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IPL 2018: Lynn, Karthik help Kolkata set 192 runs target

IPL 2018: Lynn, Karthik help Kolkata set 192 runs target

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Lynn smashed 41-ball 74 to help his team set a target of 192 runs.

Opener Chris Lynn single-handedly gave Kolkata a brilliant start in their clash against Punjab at the Eden Gardens on Saturday.

Lynn smashed 41-ball 74 to help his team set a target of 192 runs. His innings included six fours and four sixes, before giving away his wicket to Andrew Tye.

Robin Uthappa and skipper Dinesh Karthik took the responsibility on their shoulders to help Kolkata set a decent target.

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While Uthappa contributed 34 of 23 balls, Karthik made 43 runs off 28 balls. 

For Punjab, bowlers Barinder Sran and Andrew Tye took two wickets each while Mujeeb Ur Rahman and Ravichandran Ashwin had one each.

Earlier, Ashwin won the toss and opted to bowl.

After winning the toss, Ashwin said, "We are going to bowl first. This is sort of a fortress for the Kolkata and we will try to restrict them to a decent total."

There is just one change in Punjab's squad, Ankit Rajpoot has replaced Mohit Sharma.

For Kolkata, there is not any change in the playing XI.

Dinesh Karthik said, "Looks a good wicket and it will remain same. We have made no changes. It's been a good start and it's important we stay consistent."