Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) must win the match against Gujarat Titans (GT) in match 60 indian premier league 2026 had a disappointing start Mohammad Siraj Produced a brilliant ball to dismiss the captain Ajinkya Rahane At Eden Gardens on Saturday.
With KKR struggling to keep their playoff hopes alive, early wickets gave Gujarat Titans complete control in the early stages of the contest. Rahane, who has often provided stability at the top for Kolkata this season, had no answer to Siraj’s brilliant inswinger which hit the stumps and stunned the Eden Gardens crowd. The dismissal also marks a personal milestone for Siraj, as the fast bowler has completed 200 wickets in T20 cricket.
Mohammed Siraj bowled a jafa to dismiss Ajinkya Rahane.
After winning the toss, the Gujarat Titans captain decided to field first on a surface that was expected to help the bowlers in the initial stages. The decision paid off immediately as Siraj struck with pace and accuracy in his very first spell. Bowling at around 138 kmph, Siraj bowled a fuller ball which quickly reached Rahane. The KKR captain attempted to hit the ball down the leg side but failed to move his feet. A late inside movement saw the bat completely defeated before it cracked the stumps.
Rahane’s dismissal put Kolkata under immediate pressure in a match they could not afford to lose. KKR entered the competition knowing that they needed to win all their remaining league matches to keep their slim playoff chances alive.
Meanwhile, Gujarat Titans come into the clash sitting comfortably in the top half of the table. A win in Kolkata will officially secure their qualification for the IPL 2026 playoffs, making this match equally important for both sides.
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– Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) 16 May 2026
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Siraj continues impressive campaign in IPL 2026
Siraj has been one of the most reliable performers for Gujarat Titans this season, especially with the new ball. His ability to generate movement at high pace has troubled many top-order batsmen throughout the tournament. Rahane’s wicket once again highlighted Siraj’s growing reputation as a powerplay specialist. More importantly, the success gave Gujarat early momentum in a high-pressure encounter.
As soon as the ball hit the stumps, Siraj celebrated wildly while his teammates surrounded him. Fans on social media were also quick to react, praising the delivery and calling it one of the best balls of the current IPL season.
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