playoff dreams alive. With a whopping 248 runs on the board, KKR's Finn Allen and the middle order were on fire! Now, they need to win their last two matches and hope for a sprinkle of luck to sneak into the playoffs!

Quick rundown

1.KKR remains in playoff contention after defeating Gujarat Titans.

2.Ajinkya Rahane leads KKR to a thrilling win at Eden Gardens.

3.KKR's playoff hopes hinge on winning last two matches and other results.

4.Finn Allen and Cameron Green shine with fifties in a high-scoring game.

5.KKR's fate may depend on net run-rate and other teams' performances.

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