Venue: Wankhede Stadium Mumbai CityMatch coverage has started! Live updates will appear here.This live blog is AI generated.Shardul Thakur named Player of the MatchMarch 29, 2026 11:38 pmShardul Thakur has been awarded the Player of the Match for his outstanding performance in today’s thrilling encounter.Mumbai Indians triumph over KKR by 6 wickets | Mumbai Indians – 224/4 (19.1)March 29, 2026 11:13 pmMumbai Indians have emerged victorious, defeating Kolkata Knight Riders by 6 wickets in a high-scoring and exciting match. Their powerful batting lineup successfully chased down the challenging target.Final ScoreMumbai Indians won by 6 wicketsKKR 220/4Mumbai Indians 224/4Naman Dhir hits winning boundary for Mumbai Indians | Mumbai Indians – 224/4 (19.1)March 29, 2026 11:12 pmNaman Dhir hits a match-winning boundary off Anukul Roy, securing a thrilling victory for Mumbai Indians with six wickets in hand. A fantastic chase concludes with a powerful shot.Match ResultMumbai Indians won by 6 wicketsMumbai Indians on the cusp of victory after 19 overs | Mumbai Indians – 220/4 (19.0)March 29, 2026 11:11 pmThe 19th over saw Sunil Narine take the wicket of Tilak Varma, but Hardik Pandya’s boundary kept Mumbai Indians on track. They now need just 1 run from the final over to clinch victory.Over 19 — Sunil Narine 220/48 runs · 1WHardik Pandya 18(11)Naman Dhir 1(1)Hardik Pandya finishes the over with a powerful boundary | Mumbai Indians – 220/4 (19.0)March 29, 2026 11:11 pmHardik Pandya smashes a crucial boundary off Sunil Narine, ending the over on a high note for Mumbai Indians. This aggressive shot keeps the chase on track.Narine strikes, Varma caught by Pandey | Mumbai Indians – 215/4 (18.4)March 29, 2026 11:09 pmSunil Narine gets the breakthrough for KKR, as Tilak Varma is caught by Manish Pandey. Varma departs after scoring 20 runs, adding a twist to Mumbai Indians’ chase.Wicket! Tilak Varma departs215/4BattingTilak Varmac Manish Pandey b Sunil NarineBowlingMumbai Indians inch closer, 212/3 after 18 overs | Mumbai Indians – 212/3 (18.0)March 29, 2026 11:06 pmThe 18th over concludes with Mumbai Indians at 212/3, adding 11 runs to their total. Tilak Varma and Hardik Pandya are at the crease, needing only 9 runs from 12 balls for victory.Over 18 — Vaibhav Arora 212/311 runs · 0WTilak Varma 19(12)Hardik Pandya 12(8)Tilak Varma ends the over with a well-timed boundary | Mumbai Indians – 212/3 (18.0)March 29, 2026 11:06 pmTilak Varma concludes the over with a superb boundary off Vaibhav Arora, demonstrating his excellent timing and placement, further solidifying Mumbai Indians’ position in the chase.Tilak Varma dispatches Vaibhav Arora for a boundary | Mumbai Indians – 202/3 (17.2)March 29, 2026 11:04 pmTilak Varma continues his aggressive batting, sending Vaibhav Arora’s delivery to the boundary. This shot further solidifies Mumbai Indians’ strong position in the chase.Mumbai Indians close in on target, 201/3 after 17 overs | Mumbai Indians – 201/3 (17.0)March 29, 2026 11:01 pmThe 17th over sees Mumbai Indians add 8 runs, bringing their total to 201/3. Tilak Varma and Hardik Pandya are at the crease, with the team now needing 20 runs from 18 balls.8 Runs 0 WktTilak Varma 10(9)Hardik Pandya 10(5)Tilak Varma finds the boundary at over end | Mumbai Indians – 201/3 (17.0)March 29, 2026 11:01 pmTilak Varma concludes the over with a boundary off Kartik Tyagi, showcasing his growing confidence and keeping Mumbai Indians’ chase on track.Mumbai Indians reach 193/3 after 16 overs | Mumbai Indians – 193/3 (16.0)March 29, 2026 10:55 pmThe 16th over saw a crucial run-out of Ryan Rickelton, but Hardik Pandya’s quick boundaries kept Mumbai Indians’ chase alive. They are now 193/3, with the match hanging in the balance.Over 16Blessing Muzarabani193/310 Runs 1 WktHardik Pandya 8(3)Tilak Varma 5(5)Hardik Pandya finds the fence again | Mumbai Indians – 193/3 (15.5)March 29, 2026 10:54 pmHardik Pandya smashes another boundary off Blessing Muzarabani, showcasing his powerful hitting and keeping Mumbai Indians’ chase firmly on track despite the recent wicket.Hardik Pandya starts with a confident boundary | Mumbai Indians – 189/3 (15.4)March 29, 2026 10:54 pmHardik Pandya announces his arrival with a powerful boundary off Blessing Muzarabani, showcasing his aggressive intent and ensuring Mumbai Indians maintain their scoring momentum.Run-out ends Rickelton’s