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Varun Chakravarthy's Comeback Seals KKR Victory Over SRH

Varun Chakravarthy's three-wicket haul and Angkrish Raghuvanshi's 59 runs led KKR to a seven-wicket win over SRH. Skipper Ajinkya Rahane praised Varun's comeback after a slow start to the season. KKR rose to eighth place with seven points, while SRH sits fourth with 12 points. The match saw SRH collapse from a strong position to 165 all out.

Key Points: KKR's Varun Chakravarthy Shines in Win Over SRH

  • Varun Chakravarthy takes 3/36 after early season struggles
  • Angkrish Raghuvanshi scores 59 runs in chase
  • KKR wins by seven wickets with 10 balls left
  • SRH collapses from 105/1 to 165 all out
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"He has been bowling in tough conditions": KKR skipper Rahane hails Varun after win over SRH

Varun Chakravarthy's 3/36 and Angkrish Raghuvanshi's 59 lead Kolkata Knight Riders to a seven-wicket win over Sunrisers Hyderabad. Skipper Ajinkya Rahane praises the team's calm atmosphere.

"Really happy for Varun. The way he came back was amazing. - Ajinkya Rahane"

Hyderabad, May 3

Following his side's win over Sunrisers Hyderabad, Kolkata Knight Riders skipper Ajinkya Rahane hailed spinner Varun Chakravarthy for staging a remarkable comeback and expressed optimism that he will "continue" delivering fine performances.

A sensational three-wicket spell by Varun and a well-compiled knock by Angkrish Raghuvanshi helped KKR secure their third win of the season by seven wickets. Heading into the tournament after a mixed bag T20 World Cup, where spinners' form fell after the group stage, Varun was wicketless in his first three matches. However, in his next four matches, Varun has taken 10 wickets.

Speaking during the post-match presentation, Rahane said that it was a great wicket to bat on and 190-200 would have been a tough target to chase.

"Credit to our bowlers. They kept on taking wickets. The bowling unit has been doing really well. Credit goes to our bowling coaches. It is all about planning and executing. As long as you are clear in your head, that is important. The victory was very important," he said.

Rahane said that despite losing five matches, the atmosphere was calm" within the team and lauded Varun for his performance.

"We lost those five matches, but the atmosphere was calm. We kept it really cool. Really happy for Varun. The way he came back was amazing. Works really hard. Great attitude. He has been bowling in the tough situations. I am sure he will continue his performance," he signed off.

With this win, KKR has risen to eight spot, having also endured five losses and a no result, giving them seven points. SRH is at the fourth spot, with six wins and four losses, giving them 12 points.

SRH won the toss and opted to bat first. However, despite knocks from Travis Head (61 in 27 balls, with nine fours and three sixes) and Ishan Kishan (42 in 29 balls, with four boundaries and two sixes), the Men in Orange failed to capitalise, with Varun Chakravarthy (3/36) and Sunil Narine (2/31) getting quick wickets, causing SRH to collapse from 105/1 to 165 all out.

Later, in a run-chase of 166 runs, Finn Allen (29 in 13 balls, with three fours and two sixes) and an 84-run stand with skipper Ajinkya Rahane (43 in 35 balls, with three fours and a six) and Angkrish Raghuvanshi (59 in 47 balls, with five fours and two sixes) took KKR to a seven-wicket win with 10 balls left.

- ANI

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Michael C
Great to see Rahane leading from the front with a calm head. That 84-run stand with Raghuvanshi was game-changing. SRH had a good start but lost momentum—classic IPL collapse. Varun's mystery bowling is back! 💪
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Priya S
Honestly, I was worried about KKR after those five losses. But this win shows they haven't given up. Varun's bowling in the powerplay and middle overs really turned the match. SRH fans must be heartbroken after such a strong start from Head and Kishan. Cricket is all about momentum! 🏏
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Vikram M
Varun Chakravarthy has always had the ability, it's about confidence. I remember his early T20I days—when he's on song, he's unplayable. Rahane's captaincy seems underrated too; keeping the dressing room calm after five losses is no small feat. That's quality leadership!
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Sarah B
Happy for KKR fans! But I feel SRH lost this one rather than KKR winning it. From 105/1 to 165 all out—that's a batting meltdown. Still, Varun's spell was world-class. Angkrish Raghuvanshi is also looking like a bright prospect for Indian cricket. Future star! ✨
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Rohit P
This is what makes IPL exciting—teams bouncing back. Rahane said 'atmosphere was calm'—that's so typical of Indian cricketers, keeping their cool under pressure. Varun's return to form is great for KKR and Indian cricket overall. Now if only they can keep this momentum! 👍

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