Kolkata Knight Riders narrowly defeated Rajasthan Royals by just 1 run in a thrilling encounter, keeping their IPL 2025 playoff hopes alive, despite a brilliant knock of 95 from Riyan Parag.

• Riyan Parag almost single-handedly steered Rajasthan to victory, with his explosive 95, but his efforts were not enough to get them over the line.
• KKR, on the other hand, set a challenging total thanks to some crucial partnerships, and their bowlers executed under pressure in the death overs.
• The match reached its climax in the final over, where Rajasthan needed 9 runs to win, but KKR’s disciplined bowling and a key wicket turned the game in their favor.
• Despite a valiant effort from Parag, KKR managed to hold on for a 1-run victory, leaving Rajasthan heartbroken and KKR celebrating a crucial win.

With this narrow victory, KKR remain in contention for the playoffs, and they will need to maintain this momentum to secure their spot in the knockout stages.