sensational knock | Mumbai Indians – 183/3 (15.2)March 29, 2026 10:52 pmA shocking run-out ends Ryan Rickelton’s magnificent innings. Anukul Roy’s quick thinking sends him back to the pavilion, a massive blow for Mumbai Indians at a crucial stage.Wicket! Rickelton run out183/3BattingRyan Rickeltonrun out by Anukul RoyBowlingMumbai Indians reach 183/2 after 15 overs | Mumbai Indians – 183/2 (15.0)March 29, 2026 10:47 pmThe 15th over saw a wicket for KKR with Suryakumar Yadav’s dismissal, but Tilak Varma started positively. Mumbai Indians are now 183/2, needing 38 runs off 30 balls, setting up a tense finish.8 Runs 1 WktTilak Varma 4(4)Ryan Rickelton 80(41)Tilak Varma starts with a confident boundary | Mumbai Indians – 183/2 (14.3)March 29, 2026 10:44 pmTilak Varma announces his arrival with a confident boundary off Kartik Tyagi, showcasing immediate intent and keeping Mumbai Indians’ run chase firmly on track.Kartik Tyagi strikes, Suryakumar Yadav falls | Mumbai Indians – 179/2 (14.2)March 29, 2026 10:43 pmA crucial wicket for KKR as Suryakumar Yadav is caught by Rinku Singh off Kartik Tyagi. He departs after a rapid 16 runs, giving KKR a much-needed breakthrough in this intense chase.Wicket! Suryakumar Yadav departs179/2BattingSuryakumar Yadavc Rinku Singh b Kartik TyagiBowlingSuryakumar Yadav finds the boundary off Kartik Tyagi | Mumbai Indians – 179/1 (14.1)March 29, 2026 10:42 pmSuryakumar Yadav starts the new over with a confident boundary off Kartik Tyagi, showcasing his aggressive intent and keeping Mumbai Indians’ chase on track.Mumbai Indians dominate, reach 175/1 after 14 overs | Mumbai Indians – 175/1 (14.0)March 29, 2026 10:40 pmMumbai Indians continue their strong run chase, reaching 175/1 after 14 overs. Ryan Rickelton and Suryakumar Yadav added 12 runs in the over, keeping the required run rate well within reach.Over 14 — Varun Chakravarthy 175/112 runs · 0WRyan Rickelton 80(41)Suryakumar Yadav 12(6)Rickelton ends the over with a confident boundary | Mumbai Indians – 175/1 (14.0)March 29, 2026 10:40 pmRyan Rickelton smashes a well-timed boundary off Varun Chakravarthy, ending the over on a high note. His aggressive batting continues to propel Mumbai Indians’ rapid run chase.Suryakumar Yadav begins over with a boundary | Mumbai Indians – 167/1 (13.1)March 29, 2026 10:37 pmSuryakumar Yadav greets Varun Chakravarthy with a well-placed boundary, showcasing his immediate intent and keeping Mumbai Indians’ chase in high gear.Mumbai Indians power to 163/1 after 13 overs | Mumbai Indians – 163/1 (13.0)March 29, 2026 10:36 pmAnukul Roy’s over yields 11 runs for Mumbai Indians, with Ryan Rickelton hitting a six and Suryakumar Yadav contributing. The score now stands at 163/1 after 13 overs.Over 13 — Anukul Roy 163/111 runs · 0WRyan Rickelton 75(38)Suryakumar Yadav 6(3)Ryan Rickelton smashes a powerful six off Anukul Roy | Mumbai Indians – 163/1 (13.0)March 29, 2026 10:36 pmRyan Rickelton continues his aggressive batting, sending Anukul Roy’s delivery soaring for a massive six. He’s looking in ominous form, further accelerating Mumbai Indians’ chase.Mumbai Indians reach 152/1 after 12 overs | Mumbai Indians – 152/1 (12.0)March 29, 2026 10:33 pmThe 12th over was a dramatic one, with Rohit Sharma falling for 78, but Suryakumar Yadav starting with a boundary. Mumbai Indians are now 152/1, needing 68 runs from 48 balls.Ryan Rickelton 67(34)  Suryakumar Yadav 4(1)Suryakumar Yadav starts with a confident boundary | Mumbai Indians – 148/1 (11.5)March 29, 2026 10:33 pmSuryakumar Yadav announces his arrival at the crease with a confident boundary off Vaibhav Arora, showing immediate intent after the fall of a wicket.Crucial wicket as Rohit Sharma falls for 78 | Mumbai Indians – 148/1 (11.5)March 29, 2026 10:31 pmA crucial breakthrough for KKR as Rohit Sharma is caught by Anukul Roy off Vaibhav Arora. A magnificent innings of 78 from 38 balls comes to an end, giving KKR a much-needed wicket.Wicket! Rohit Sharma departs148/1BattingBatterRB4s6sSRRohit Sharmac Anukul Roy b Vaibhav Arora783866205.26BowlingBowlerOMRWEcoVaibhav Arora2.5037113.06Rohit Sharma launches another massive six | Mumbai Indians – 145/0 (11.2)March 29, 2026 10:27 pmRohit Sharma continues his aggressive display, smashing Vaibhav Arora for a colossal six. This powerful stroke further fuels Mumbai Indians’ rapid chase, keeping the pressure on the opposition.Rohit