Sunrisers hyderabad vs kolkata knight riders match scorecard
Kolkata Knight Riders halted Sunrisers Hyderabad’s five-match winning streak with a strong bowling performance on May 3, 2026, at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad. The match showcased impressive skills from both teams, but KKR ultimately triumphed.
Kolkata Knight Riders scored 169 for 3, defeating Sunrisers Hyderabad who managed to score 165 all out. This victory marked KKR’s third consecutive win in the IPL 2026 season.
Angkrish Raghuvanshi played a pivotal role for KKR, scoring a career-best 59 off 47 balls. Meanwhile, Travis Head led the charge for SRH with a commendable 61 runs. However, the rest of the batting lineup struggled significantly.
The game turned dramatically when SRH collapsed from a promising position of 105 for 1 to being all out for 165. Varun Chakravarthy was instrumental in this downfall, taking 3 wickets for 36 runs.
Sunil Narine also made headlines by joining the IPL’s elite 200-wicket club, taking 2 wickets. An outstanding catch by Rovman Powell to dismiss Heinrich Klaasen added to the excitement of the match.
Kolkata Knight Riders effectively shaved off runs during the powerplay, reaching their target comfortably with ten balls to spare. They won by seven wickets, showcasing their strong form as they continue their campaign in IPL 2026.
This match not only ended SRH’s winning streak but also raised questions about their consistency moving forward. Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely as both teams navigate the remainder of the tournament.
