Kolkata Knight Riders batsmen looked clueless against a strong and disciplined bowling lineup from Royal Challengers Bangalore on Wednesday, which restricted the two-time IPL champions to a meager 84/8. This is the lowest total ever scored in an inning that lasted all 20 full overs in the IPL, which RCB chased with eight wickets.
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The victory did not affect KKR’s position in the points table, but it did hurt his net run rate. Captain Eoin Morgan lamented his team’s batting inability to come together and credited RCB and his bowlers for keeping things tight.
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“Being 4/5 down from the start is not the position we wanted to be in. RCB bowled well and probably, considering the conditions, we should have done it first. We will learn our lessons and advance into the next game, ”Morgan said after the game.
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“It was about supporting young Indians who showed flashes of talent and potential. They (the RCB bowlers) managed to exploit everything that was offered and given the nature of the tournament, every time you have to do your best against all the teams. “
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KKR was left without two of its biggest star players abroad: Sunil Narine and Andre Russell due to injuries. Russell suffered a knee injury during KKR’s previous match, against Sunrisers Hyderabad, while Narine, whose action has been cleared, was a bummer. His absence was felt as KKR slid into one of their most embarrassing defeats. Morgan recognized the impact of Russell and Narine and looked forward to their speedy recovery.
“Hopefully, they (Narine and Russell) will be available around the corner and we know that when guys of that caliber, particularly SUVs are available, things will be different. Hopefully they will be available soon, ”he said.
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