IPL 2026: KKR vs GT Today’s Match Highlights: Unmissable video recap, turning points, match analysis, stats and more

The hosts Kolkata Knight Riders defeated Gujarat Titans by 29 runs in Match No. 60 of the Indian Premier League 2026 season on May 16 at Eden Gardens.

KKR posted a massive 247/2 in their 20 overs, powered by half-centuries from Cameron Green, Finn Allen, and Angkrish Raghuvanshi. In reply, GT managed 218/4 despite fifties from Sai Sudharsan, Jos Buttler, and Shubman Gill, but they ultimately fell short of the target.

For KKR, Sunil Narine delivered an impactful spell, picking up 2/29. With the victory, KKR climbed to seventh place in the standings with 11 points, while GT remained second with 16 points.

Key moments from the game:

Finn Allen’s monstrous knock

Ajinkya Rahane departed cheaply for KKR before Finn Allen joined forces with Angkrish Raghuvanshi to launch a brutal counterattack. Allen smashed 93 runs off just 35 deliveries, hammering four fours and 10 sixes at a staggering strike rate of 265.71. The duo stitched together a rapid 95-run stand in only 41 balls for the second wicket.

Raghuvanshi-Green demolish the middle overs

After Allen’s dismissal, Raghuvanshi continued the assault alongside Cameron Green. The pair added a commanding 108 runs off just 52 deliveries for the third wicket, powering KKR well beyond the 200-run mark. Raghuvanshi remained unbeaten on 82 from 44 balls, striking four boundaries and seven sixes at a strike rate of 186.36. Green also finished unbeaten, scoring 52 off 28 deliveries with three fours and four sixes at a strike rate of 185.71.

Shubman Gill falls short despite fighting knock

Chasing a daunting target, Shubman Gill came out with aggressive intent for Gujarat Titans. The skipper played a superb innings of 85 from 49 balls, smashing five fours and seven sixes at a strike rate of 173.47. He also shared a brilliant 128-run partnership for the third wicket with Jos Buttler. However, despite the valiant effort, GT failed to cross the finishing line.