Sharma dispatches Arora for a boundary | Mumbai Indians – 139/0 (11.1)March 29, 2026 10:26 pmRohit Sharma starts the over with a delightful boundary off Vaibhav Arora, showcasing his elegant strokeplay and keeping Mumbai Indians’ chase on a strong footing.Mumbai Indians reach 135/0 after 11 overs, needing 86 from 54 | Mumbai Indians – 135/0 (11.0)March 29, 2026 10:25 pmMumbai Indians added 13 runs in the 11th over, including a six and a four, bowled by Varun Chakravarthy. Rohit Sharma and Ryan Rickelton continue their strong partnership, pushing the score to 135/0.Over 11 — Varun Chakravarthy 135/013 runs · 0WRyan Rickelton 66(33)Rohit Sharma 67(34)Rickelton ends the over with a confident boundary | Mumbai Indians – 135/0 (11.0)March 29, 2026 10:25 pmRyan Rickelton smashes a boundary off Varun Chakravarthy, ending the over on a high note. His aggressive batting continues to propel Mumbai Indians’ rapid run chase.Rickelton smokes a massive six off Chakravarthy | Mumbai Indians – 129/0 (10.2)March 29, 2026 10:23 pmRyan Rickelton dispatches Varun Chakravarthy for a huge six, further accelerating Mumbai Indians’ dominant chase. His powerful hitting is keeping the run rate soaring.Mumbai Indians reach 122/0 at the halfway mark | Mumbai Indians – 122/0 (10.0)March 29, 2026 10:21 pmMumbai Indians conclude the 10th over at 122/0, with Rohit Sharma and Ryan Rickelton maintaining their aggressive stance. Another 8 runs were added, keeping the chase on a rapid trajectory.Ryan Rickelton 55(29)  Rohit Sharma 65(32)Rohit Sharma finds the fence off Kartik Tyagi | Mumbai Indians – 115/0 (9.3)March 29, 2026 10:19 pmRohit Sharma confidently plays Kartik Tyagi for a boundary, showcasing his excellent placement and keeping Mumbai Indians’ chase on track.Ryan Rickelton blazes to a rapid half-century | Mumbai Indians – 109/0 (8.4)March 29, 2026 10:13 pmRyan Rickelton brings up his blistering half-century in just 24 balls, including 2 fours and 6 sixes. His aggressive batting has been instrumental in Mumbai Indians’ rapid chase.RYAN RICKELTON’S BRILLIANT HALF-CENTURYRyan RickeltonRyan Rickelton reaches his fifty in just 24 balls!50Ryan Rickelton hammers another six off Narine | Mumbai Indians – 108/0 (8.3)March 29, 2026 10:13 pmRyan Rickelton continues his aggressive assault, smashing Sunil Narine for another huge six. He’s now just one hit away from a well-deserved half-century, pushing Mumbai Indians closer to the target.Rickelton and Sharma forge a sensational century stand | Mumbai Indians – 102/0 (8.1)March 29, 2026 10:12 pmRyan Rickelton and Rohit Sharma have brought up a magnificent 100-run partnership, setting a formidable platform for Mumbai Indians in their chase. Their aggressive hitting has put KKR on the back foot.100Sensational Century StandRyan Rickelton and Rohit Sharma complete 100-run partnership!Ryan Rickelton smashes a huge six off Narine | Mumbai Indians – 102/0 (8.1)March 29, 2026 10:12 pmRyan Rickelton welcomes Sunil Narine into the attack with a massive six, showcasing his attacking prowess. This shot helps Mumbai Indians maintain their aggressive run chase.Rohit Sharma carves another boundary | Mumbai Indians – 94/0 (7.3)March 29, 2026 10:10 pmRohit Sharma confidently dispatches Varun Chakravarthy for a boundary, showcasing his excellent form and keeping Mumbai Indians’ chase on a strong trajectory.Mumbai Indians maintain strong start at 88/0 after 7 overs | Mumbai Indians – 88/0 (7.0)March 29, 2026 10:07 pmSunil Narine bowls the seventh over, conceding 8 runs, including a six. Mumbai Indians are now 88/0 after 7 overs, with Rohit Sharma and Ryan Rickelton maintaining their aggressive stance.8 Runs 0 WktRyan Rickelton 35(17)Rohit Sharma 52(25)Ryan Rickelton smashes a huge six off Narine | Mumbai Indians – 88/0 (6.4)March 29, 2026 10:07 pmRyan Rickelton welcomes Sunil Narine into the attack with a massive six, showcasing his attacking prowess. This shot helps Mumbai Indians maintain their aggressive run chase.Rohit Sharma blazes to a rapid half-century | Mumbai Indians – 80/0 (6.0)March 29, 2026 10:02 pmRohit Sharma reaches his fifty in just 23 balls, featuring 3 fours and 5 sixes. His explosive batting is powering Mumbai Indians’ chase against a formidable total.HALF-CENTURY FOR ROHIT SHARMARohit SharmaRohit Sharma reaches his fifty in just 23 balls!50Rohit Sharma’s half-century powers Mumbai Indians to 80/0 after 6 