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KKR Skipper Rahane Admits Kohli's Chase Prowess After Costly Drops

Kolkata Knight Riders skipper Ajinkya Rahane acknowledged that dropped catches of Virat Kohli and Devdutt Padikkal proved costly in their defeat to Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Kohli remained unbeaten on 105 to lead RCB to an easy six-wicket win with five balls remaining. Rahane felt 192 was a competitive total on the Raipur pitch and praised his middle-order batters' effort. He also singled out Kartik Tyagi for his positive attitude and clear mindset with the ball.

Key Points: Rahane: Kohli Dangerous in Chase After KKR's Defeat

  • KKR loses to RCB by six wickets in Raipur
  • Rahane admits dropped catches of Kohli and Padikkal hurt team
  • Kohli scores unbeaten 105 to lead RCB chase
  • Rahane praises Kartik Tyagi's positive mindset
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'We all know Virat Kohli is a dangerous player while chasing': KKR skipper Ajinkya Rahane

KKR skipper Ajinkya Rahane admits Virat Kohli is a dangerous chaser after dropped catches cost his team against RCB, with Kohli scoring an unbeaten century.

"Virat, we all know that while chasing the total, he is a dangerous player. - Ajinkya Rahane"

Raipur, May 14

Kolkata Knight Riders skipper Ajinkya Rahane reflected on his side's defeat to Royal Challengers Bengaluru on Wednesday, acknowledging the impact of drop catches of Virat Kohli and Devdutt Padikkal.

He noted that Kohli remains a dangerous batter in a chase, and also praised Devdutt Padikkal for his strong form in the tournament. Rahane emphasised that dropped catches had hurt KKR but stressed that such errors are part of the game despite the team's hard work.

He also singled out Kartik Tyagi for his positive attitude and clear mindset, saying his execution and commitment with the ball have been encouraging signs for the team.

"Yes, and I mean, Virat, we all know that while chasing the total, he is a dangerous player. Anyway, he's a dangerous player, but Devdutt Padikkal is batting really well in this tournament. So, taking those catches, that's what really helped us in the last four matches. But these things have happened. The guys are working really hard, but you can drop catches. That's okay. (About Kartik Tyagi) He's been really good for us, working really hard. What I like about him is his clear mindset, what he wants to execute while bowling. And that's a really great sign," Rahane said after the match.

Despite chasing a competitive target of 193, Kohli's (105* including 11 fours and three sixes) century and Devdutt Padikkal's 39 helped RCB to an easy six-wicket win, with five balls remaining.

KKR dropped each of Kohli and Padikkal. Kohli was dropped by Rovman Powell off Kartik Tyagi's bowling, while Vaibhav Arora put down a sitter of Padikkal off Cameron Green.

Rahane felt that 192 was actually a competitive total on the Raipur pitch, crediting KKR's middle-order batters, saying it was a very good effort by them.

"I mean, we thought 190 was actually a competitive total on that wicket. The batters who batted in the middle, those middle overs, they thought it was a very good total. You can always say that after the game, 10-15 runs here and there, but I thought it was a very good effort by the batters," he added.

The defending champions jump to the top of the points table with this clinical chase, courtesy Kohli's unbeaten hundred. KKR's 4-match winning streak has ended, and their playoff hopes are hanging by a thread.

- ANI

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Priya S
This was a tough loss for KKR. But Rahane handled the press conference with so much grace. These dropped catches happen, and he knows his boys gave it their best. Kartik Tyagi's bowling is a silver lining for sure!
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Vikram M
I think KKR's batting was actually decent—192 was not a bad score on that pitch. But you can't give a reprieve to a champion like Kohli. Once he's dropped, he makes you pay big time. Padikkal also played a solid hand. Playoffs are looking tricky now. 😬
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Sarah B
As a RCB fan, this win felt so sweet! 🎉 Kohli's 105* was majestic. But KKR shouldn't be too hard on themselves—they've had a great run lately. Rahane's leadership has been impressive this season, and Tyagi's form is a big positive.
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Rohit P
Respect to Rahane for not blaming anyone. In cricket, catches are dropped, it's part of the game. But his point about Kartik Tyagi is spot on—the kid has a clear head and is bowling with real purpose. That's how you build a team for the future. 💪
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Kavya N
I feel for KKR fans. The team has fought so hard in this winning streak, and one off day with the catches undoes all that momentum. But you have to give credit where it's due—Kohli's chase was simply world-class. Rahane's calmness is refreshing to see in a captain.
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