Kuldeep, Russell push KKR closer to playoffs
The two were instrumental in restricting Rajasthan Royals to 142 after Jos Buttler and Rahul Tripathi had powered them to 59 for 0 in four overs
15/05Result
49th match (N), Indian Premier League at Kolkata, May 15 2018
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![Rajasthan Royals]( "Rajasthan Royals")
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![Kolkata Knight Riders]( "Kolkata Knight Riders")
145/4 (18/20 ov)
Player of the Match
15/05Result
49th match (N), Indian Premier League at Kolkata, May 15 2018
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![Rajasthan Royals]( "Rajasthan Royals")
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![Kolkata Knight Riders]( "Kolkata Knight Riders")
145/4 (18/20 ov)
Player of the Match
Match Day
Confidence and wickets return to Kuldeep's repertoire
Kuldeep Yadav claimed 4 for 20, his best IPL figures, to mastermind a stunning collapse and lead KKR closer to the playoffs
Rahane at the heart of royal slowdown
After rollicking opening against KKR, Rajasthan Royals had the momentum to build a mammoth total. Their captain's batting robbed them of that
How does KKR's win against Royals impact playoff qualification?
Royals still have a chance if they win final game, though their NRR is -0.403 and their fate could be tied to how Mumbai fare in their last two matches
Preview
KKR bank on Eden's spin to edge ahead in playoffs race
Two points separate the five teams vying for the final two playoff spots. KKR and Royals are part of this mid-table muddle. Neither will want to let the other get ahead