overs | Mumbai Indians – 80/0 (6.0)March 29, 2026 10:01 pmRohit Sharma notches up a blistering half-century, leading Mumbai Indians to a formidable 80/0 at the end of the powerplay. Kartik Tyagi’s over proved expensive, conceding 16 runs.16 Runs 0 WktRohit Sharma 51(23)Ryan Rickelton 28(13)Rohit Sharma nears fifty with another powerful six | Mumbai Indians – 78/0 (5.4)March 29, 2026 10:00 pmRohit Sharma continues his relentless assault, smashing Kartik Tyagi for another massive six. He’s just one hit away from a well-deserved half-century, dominating the KKR bowlers.Rohit Sharma smashes a huge six off Kartik Tyagi | Mumbai Indians – 70/0 (5.1)March 29, 2026 9:58 pmRohit Sharma welcomes Kartik Tyagi to the attack with a colossal six, showcasing his power and intent. This aggressive stroke further accelerates Mumbai Indians’ chase.Mumbai Indians finish powerplay with a powerful 64/0 | Mumbai Indians – 64/0 (5.0)March 29, 2026 9:56 pmVarun Chakravarthy bowls the fifth over, conceding 15 runs, including a six and a four. Mumbai Indians end the powerplay at a strong 64/0, with Rohit Sharma and Ryan Rickelton dominating.Over 5by Varun ChakravarthyRyan Rickelton 28(13)  Rohit Sharma 35(17)Rohit Sharma carves a boundary off Chakravarthy | Mumbai Indians – 63/0 (4.3)March 29, 2026 9:55 pmRohit Sharma dispatches Varun Chakravarthy for another boundary, maintaining Mumbai Indians’ aggressive start. His excellent timing is keeping the scoreboard moving rapidly.Rickelton and Sharma combine for a fiery fifty-run partnership | Mumbai Indians – 59/0 (4.2)March 29, 2026 9:54 pmRyan Rickelton and Rohit Sharma have forged a brilliant 50-run partnership, providing a strong platform for Mumbai Indians in their challenging chase. Their aggressive approach has put KKR under pressure.50Dynamic duo brings up fifty-run standRyan Rickelton and Rohit Sharma complete 50-run partnership!Rohit Sharma smashes a huge six off Chakravarthy | Mumbai Indians – 59/0 (4.2)March 29, 2026 9:54 pmRohit Sharma greets Varun Chakravarthy with a massive six, showcasing his aggressive intent and powerful hitting. This stroke adds significant momentum to Mumbai Indians’ chase.Ryan Rickelton hammers another huge six | Mumbai Indians – 49/0 (3.5)March 29, 2026 9:48 pmRyan Rickelton unleashes another powerful six off Blessing Muzarabani, showcasing his destructive form. This boundary further propels Mumbai Indians’ scoring rate in their challenging chase.Rohit Sharma opens the over with a towering six | Mumbai Indians – 40/0 (3.1)March 29, 2026 9:45 pmRohit Sharma launches Blessing Muzarabani for a huge six, kicking off the over with an aggressive statement. This powerful stroke keeps Mumbai Indians’ run rate soaring.Ryan Rickelton hits back-to-back sixes | Mumbai Indians – 34/0 (3.0)March 29, 2026 9:44 pmRyan Rickelton unleashes his second consecutive six off Vaibhav Arora, continuing Mumbai Indians’ aggressive start and contributing to a rapid accumulation of runs.MUMBAI INDIANS’ BOUNDARY BARRAGE CONTINUESRyan RickeltonThree boundaries in quick succession for Mumbai Indians!3Ryan Rickelton dispatches Vaibhav Arora for a maximum | Mumbai Indians – 28/0 (2.5)March 29, 2026 9:42 pmRyan Rickelton unleashes a magnificent six off Vaibhav Arora, adding to Mumbai Indians’ aggressive start. His powerful strokeplay is vital in their pursuit of a challenging total.Rohit Sharma launches a massive six | Mumbai Indians – 21/0 (2.2)March 29, 2026 9:40 pmRohit Sharma dispatches Vaibhav Arora’s delivery high and handsome over the boundary for a maximum. A powerful statement from the opener, accelerating Mumbai Indians’ chase.Mumbai Indians steady at 15/0 after two overs | Mumbai Indians – 15/0 (2.0)March 29, 2026 9:38 pmBlessing Muzarabani bowls the second over, conceding 9 runs as Mumbai Indians reach 15/0. Ryan Rickelton and Rohit Sharma are looking steady at the crease, setting up the chase.Over 2 — Blessing Muzarabani 15/09 runs · 0WRyan Rickelton 9(7)Rohit Sharma 5(5)Ryan Rickelton finds the boundary again | Mumbai Indians – 11/0 (1.4)March 29, 2026 9:37 pmRyan Rickelton continues his aggressive start, smashing Blessing Muzarabani for another boundary. His confident strokeplay is keeping Mumbai Indians on track in their chase.Rohit Sharma dispatches a boundary off Muzarabani | Mumbai Indians – 10/0 (1.3)March 29, 2026 7:33 pmRohit Sharma gets into his stride with a well-timed boundary