Thu Apr 03 16:00:00 UTC 2025: ## KKR Rout SRH by 80 Runs in IPL 2025 Thriller
**Kolkata, India** – Defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) demolished Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) by a resounding 80 runs at Eden Gardens on Thursday in a thrilling IPL 2025 encounter. A stellar batting performance spearheaded by Venkatesh Iyer’s blistering 29-ball 60 and Angkrish Raghuvanshi’s 32-ball 50 propelled KKR to a formidable 200/6.
Iyer’s explosive innings included a brutal 20-run penultimate over against SRH captain Pat Cummins, showcasing his power hitting and sealing his half-century in style. Significant contributions also came from Ajinkya Rahane (38) and Rinku Singh (32), ensuring a strong platform for KKR.
The KKR bowling attack, dubbed the “V3” – comprising Venkatesh Iyer, Vaibhav Arora, and Varun Chakaravarthy – proved equally impressive, restricting SRH to a far cry from the challenging total. Further details on individual bowling figures were not provided in the release.
The victory cemented KKR’s position as a strong contender in the tournament. The comprehensive win highlights the team’s potent combination of explosive batting and disciplined bowling.
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