Kolkata Knight Riders pulled off a dramatic super over win against Lucknow Super Giants in IPL 2026’s 38th match, thanks to Rinku Singh’s masterclass. Batting at a precarious 31/4, Rinku anchored the innings with a brilliant 83* off 51 deliveries, steering KKR to 155/7.
LSG fought back to tie at 155/8, but in the super over, Sunil Narine dismantled their top order with two quick wickets. Rinku then smashed a four off the first ball to secure the win and Player of the Match honors.
Irfan Pathan, speaking on JioStar, lauded the final over fireworks. ‘Rinku’s four sixes off Digvesh Rathi turned the match on its head. Without those 26 runs, KKR wouldn’t have reached this total,’ Pathan declared.
He praised Rinku’s tactical acumen: adjusting positions, farming strike smartly, and showing nerves of steel. ‘His situational awareness and responsibility in pressure scenarios make him special. He decided to keep strike and backed himself to close out the over.’
This victory marks KKR’s back-to-back triumphs. Rinku’s knock not only revived his team but also showcased why he’s a rising star, capable of single-handedly altering game narratives in T20 cricket.