off Blessing Muzarabani. This shot signals his intent to accelerate the scoring for Mumbai Indians in their chase.Mumbai Indians begin their chase with 6 runs in the first over | Mumbai Indians – 6/0 (1.0)March 29, 2026 7:38 pmVaibhav Arora bowls the first over for Mumbai Indians, conceding 6 runs. Ryan Rickelton starts aggressively with a boundary, setting the tone for the chase.Ryan Rickelton 5(5)  Rohit Sharma 0(1)Ryan Rickelton smashes an early boundary | Mumbai Indians – 6/0 (0.3)March 29, 2026 7:42 pmRyan Rickelton opens his account with a powerful boundary off Vaibhav Arora, signaling Mumbai Indians’ aggressive intent early in their chase.Kolkata Knight Riders post a massive 220/4 | Kolkata Knight Riders – 220/4 (20.0)March 29, 2026 7:42 pmKolkata Knight Riders conclude their innings with a massive 220/4 after 20 overs, thanks to stellar half-centuries from Ajinkya Rahane and Angkrish Raghuvanshi, and strong contributions from Rinku Singh and Ramandeep Singh.Kolkata Knight Riders finish their innings220/4BattingBatterRB4s6sSRRamandeep Singhnot out4400100Rinku Singhnot out332140157.14BowlingBowlerOMRWEcoJasprit Bumrah4.003508.75Hardik Pandya3.0039113Kolkata Knight Riders post a colossal 220/4 | Kolkata Knight Riders – 220/4 (20.0)March 29, 2026 7:43 pmKolkata Knight Riders finish their innings at 220/4 after 20 overs. Angkrish Raghuvanshi’s half-century and Rinku Singh’s late surge propelled them to a commanding total, setting a challenging target for the opposition.11 Runs 0 WktRamandeep Singh 4(4)Rinku Singh 33(21)KKR finishes strong with 220/4 after 20 overs | Kolkata Knight Riders – 220/4 (20.0)March 29, 2026 7:45 pmJasprit Bumrah bowls the final over, conceding 11 runs. KKR finishes their innings at an imposing 220/4 after 20 overs, setting a challenging target for the opposition.Ramandeep Singh 4(4)  Rinku Singh 33(21)Rinku Singh dispatches Bumrah for a boundary | Kolkata Knight Riders – 217/4 (19.3)March 29, 2026 7:45 pmRinku Singh smashes Jasprit Bumrah for a well-timed boundary, keeping the scoreboard ticking rapidly in the death overs. A valuable four for KKR.Hardik Pandya’s over brings a wicket, KKR crosses 200 | Kolkata Knight Riders – 209/4 (19.0)March 29, 2026 7:47 pmHardik Pandya bowls the 19th over, picking up a crucial wicket but also conceding 8 runs. KKR reaches 209/4, with Rinku Singh and Ramandeep Singh now tasked with the final push.Ramandeep Singh 3(2)  Rinku Singh 25(16)Hardik Pandya removes the dangerous Raghuvanshi | Kolkata Knight Riders – 205/4 (18.3)March 29, 2026 7:49 pmHardik Pandya gets the breakthrough, dismissing Angkrish Raghuvanshi just after his fifty. Raghuvanshi is caught by Tilak Varma, ending a crucial innings of 51 runs for KKR.Raghuvanshi departs after a superb fifty205/4BattingBatterRB4s6sSRAngkrish Raghuvanshic Tilak Varma b Hardik Pandya512962175.86BowlingBowlerOMRWEcoHardik Pandya2.3035114.00Jasprit Bumrah3.002408.00Angkrish Raghuvanshi blazes to a magnificent fifty | Kolkata Knight Riders – 205/3 (18.2)March 29, 2026 7:49 pmAngkrish Raghuvanshi brings up his fifty with a superb display of batting, reaching the milestone in just 28 balls. His aggressive innings has been crucial for KKR’s strong total.HALF-CENTURY FOR ANGKRISH RAGHUVANSHIAngkrish RaghuvanshiAngkrish Raghuvanshi reaches 50!50Raghuvanshi finds the fence off Hardik Pandya | Kolkata Knight Riders – 201/3 (18.1)March 29, 2026 7:50 pmAngkrish Raghuvanshi dispatches Hardik Pandya for a well-placed boundary, showcasing his excellent timing and intent. He’s crucial in accelerating KKR’s innings.Bumrah’s over yields 8 runs, KKR nears 200 | Kolkata Knight Riders – 199/3 (18.0)March 29, 2026 7:52 pmJasprit Bumrah bowls the 18th over, giving away 8 runs including a boundary. KKR stands at 199/3 after 18 overs, with Raghuvanshi and Singh poised for a strong finish.Over 18 — Jasprit Bumrah 199/38 runs · 0WAngkrish Raghuvanshi 47(27)Rinku Singh 23(14)Rinku Singh and Angkrish Raghuvanshi build a crucial 50-run stand | Kolkata Knight Riders – 195/3 (17.1)March 29, 2026 7:57 pmRinku Singh and Angkrish Raghuvanshi have forged a vital 50-run partnership, stabilizing the innings and accelerating the scoring rate for KKR. This stand has been crucial in building a strong total.50Partnership MilestoneRinku Singh and Angkrish Raghuvanshi complete a 50-run partnership!Raghuvanshi welcomes Bumrah with a cracking four | Kolkata