Rinku Singh Stars as KKR Beats RR by One Run

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) kept their playoff hopes alive in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 with a thrilling one-run win over Rajasthan Royals (RR), thanks to a late surge from Andre Russell and a crucial performance from Rinku Singh, who may have suffered an injury while saving two crucial runs in the final over.

Rinku Singh, a key player for KKR, played a crucial role in the match, adding 19 runs in six balls and making a crucial diving catch to deny Jofra Archer a boundary. His fielding efforts were instrumental in KKR's win, and he revealed that he prefers fielding over batting, stating that saving runs is a unit effort where every run saved is a bonus.

The win was a team effort, with notable performances from Andre Russell, who scored 57 runs off 25 balls, and other players like Rahane, who made a diving catch despite being injured. KKR's fielding performance was a key factor in their win, and they will look to build on this momentum in their next match against Chennai Super Kings on Wednesday.

Rinku Singh's injury status is still unclear, but the KKR management has not made any official statement about his condition. Despite this, Singh's preference for fielding over batting is a testament to his dedication to the team's success, and his efforts will be crucial in KKR's remaining matches as they look to qualify for the playoffs.

KKR needs to win all their remaining three matches to qualify for the playoffs, and their next match against Chennai Super Kings will be a crucial test of their skills and determination. With Rinku Singh's fielding efforts and the team's overall performance, KKR will look to build on their momentum and make a strong push for the playoffs.