IPL 2017: Kings XI Punjab beat Kolkata Knight Riders by 14 runs

Kings XI Punjab players celebrate their 14-run victory over Kolkata Knight Riders which kept alive their chances of qualifying for the Indian Premier League playoffs. (BCCI)

Updated on: May 10, 2017 12:48 AM IST

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Kings XI Punjab players celebrate their 14-run victory over Kolkata Knight Riders which kept alive their chances of qualifying for the Indian Premier League playoffs. (BCCI)

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Kolkata Knight Riders captain Gautam Gambhir won the toss and opted to field against Kings XI Punjab in Mohali on Tuesday. (BCCI)

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It was a must-win tie for Kings XI Punjab who were fifth in the IPL standings a loss would have meant that they were out of contention for the playoffs. (BCCI)

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Kolkata Knight Riders started on a good note by removing the Kings XI Punjab openers early on. (BCCI)

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The Knight Riders regularly clinched wickets and did not let Kings XI Punjab settle down. (BCCI)

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Kings XI Punjab batsmen also played some rash shots to give their wickets away. (BCCI)

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However, Kings XI Punjab captain Glenn Maxwell came good on the day as he top scored with 44 for the team. (BCCI)

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He was well assisted by wicketkeeper-batsman Wriddhiman Saha, who made a useful contribution of 38. (BCCI)

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In reply, Sunil Narine got out early on after hitting a few lucid boundaries. (BCCI)

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Kolkata Knight Riders captain Gautam Gambhir also could not contribute with the bat as he only made 8 before departing. (BCCI)

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But opener Chris Lynn was in his elements as the anchored the innings for Kolkata Knight Riders. (BCCI)

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Lynn scored a brilliant 84. However, he kept running out of support from the other end. (BCCI)

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Kings XI Punjab bowled well when it mattered most to halt the Kolkata Knight Riders at 153/6. (BCCI)

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In the end, it was a comprehensive win for Kings XI Punjab with Mohit Sharma being named Man of the Match. (BCCI)