Knight Riders – 195/3 (17.1)March 29, 2026 7:58 pmAngkrish Raghuvanshi starts the over with a confident boundary off Jasprit Bumrah, showcasing his aggressive intent and adding crucial runs to KKR’s total.KKR surges past 190 after 17 overs | Kolkata Knight Riders – 191/3 (17.0)March 29, 2026 7:59 pmShardul Thakur finishes his spell, and KKR adds 14 runs to their total, including a six and a four. Rinku Singh and Angkrish Raghuvanshi are dominating, taking the score to 191/3 after 17 overs.14 Runs 0 WktRinku Singh 21(12)Angkrish Raghuvanshi 41(23)Rinku Singh punches Shardul Thakur for four | Kolkata Knight Riders – 187/3 (16.5)March 29, 2026 8:00 pmRinku Singh expertly dispatches Shardul Thakur for a boundary, showcasing his ability to find gaps and keep the pressure on the fielding side. A valuable four for KKR.Angkrish Raghuvanshi smashes a colossal six | Kolkata Knight Riders – 186/3 (16.3)March 29, 2026 8:00 pmAngkrish Raghuvanshi dispatches Shardul Thakur for a towering six, adding crucial runs to KKR’s scoreboard. This powerful shot showcases his aggressive batting.Rinku Singh finds the boundary off Trent Boult | Kolkata Knight Riders – 167/3 (15.0)March 29, 2026 8:01 pmRinku Singh starts the new over with a confident boundary off Trent Boult, keeping KKR’s scoring momentum high. A well-timed shot adds to the team’s impressive total.Allah Ghazanfar finishes his spell, KKR at 167/3 | Kolkata Knight Riders – 167/3 (15.0)March 29, 2026 8:02 pmAllah Ghazanfar bowls the 15th over, conceding 6 runs. KKR continues to build on their strong foundation, reaching 167/3, with Angkrish Raghuvanshi and Rinku Singh in the middle.6 Runs 0 WktAngkrish Raghuvanshi 31(19)Rinku Singh 8(4)Raghuvanshi finishes the over with a towering six | Kolkata Knight Riders – 161/3 (14.5)March 29, 2026 8:02 pmAngkrish Raghuvanshi smashes Allah Ghazanfar for a huge six, showcasing his power and intent. This maximum pushes KKR’s score further, maintaining their aggressive momentum.Raghuvanshi adds another boundary to his tally | Kolkata Knight Riders – 161/3 (14.5)March 29, 2026 8:03 pmAngkrish Raghuvanshi dispatches Allah Ghazanfar for another boundary, showcasing his excellent timing and placement. He’s building a valuable partnership in the middle.Rinku Singh opens his account with a boundary | Kolkata Knight Riders – 154/3 (14.1)March 29, 2026 8:04 pmRinku Singh wastes no time, smashing Allah Ghazanfar for a boundary to get his innings underway. This confident shot adds to KKR’s impressive score.Raghuvanshi finds the ropes, KKR crosses 150 | Kolkata Knight Riders – 150/3 (13.5)March 29, 2026 8:05 pmAngkrish Raghuvanshi dispatches Shardul Thakur for a boundary, pushing KKR past the 150-run mark. A crucial shot to maintain momentum after the fall of Rahane.Ajinkya Rahane departs after a brilliant 67 | Kolkata Knight Riders – 145/3 (13.3)March 29, 2026 8:12 pmShardul Thakur takes a crucial wicket, dismissing the in-form Ajinkya Rahane, who is caught by Hardik Pandya. Rahane departs after a superb 67, giving Mumbai Indians a vital breakthrough.Rahane falls to Shardul Thakur145/3BattingAjinkya Rahanec Hardik Pandya b Shardul Thakur67(40) 4s: 3 6s: 5 SR: 167.5BowlingShardul Thakur3/20 2.3 ov Eco: 8.00Trent Boult0/28 3.0 ov Eco: 9.33Boult’s over yields 8 runs, KKR at 144/2 | Kolkata Knight Riders – 144/2 (13.0)March 29, 2026 8:15 pmTrent Boult’s over concludes with 8 runs added to KKR’s total, including a boundary. KKR stands at 144/2 after 13 overs, with Rahane and Raghuvanshi in control.8 Runs 0 WktAjinkya Rahane 67(39)Angkrish Raghuvanshi 16(12)Angkrish Raghuvanshi dispatches Boult for four | Kolkata Knight Riders – 143/2 (12.5)March 29, 2026 8:18 pmAngkrish Raghuvanshi finds the ropes with a well-timed shot off Trent Boult, adding another boundary to KKR’s growing total. He’s building a steady innings for his team.Rahane unleashes a powerful maximum | Kolkata Knight Riders – 126/2 (10.1)March 29, 2026 8:19 pmAjinkya Rahane continues his aggressive display, launching Allah Ghazanfar for a massive six. This powerful shot adds to KKR’s impressive total and keeps the run rate soaring.Shardul Thakur’s over brings a wicket and runs for KKR | Kolkata Knight Riders – 120/2 (10.0)March 29, 2026 8:20 pmShardul Thakur bowls an over that yields 9 runs for KKR but also brings a crucial wicket. KKR stands at 110/2 after 9 overs, with Ajinkya Rahane still at the