Manish Pandey's crucial 45-run knock guided Kolkata Knight Riders to a 4-wicket victory over Mumbai Indians, chasing 148 with seven balls to spare in a rain-affected IPL clash.

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.

Kolkata Knight Riders must defeat Mumbai Indians to stay in the IPL playoff race, as a loss would eliminate their chances for the second consecutive season.

Kolkata Knight Riders kept their playoff hopes alive by defeating Mumbai Indians by four wickets in a rain-affected IPL match. MI, already eliminated, posted 147/8, with Corbin…