Did Rinku Singh save the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) from an embarrassing start to IPL 2026? Yes, he did. His remarkable performance in the Super Over secured KKR’s first win of the season, preventing them from remaining at the bottom of the table.
In a thrilling match at Ekana Stadium in Lucknow on April 27, both KKR and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) scored 155 runs in their innings. Rinku Singh played a pivotal role, scoring an unbeaten 83 runs off just 51 balls. He also contributed defensively with four catches during the match.
KKR faced significant challenges early on, collapsing to 73 for 6 in just 11 overs. But Singh’s aggressive batting helped them recover. KKR scored an impressive 43 runs in the last two overs, largely due to his efforts. This late surge proved crucial.
Mohsin Khan shone for LSG, taking five wickets and marking his first five-wicket haul in IPL history. Yet, despite his efforts, LSG could not secure victory. They have now lost five consecutive matches and sit at the bottom of the table.
The match reached its climax during the Super Over—the first of IPL 2026. Sunil Narine bowled for KKR and conceded only one run while taking two wickets, showcasing his skill under pressure. Rinku Singh hit the winning runs for KKR, sealing their hard-fought victory.
Kartik Tyagi’s performance drew attention as well; he bowled two no balls in the final over of LSG’s innings but was allowed to continue bowling. This decision raised eyebrows among fans and analysts alike.
This victory marks a significant turnaround for KKR after a rough start to their campaign. They avoided remaining winless and demonstrated resilience through Rinku Singh’s standout performance. What remains uncertain is how LSG will respond to this latest defeat as they seek to break their losing streak.