The 53rd match of IPL 2025 between Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) was a thrilling contest that kept fans on the edge of their seats. Played at the Eden Gardens, Kolkata, the match ended with KKR winning by just 1 run in a last-over thriller. Andre Russell’s explosive batting was the highlight of the game, helping KKR post a massive total.
In this blog, we will cover the KKR vs RR Highlights, including key performances, turning points, batting and bowling scorecards, and match analysis.
Match Overview
- Teams: Kolkata Knight Riders vs Rajasthan Royals
- Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata
- Date & Time: May 04, 2025, 3:30 PM LOCAL
- Toss: KKR won the toss and chose to bat
- Result: KKR won by 1 run
KKR vs RR Highlights: Batting & Bowling Scorecard
Kolkata Knight Riders : KKR Batting Scorecard
| Batter | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Strike Rate | Dismissal |
| Gurbaz (wk) | 35 | 25 | 4 | 1 | 140 | c Hetmyer b Theekshana |
| Sunil Narine | 11 | 9 | 1 | 1 | 122.22 | b Yudhvir Singh |
| Ajinkya Rahane (c) | 30 | 24 | 3 | 1 | 125 | c Jurel b Riyan Parag |
| Angkrish Raghuvanshi | 44 | 31 | 4 | 2 | 141.94 | c (sub)Ashok Sharma b Archer |
| Andre Russell | 57 | 25 | 5 | 4 | 228 | not out |
| Rinku Singh | 19 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 316.67 | not out |
Fall of Wickets:
- 13-1 (Narine, 1.6)
- 69-2 (Gurbaz, 7.3)
- 111-3 (Rahane, 12.4)
- 172-4 (Raghuvanshi, 18.1)
Rajasthan Royals : RR Bowling Scorecard
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
| Jofra Archer | 4 | 30 | 1 | 7.5 |
| Yudhvir Singh | 2 | 26 | 1 | 13 |
| M Theekshana | 4 | 41 | 1 | 10.2 |
| Akash Madhwal | 3 | 50 | 0 | 16.7 |
| Wanindu Hasaranga | 4 | 35 | 0 | 8.8 |
| Riyan Parag | 3 | 21 | 1 | 7 |
Rajasthan Royals : RR Batting Scorecard
| Batter | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Strike Rate | Dismissal |
| Yashasvi Jaiswal | 34 | 21 | 5 | 1 | 161.9 | c Rinku Singh b Moeen |
| Vaibhav Suryavanshi | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 200 | c Rahane b Vaibhav Arora |
| Kunal Singh Rathore | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | c Russell b Moeen |
| Riyan Parag (c) | 95 | 45 | 8 | 6 | 211.11 | c Vaibhav Arora b Harshit Rana |
| Dhruv Jurel (wk) | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | b Varun Chakaravarthy |
| Wanindu Hasaranga | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | b Varun Chakaravarthy |
| Shimron Hetmyer | 29 | 23 | 2 | 1 | 126.08 | c Narine b Harshit Rana |
| Shubham Dubey | 25 | 14 | 1 | 2 | 178.57 | not out |
| Jofra Archer | 12 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 150 | run out (Rinku Singh/Vaibhav Arora) |
Fall of Wickets:
- 5-1 (Suryavanshi, 0.4)
- 8-2 (Rathore, 1.5)
- 66-3 (Jaiswal, 6.6)
- 71-4 (Jurel, 7.3)
- 71-5 (Hasaranga, 7.5)
- 163-6 (Hetmyer, 15.5)
- 173-7 (Riyan Parag, 17.4)
- 205-8 (Archer, 20)
Kolkata Knight Riders : KKR Bowling Scorecard
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
| Vaibhav Arora | 4 | 50 | 1 | 12.5 |
| Moeen Ali | 3 | 43 | 2 | 14.3 |
| Harshit Rana | 4 | 41 | 2 | 10.2 |
| Varun Chakaravarthy | 4 | 32 | 2 | 8 |
| Sunil Narine | 4 | 27 | 0 | 6.8 |
| Andre Russell | 1 | 11 | 0 | 11 |
Best Batter of the Match: Andre Russell (57 off 25 balls)*
Andre Russell was the game-changer for KKR with his unbeaten 57 off just 25 balls, including 5 fours and 4 sixes. His explosive batting in the death overs helped KKR cross the 200-run mark, setting a tough target for RR.
Best Bowler of the Match: Harshit Rana (2/41 in 4 overs)
Harshit Rana played a crucial role in KKR’s narrow win. He took 2 key wickets, including Riyan Parag (95) and Shimron Hetmyer (29). His final over under pressure ensured KKR defended 12 runs to win by 1 run.
Key Takeaways from KKR vs RR Highlights
1. Andre Russell’s Power-Hitting (KKR)
- *57* off 25 balls* with 4 fours & 6 sixes
- Strike rate of 228.00
- Changed the game in KKR’s favor
2. Riyan Parag’s Heroic Knock (RR)
- 95 off 45 balls with 6 fours & 8 sixes
- Kept RR in the chase
- Fell just 5 runs short of a century
3. Harshit Rana’s Crucial Spell (KKR)
- 2 wickets for 41 runs
- Dismissed Hetmyer & Parag
- Defended 12 runs in the final over
Turning Point of the Match 53
The KKR vs RR Highlights had several key moments, but the turning point was Andre Russell’s explosive 57 off 25 balls. His aggressive batting in the death overs helped KKR cross the 200-run mark.
Another crucial moment was Harshit Rana’s final over, where he defended 12 runs and took the important wicket of Riyan Parag (95).
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Final Thoughts
The KKR vs RR Highlights showcased high-intensity cricket with Andre Russell’s explosive batting being the standout performance. KKR’s narrow 1-run victory keeps them strong in the IPL 2025 playoffs race.
What did you think of the match? Share your thoughts in the comments!
FAQs
Q1. Who won the KKR vs RR match in IPL 2025?
- KKR won by 1 run.
Q2. Who was the Man of the Match?
- Andre Russell (57 off 25 balls).*
Q3. How many runs did Riyan Parag score?
- 95 runs off 45 balls.
Q4. Where was the match played?
- Eden Gardens, Kolkata.
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