PBKS vs KKR 8th Match: Russell's 70 Helps Knight Riders Brush Aside Kings
Match Report - KKR vs PBKS, 8th Match, April 01, 2022
Kolkata Knight Riders Beat Punjab Kings by 6 Wickets
In a thrilling encounter at the N Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on April 01, 2022, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) emerged victorious over Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the 8th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022. Andre Russell's blistering 70 runs off just 31 deliveries proved to be the difference-maker for KKR, helping them overcome an early batting collapse and chase down a challenging target of 138.
Batting first, PBKS were restricted to a modest total of 137 runs, thanks to a superb bowling performance from KKR's Umesh Yadav, who claimed four wickets. Opener Shikhar Dhawan top-scored for PBKS with a gritty 36 off 39 balls. In response, KKR lost wickets at regular intervals, with only skipper Shreyas Iyer offering any significant resistance with a patient 26. However, Russell stepped up to the plate in the middle order, smashing seven fours and five sixes to take KKR close to victory.
Despite Russell's heroics, PBKS fought back valiantly, with Kagiso Rabada and Vaibhav Arora picking up two wickets each. However, KKR's Sam Billings and Sheldon Jackson held their nerve in the final overs to secure a hard-fought victory. The win takes KKR to the top of the IPL standings, while PBKS remain winless after two matches.
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