crease.9 Runs 1 WktAjinkya Rahane 53(29)Angkrish Raghuvanshi 7(4)Angkrish Raghuvanshi finds the fence with ease | Kolkata Knight Riders – 118/2 (9.4)March 29, 2026 8:21 pmAngkrish Raghuvanshi hits a well-timed boundary off Trent Boult, adding to KKR’s impressive total. A confident start for the new batsman.Ajinkya Rahane smashes a brilliant fifty | Kolkata Knight Riders – 113/2 (9.2)March 29, 2026 8:33 pmAjinkya Rahane brings up a fantastic fifty off just 27 balls, showcasing his aggressive intent with 3 fours and 4 sixes. A crucial innings for KKR.FIFTY FOR AJINKYA RAHANEAjinkya RahaneAjinkya Rahane brings up his fifty!50Cameron Green caught, Mumbai Indians get a key wicket | Kolkata Knight Riders – 109/2 (8.5)March 29, 2026 8:36 pmShardul Thakur claims a vital wicket, dismissing Cameron Green who is caught by Sherfane Rutherford. Green departs after a quickfire 18 runs, giving Mumbai Indians a crucial breakthrough.Green departs, Thakur strikes again109/2Batting1 Cameron Green 18 (10) 1×4 1×6 180.00BowlingShardul Thakur 2 -18 1.5ov 9.82Allah Ghazanfar 0 -24 2.0ov 12.00Jasprit Bumrah 0 -11 1.0ov 11.00Hardik Pandya 0 -29 2.0ov 14.50Mayank Markande 0 -16 1.0ov 16.00Cameron Green drives Shardul Thakur for four | Kolkata Knight Riders – 107/1 (8.2)March 29, 2026 8:39 pmCameron Green continues his aggressive batting, finding the boundary with a well-timed shot off Shardul Thakur. KKR’s scoring rate remains high.Mayank Markande’s expensive over for KKR | Kolkata Knight Riders – 94/1 (7.0)March 29, 2026 8:41 pmMayank Markande’s over yields 16 runs for KKR, with Cameron Green and Ajinkya Rahane continuing their aggressive batting. KKR reaches 94/1 after 7 overs.Ajinkya Rahane 45(22)  Cameron Green 8(3)Green announces his arrival with a towering six | Kolkata Knight Riders – 88/1 (6.5)March 29, 2026 8:43 pmCameron Green welcomes Mayank Markande into the attack with a massive six, sending the ball soaring over the boundary. A confident start from the new batsman.Rahane launches Mayank Markande for a maximum | Kolkata Knight Riders – 81/1 (6.3)March 29, 2026 8:47 pmAjinkya Rahane smashes a powerful six off Mayank Markande, adding crucial runs to KKR’s total. His confident batting is keeping the scoreboard ticking at a brisk pace.Kolkata Knight Riders end powerplay with a powerful 78/1 | Kolkata Knight Riders – 78/1 (6.0)March 29, 2026 8:47 pmKolkata Knight Riders conclude the powerplay at 78/1. Ajinkya Rahane leads the charge with an aggressive innings, while Shardul Thakur provided the crucial breakthrough for Mumbai Indians.Over 6 — Shardul Thakur 78/110 runs · 1WAjinkya Rahane 36(18)Cameron Green 1(1)Bumrah’s over yields 11 runs for KKR | Kolkata Knight Riders – 68/0 (5.0)March 29, 2026 8:49 pmJasprit Bumrah bowls the 5th over, conceding 11 runs. Finn Allen and Ajinkya Rahane are in excellent touch, pushing KKR’s score to 68/0 at the end of the over.11 Runs 0 WktAjinkya Rahane 27(14)Finn Allen 37(16)Hardik Pandya’s expensive over fuels KKR’s fiery start | Kolkata Knight Riders – 57/0 (4.0)March 29, 2026 8:49 pmHardik Pandya’s over proves to be incredibly expensive, as KKR’s openers Ajinkya Rahane and Finn Allen unleash a barrage of boundaries, propelling the score to 57/0 after 4 overs.26 Runs 0 WktAjinkya Rahane 21(10)Finn Allen 32(14)Allah Ghazanfar’s expensive over for KKR | Kolkata Knight Riders – 31/0 (3.0)March 29, 2026 8:55 pmAllah Ghazanfar bowls an eventful third over, conceding 17 runs as KKR’s openers continue their aggressive start, pushing the score to 31/0.Over 3 — Allah Ghazanfar 31/017 runs · 0WAjinkya Rahane 9(7)Finn Allen 20(11)Hardik Pandya delivers a disciplined second over | Kolkata Knight Riders – 14/0 (2.0)March 29, 2026 8:57 pmHardik Pandya bowls a controlled second over, conceding just 4 runs. KKR are 14/0 after 2 overs, with Ajinkya Rahane and Finn Allen at the crease.Ajinkya Rahane 8(6)  Finn Allen 4(6)Rahane dispatches it to the boundary to end the powerplay | Kolkata Knight Riders – 78/1 (6.0)March 29, 2026 8:57 pmAjinkya Rahane ends the powerplay with another boundary, finding the fence with a well-timed shot. He’s looking to anchor the innings for KKR after the early wicket.Rahane responds with a boundary | Kolkata Knight Riders – 74/1 (5.4)March 29, 2026 8:58 pmAjinkya Rahane hits a crucial boundary after the fall of a wicket, easing the pressure and keeping the scoreboard ticking for Kolkata Knight