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KKR's Destiny Still in Their Hands: Powell Optimistic Despite Third IPL 2026 Loss

Rovman Powell expressed optimism for the Kolkata Knight Riders despite their third loss in the IPL 2026 season, a narrow three-wicket defeat to the Lucknow Super Giants. He stated the team's fate remains in their own hands with many matches left, and that continued hard work will yield victories. Powell reflected that KKR could have adjusted their bowling plan earlier to counter Mukul Choudhary's aggressive batting. The match was decided on the final ball, with LSG chasing 182 thanks to half-centuries from Ayush Badoni and Choudhary.

Key Points: Rovman Powell on KKR's IPL 2026 Hopes After LSG Defeat

  • KKR suffers third IPL 2026 defeat
  • LSG wins final-ball thriller at Eden Gardens
  • Powell emphasizes team control over destiny
  • Bowling strategy could have been adjusted earlier
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"Our destiny still in our hands": Rovman Powell after KKR's third defeat in IPL 2026

Rovman Powell remains confident KKR can turn their season around after a last-ball thriller loss to LSG, despite a third defeat in IPL 2026.

"Our destiny is still in our hands, we still have many games to go. - Rovman Powell"

Kolkata, April 10

Rovman Powell remained optimistic despite Kolkata Knight Riders' third defeat in the Indian Premier League 2026, saying the team's fate is still in their own hands with several matches left in the tournament.

He noted that the players are putting in the right effort and believes results will follow soon. Powell described KKR's match against Luckow Super Giants (LSG) on Thursday as a closely fought contest, admitting it was unfortunate they ended up on the losing side, but expressed confidence that continued hard work will soon translate into victories.

LSG pulled off a spectacular victory at the Eden Gardens on Thursday, defeating three-time IPL champions KKR by three wickets in a final-ball thriller. Chasing a target of 182, LSG rode on twin half-centuries from Ayush Badoni and Mukul Choudhary to clinch their second victory of the IPL 2026 season.

"Our destiny is still in our hands, we still have many games to go. Once we keep putting in the work, which the guys are doing, the results will come. Sometimes it's not entirely the result because, as you can see tonight, it was a good game of cricket. It's just a little bit unfortunate that we didn't come out on the winning side, but I think victory is coming soon once we keep on doing the right stuff," Powell told the reporters.

Powell admitted that KKR could have adjusted their bowling strategy earlier, suggesting they should have shifted to a wider line sooner after noticing Mukul Choudhary dominating short deliveries. He felt this change might have helped them build pressure and restrict runs with more dot balls.

"We could have gone to a wide plan after we realised that he's (Mukul Choudhary) hitting those short deliveries. We could have gone to a wide plan, maybe a few balls earlier to see how best we could get a few dot balls in," he added.

Choudhary produced one of the standout finishes of the IPL 2026. He played a key role in his LSG's stellar victory against the Kolkata Knight Riders on Thursday. He slammed 54 runs off 27 balls, laced with seven sixes and two fours.

- ANI

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Ananya R
It's heartbreaking to lose such a close match at Eden Gardens. The atmosphere must have been electric. Powell admitting the bowling plan was late is a good sign of accountability. Hope they learn quickly. KKR forever! 💜
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David E
As a neutral fan, that was a fantastic game of cricket! Hats off to Mukul Choudhary for that finish. Powell's optimism is what a team needs from a senior player. The IPL is so unpredictable, they can definitely turn it around.
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Shreya B
Destiny in our hands, but the hands seem to be dropping catches and bowling poorly at the moment? 😅 Jokes aside, the team looks good on paper. Maybe they need a change in the batting order. Let's hope for a strong comeback in the next match!
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Karthik V
Respect to Powell for facing the press after a tough loss. His analysis about the wide line is spot on. In T20, you have to adapt in real-time. Our think tank needs to be sharper. The season is still young, but every point matters.
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Meera T
Three losses already is worrying, no matter how you spin it. The "destiny in our hands" line feels like a standard captain's speech. I want to see action on the field. Where is the aggressive intent we are known for? Time for some tough team selection calls.

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