KKR vs LSG Match Result 2026: Mukul Choudhary’s Last-Ball Heroics Sink Kolkata at Eden Gardens
Lucknow Super Giants clinched a 3-wicket win against KKR in a high-octane IPL 2026 clash. Read our full match report on Mukul Choudhary’s match-winning half-century, KKR’s batting performance, and the updated IPL 2026 points table.
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The historic Eden Gardens played host to a classic IPL encounter as Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) extended their dominance over Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), securing their second win of the season in dramatic fashion. For KKR, the heartbreak continues as they remain winless after four games in IPL 19.
1. The First Innings: KKR’s Solid Foundation
Winning the toss and opting to bowl, LSG’s captain Rishabh Pant hoped to exploit the evening moisture. KKR, however, started strongly with Ajinkya Rahane (41 off 24) and youngster Angkrish Raghuvanshi (45 off 33) putting on a 50-run stand for the second wicket.
Despite losing quick wickets in the middle overs to Digvesh Rathi and Prince Yadav, KKR found late impetus through Rovman Powell (39* off 24) and Cameron Green (32* off 24). The duo shared an unbeaten 50-run partnership to guide KKR to a competitive total of 181/4.
KKR Top Batters Runs Balls 4s/6s
Angkrish Raghuvanshi 45 33 5/2
Ajinkya Rahane 41 24 4/2
Rovman Powell 39* 24 4/2
Cameron Green 32* 24 3/1
2. LSG’s Run Chase: The Mid-Innings Wobble
LSG’s chase began with high intensity but faced immediate setbacks. Vaibhav Arora, coming in as an impact sub, removed both Aiden Markram (22) and Mitchell Marsh (15) in the fifth over, leaving LSG at 56/2. Sunil Narine tightened the screws further, conceding only 13 runs in his four overs and dismissing Rishabh Pant.
At 128/7 with only 4 overs remaining, KKR seemed destined for their first victory of the season.
3. Mukul Choudhary’s Heist
What followed was one of the most remarkable cameos in IPL history. Mukul Choudhary, the 21-year-old sensation, walked in with 54 runs needed off 24 balls. He launched a fearless assault, smashing seven sixes and two fours in a 27-ball 54.
The equation came down to 13 runs off the final over bowled by Vaibhav Arora. After a single from Avesh Khan, Mukul cleared the square leg boundary for a massive six and eventually sealed the win with a boundary on the final ball.
LSG Top Performers Contribution Impact
Mukul Choudhary 54* (27) Match-winning cameo with 7 sixes
Ayush Badoni 54 (34) Anchored the middle order
Digvesh Rathi 1/25 (4) Most economical LSG bowler
4. Updated Points Table Standings
This victory propels Lucknow Super Giants up the table, while Kolkata Knight Riders remain rooted in the bottom half.
- LSG: Now has 2 wins from 3 matches, showing signs of a strong comeback after an opening-day loss.
- KKR: Faces a steep climb to playoff contention with three losses and one washout.
A New Star is Born
While KKR will rue their inability to defend a solid total at home, the night belonged to Mukul Choudhary. His performance has already sparked comparisons to legendary IPL finishers and serves as a reminder of the talent pipeline this tournament continues to produce.
