NEW DELHI: Kolkata Knight Riders, currently eighth on the table with 11 points, still have a slim chance of reaching the IPL 2026 playoffs despite an inconsistent season marked by losing streaks, injuries, and poor Powerplay performances with both bat and ball. While their ideal scenario is to win both remaining matches convincingly, much depends on the fitness of key spinner Varun Chakaravarthy.

Kolkata Knight Riders must win their crucial IPL match against Mumbai Indians on Wednesday. A defeat will end their playoff chances for the second consecutive season. Even a win…

Kolkata Knight Riders face Mumbai Indians in a high-stakes IPL 2026 showdown on May 20, as KKR eyes playoff qualification at their home ground, Eden Gardens.