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Kolkata Knight Riders Crush Sunrisers Hyderabad by 80 Runs in IPL 2025 Masterclass

Kolkata Knight Riders delivered a dominant performance to crush Sunrisers Hyderabad by 80 runs in IPL 2025 Match 15 at Eden Gardens.
Venkatesh Iyer's blistering 60 and Rinku Singh's late cameo powered KKR to a formidable 200/6.
SRH's batting collapsed under pressure, bundled out for just 120 in 16.4 overs, with Varun Chakaravarthy and Vaibhav Arora starring with the ball.
KKR’s all-round brilliance marked one of their most complete performances this season.

Scorecard Summary

KKR – 200/6 (20 overs)
Venkatesh Iyer 60 (29), Angkrish Raghuvanshi 50 (32)
Harshal Patel 2/43, Pat Cummins 1/44

SRH – 120 all out (16.4 overs)
Heinrich Klaasen 33 (21), Kamindu Mendis 27 (20)
Varun Chakaravarthy 3/22, Vaibhav Arora 3/29

Result: Kolkata Knight Riders won by 80 runs
Player of the Match: Vaibhav Arora

The Kolkata Knight Riders vs Sunrisers Hyderabad clash in Match 15 of IPL 2025 was expected to be a competitive battle. Instead, it turned into a dominant exhibition of power-hitting, smart captaincy, and disciplined bowling by the home side. Playing at a buzzing Eden Gardens, KKR thrashed SRH by 80 runs, with every department clicking at the right time.

This was more than a routine win it was a statement. With this commanding performance, KKR reminded the rest of the league that they’re serious contenders this season.

Explosive Batting Sets Up KKR's 200

Put in to bat by Sunrisers Hyderabad after losing the toss, Kolkata Knight Riders were off to a cautious start but quickly shifted gears. Quinton de Kock fell early, scoring just 1 off 6 deliveries, but what followed was a batting clinic. Sunil Narine, promoted up the order, chipped in with 7 before Ajinkya Rahane, the KKR captain, played a composed knock of 38.

The real momentum, however, came through a dazzling 60 off 29 balls by Venkatesh Iyer, whose innings was filled with audacious strokeplay. His 206.90 strike rate was crucial in shifting the pressure onto the SRH bowlers. Alongside him, Angkrish Raghuvanshi added flair with his 50 off 32, showing maturity beyond his age.

Rinku Singh, ever-reliable in the back end of innings, played a finishing gem with 32 off just 17 deliveries, pushing KKR to a formidable 200/6 in 20 overs. It was a clinical top and middle-order effort that exposed the lack of bite in SRH's bowling.

Sunrisers Collapse in a Heap

In reply, Sunrisers Hyderabad never looked in the chase. The innings got off to a disastrous start, with Travis Head dismissed off just the second ball, and within three overs, the top three were back in the dugout with only 9 runs on the board.

Vaibhav Arora, coming in from the bench, made an immediate impact with a fiery spell that saw him take 3 wickets for just 29 runs. Harshit Rana and Andre Russell followed suit, exploiting the early swing and bounce on offer.

Heinrich Klaasen, one of SRH’s few bright sparks, tried to fight back with 33 off 21, but there was little support around him. Kamindu Mendis showed some promise with 27, but it wasn’t enough as wickets kept tumbling. The lower order offered no resistance, and SRH were bundled out for 120 in 16.4 overs, handing KKR a massive 80-run win.

Varun Chakaravarthy and Narine Turn the Screws

The spin duo of Varun Chakaravarthy and Sunil Narine were instrumental in choking the middle overs. Varun returned with figures of 3 for 22, while Narine was miserly with 1 for 30 in four overs. Their control in the middle stages completely shut down any hopes of an SRH revival.

It’s this kind of balanced attack with pace up front and spin in the middle that makes Kolkata Knight Riders such a dangerous side this season. The tactical awareness from Rahane, rotating his bowlers at just the right times, played a big role in maintaining the pressure.

Captaincy and Team Dynamics Paying Off

Ajinkya Rahane’s leadership deserves special mention. Not only did he anchor the innings with the bat, but his calm presence and smart field settings helped KKR dominate in all three phases. He used his resources wisely, gave his bowlers license to attack, and made key decisions such as giving Harshit Rana the new ball and holding back Russell for the right moment.

For Sunrisers Hyderabad, this loss is a wake-up call. Their decision to rest Travis Head backfired, and although skipper Pat Cummins picked up a wicket, the bowling lacked penetration. Their top-order was fragile, and without Klaasen’s contribution, the result might’ve been even worse.

Looking Ahead: KKR's Momentum Grows

With this win, KKR’s IPL 2025 campaign has truly come alive. Their batting lineup appears deep, their bowling is varied and effective, and their fielding has improved. Players like Angkrish Raghuvanshi are stepping up, and the balance between youth and experience is working well.

As for SRH, they have issues to sort. Their team selection, especially the resting of Travis Head and underutilization of Zeeshan Ansari, raised eyebrows. Going forward, they’ll need more firepower at the top and a tighter bowling effort if they hope to stay in contention.