Netizens took to X to react to the slow and poor batting prowess of Kolkata Knight Riders as the three-time champions were reduced to 73-3 by the end of nine overs against Mumbai Indians. The Knight Riders hosted the five-time champions in the 65th league-stage game of the IPL 2026 at Eden Gardens on Wednesday, May 20. The rain-affected game saw KKR skipper Ajinkya Rahane win the toss and invited the rivals to bat first.

While the Indians were hoping to dominate the KKR homeground, home side wreaked havoc with their bowling prowess and MI were able to post 147 runs with the loss of eight wickets. Corbin Bosch remained the highest scorer for the side with 32* runs in 18 deliveries. In return, the KKR were aiming to continue their momentum, but the visitors seemingly made their way back in the game by reducing their rivals to 73/3 by the end of nine overs.

Opener Finn Allen departed at 8 runs on five balls, while skipper Ajinkya Rahane was forced to walk back on 21 runs. He was dismissed off a Corbin Bosch delivery after getting caught out by Ryan Rickelton. Cameron Green, who came off a star performance in the first innings, failed to perform with the bat and was back in the hut at just four runs.

Netizens react to KKR’s batting against MI

Netizens took to X to react to KKR’s batting against the Mumbai Indians. This is how they reacted-

KKR recorded a four-wicket win over the Mumbai Indians.