Riders.Shardul Thakur claims the big wicket of Finn Allen | Kolkata Knight Riders – 69/1 (5.2)March 29, 2026 8:58 pmShardul Thakur gets the crucial breakthrough for Mumbai Indians, as Finn Allen is caught by Tilak Varma. Allen departs after a quickfire innings, shifting the momentum in the match.Finn Allen departs after a fiery start69/1BattingFinn Allenc Tilak Varma b Shardul ThakurBowlingFinn Allen pierces the field for another boundary | Kolkata Knight Riders – 66/0 (4.3)March 29, 2026 9:02 pmFinn Allen finds the boundary again, extending KKR’s blistering start. His confident strokeplay is putting immense pressure on the Mumbai Indians bowlers.Rahane drives Bumrah through the covers | Kolkata Knight Riders – 61/0 (4.1)March 29, 2026 9:05 pmAjinkya Rahane greets Jasprit Bumrah with a superb boundary, driving through the covers with impeccable timing. KKR’s openers are showing no signs of slowing down.Blistering Fifty-Run Opening Stand | Kolkata Knight Riders – 57/0 (4.0)March 29, 2026 9:05 pmAjinkya Rahane and Finn Allen have brought up a crucial 50-run partnership, setting a strong foundation for Kolkata Knight Riders with their aggressive batting display.OPENING PARTNERSHIP FIFTYAjinkya Rahane and Finn AllenAjinkya Rahane and Finn Allen bring up a rapid 50-run partnership for KKR!50Finn Allen smashes back-to-back boundaries | Kolkata Knight Riders – 53/0 (3.5)March 29, 2026 9:05 pmFinn Allen continues his aggressive assault, finding the fence for the second consecutive delivery. He’s building a strong partnership and putting the Mumbai bowlers under severe pressure.KKR’s aggressive start continues53/0BattingBowlingFinn Allen pierces the off-side field for four | Kolkata Knight Riders – 48/0 (3.4)March 29, 2026 9:08 pmFinn Allen continues his aggressive start, finding the boundary with a well-placed shot through the off-side. The openers are putting on a show for KKR.Rahane unleashes another towering maximum | Kolkata Knight Riders – 43/0 (3.2)March 29, 2026 9:12 pmAjinkya Rahane is on fire! Another colossal six, clearing the boundary with ease. He’s punishing Hardik Pandya and making a serious statement for KKR.Rahane launches a majestic shot for maximum | Kolkata Knight Riders – 31/0 (3.0)March 29, 2026 9:15 pmAjinkya Rahane joins the party, smashing a powerful six to keep the scoreboard moving for Kolkata Knight Riders. He’s looking to accelerate the innings.Finn Allen muscles a magnificent six | Kolkata Knight Riders – 25/0 (2.5)March 29, 2026 9:15 pmFinn Allen unleashes a powerful shot, sending the ball soaring over the ropes for a maximum. He’s looking to accelerate the scoring for KKR.Finn Allen unleashes a powerful maximum | Kolkata Knight Riders – 25/0 (2.4)March 29, 2026 9:15 pmFinn Allen picks up the length early and dispatches it with immense power, sending the ball soaring over the boundary ropes for a massive six! What a statement from the opener.Finn Allen finds the gap with precision | Kolkata Knight Riders – 19/0 (2.3)March 29, 2026 9:31 pmFinn Allen continues to build momentum for KKR, dispatching the ball to the boundary with a well-timed drive. He is looking in good touch early on.Finn Allen pierces the off-side field for four | Kolkata Knight Riders – 14/0 (1.4)March 29, 2026 9:33 pmFinn Allen opens his boundary account with a delightful drive, finding the gap with precision and sending the ball racing to the fence.Rahane dispatches Boult for a maximum | Kolkata Knight Riders – 8/0 (0.3)March 29, 2026 9:36 pmAjinkya Rahane opens his account with a magnificent six, sending the ball sailing over the ropes and setting the tone for Kolkata Knight Riders.Squads Unveiled for the High-Stakes EncounterMarch 29, 2026 9:37 pmThe playing XIs for both Mumbai Indians and Kolkata Knight Riders have been announced, setting the stage for an exciting contest with a blend of seasoned campaigners and promising young talent.Mumbai Indians4. Hardik PandyaAll-rounder5. Sherfane RutherfordBatsman7. Shardul ThakurAll-rounderKolkata Knight Riders3. Cameron GreenAll-rounder4. Angkrish RaghuvanshiBatsman6. Ramandeep SinghAll-rounder8. Sunil NarineAll-rounder9. Varun ChakravarthyBowler11. Blessing MuzarabaniBowlerMumbai Indians Opt to Bowl First After Winning TossMarch 29, 2026 9:38 pmMumbai Indians won the toss and, without hesitation, elected to bowl first, aiming to exploit any early movement on the pitch and chase a target.