Kolkata Knight Riders' hopes for play-offs were dented after Chennai pulled off a last-minute win. KKR find themselves in a sticky position as a seventh loss this season has opened their chances of being knocked out.&nbsp;

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However, KKR's team mentor David Hussey believes that the team is still "breathing" in the tournament and are still confident of qualifying into the playoffs this season.&nbsp;

During the post-match press conference, he said: "We have put ourselves in this position by losing games. But we are still breathing in the competition."

"In a few days' time, we are going to recharge our batteries and come out and play free-flowing cricket. You never know what could happen, results go our way and we can shock a few teams in the playoffs," he added.

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"Every defeat is difficult. But full credit to Chennai, they deserved the win. They bowled and fielded well and then they chased the total. I thought 175 was par... full credit to Chennai. Their second-wicket partnership batsmen Rayudu and the youngster from Maharashtra (Gaikwad) was sublime and went a long way in winning the game for Chennai," Hussey spoke about the last-ball defeat against CSK.

When asked about Rana's performance for KKR this season, he said: "Yeah...Rana. He has had a very good tournament. A very consistent tournament. In the last few innings he has been a consistent player for KKR."

Kolkata Knight Riders' hopes for play-offs were dented after Chennai pulled off a last-minute win. KKR find themselves in a sticky position as a seventh loss this season has opened their chances of being knocked out.

Kolkata Knight Riders' hopes for play-offs were dented after Chennai pulled off a last-minute win. KKR find themselves in a sticky position as a seventh loss this season has opened their chances of being knocked out. Also read: IPL 2020: Mumbai Indians post cheeky tweet after Yadav's stare-off with Kohli However, KKR's team mentor David Hussey believes that the team is still "breathing" in the tournament and are still confident of qualifying into the playoffs this season. During the post-match press conference, he said: "We have put ourselves in this position by losing games. But we are still breathing in the competition." "In a few days' time, we are going to recharge our batteries and come out and play free-flowing cricket. You never know what could happen, results go our way and we can shock a few teams in the playoffs," he added. Also read: IPL 2020: Jadeja's final fireworks help Chennai to thrilling IPL win "Every defeat is difficult. But full credit to Chennai, they deserved the win. They bowled and fielded well and then they chased the total. I thought 175 was par... full credit to Chennai. Their second-wicket partnership batsmen Rayudu and the youngster from Maharashtra (Gaikwad) was sublime and went a long way in winning the game for Chennai," Hussey spoke about the last-ball defeat against CSK. When asked about Rana's performance for KKR this season, he said: "Yeah...Rana. He has had a very good tournament. A very consistent tournament. In the last few innings he has been a consistent player for KKR."

'You never know': KKR's mentor David Hussey still confident of playoff spot despite 7th loss

England's Ben Stokes smashed an unbeaten 107 to keep Rajasthan Royals in the chase for the Indian Premier League play-offs after their eight-wicket win over holders Mumbai Indians on Sunday.

The win for Steve Smith's Royals knocked the Mahendra Singh Dhoni-led Chennai Super Kings out of the final-four race despite their win over Royal Challengers Bangalore in the first match of the day.

Stokes combined with Sanju Samson, who made 54 not out, to put on 152 runs for the third wicket as Royals achieved their target of 196 in 18.2 overs in Abu Dhabi.

The left-handed batsman came into his own, hitting 14 fours and three sixes in his 60-ball knock to help Royals rise to sixth in the eight-team table with five wins from 12 games.

Stokes, who joined his team late this season after spending time with his ill father in New Zealand, hit a six to bring up his second&nbsp;IPL&nbsp;ton and surpassed his previous best score of 103 -- in 2017 -- with the winning boundary.

"It's sort of bittersweet to be honest. Bit taken aback by why it's taken me so long to get into the tournament for the team," said Stokes.

"To be honest the training I've had yesterday was the best I had throughout my time here, so I came into this with a bit of confidence. It was coming on nicely."

The New Zealand-born Stokes, whose father is battling cancer, said: "Things are a bit difficult right now, but hope this has given a bit of happiness back home."

The powerful batting show from the star allrounder, who had scored 110 from five games before this knock, put Hardik Pandya's 21-ball 60 in the shade after Mumbai finished on 195 for five.

Mumbai though still stay top of the table, locked on 14 points with Delhi Capitals and RCB in the fight for a place in the top two. The qualifiers begin on November 5.

England's Ben Stokes smashed an unbeaten 107 to keep Rajasthan Royals in the chase for the Indian Premier League play-offs after their eight-wicket win over holders Mumbai Indians on Sunday.

England's Ben Stokes smashed an unbeaten 107 to keep Rajasthan Royals in the chase for the Indian Premier League play-offs after their eight-wicket win over holders Mumbai Indians on Sunday. The win for Steve Smith's Royals knocked the Mahendra Singh Dhoni-led Chennai Super Kings out of the final-four race despite their win over Royal Challengers Bangalore in the first match of the day. Stokes combined with Sanju Samson, who made 54 not out, to put on 152 runs for the third wicket as Royals achieved their target of 196 in 18.2 overs in Abu Dhabi. The left-handed batsman came into his own, hitting 14 fours and three sixes in his 60-ball knock to help Royals rise to sixth in the eight-team table with five wins from 12 games. Stokes, who joined his team late this season after spending time with his ill father in New Zealand, hit a six to bring up his second IPL ton and surpassed his previous best score of 103 -- in 2017 -- with the winning boundary. "It's sort of bittersweet to be honest. Bit taken aback by why it's taken me so long to get into the tournament for the team," said Stokes. "To be honest the training I've had yesterday was the best I had throughout my time here, so I came into this with a bit of confidence. It was coming on nicely." The New Zealand-born Stokes, whose father is battling cancer, said: "Things are a bit difficult right now, but hope this has given a bit of happiness back home." The powerful batting show from the star allrounder, who had scored 110 from five games before this knock, put Hardik Pandya's 21-ball 60 in the shade after Mumbai finished on 195 for five. Mumbai though still stay top of the table, locked on 14 points with Delhi Capitals and RCB in the fight for a place in the top two. The qualifiers begin on November 5.

IPL 2020: Stokes ton keeps Royals in hunt for IPL play-offs, Chennai out

BCCI has announced the schedule and venue details for the on-going Indian Premier League playoffs. According to the board, the playoffs (including IPL 2020 Finals) will be played from November 5 to November 10.&nbsp;

These matches will take place in Abu Dhabi and Dubai. The league final will be played on November 10 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium.&nbsp;

The first qualifier (match between the top two teams in the points table) will be played on November 5 in Dubai. It will be followed by the Eliminator (played between teams sitting on third and fourth position in points table) on November 6 in Abu Dhabi. Second qualifier (winner of Eliminator and losing team of the first qualifier) will be played on November 8 in Abu Dhabi. &nbsp;

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BCCI has also confirmed the dates for the &nbsp;Women’s T20 Challenge 2020. These matches will be played from November 4 to November 9. All the matches will take place at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium.&nbsp;

BCCI has announced the schedule and venue details for the on-going Indian Premier League playoffs. According to the board, the playoffs (including IPL 2020 Finals) will be played from November 5 to November 10.

BCCI has announced the schedule and venue details for the on-going Indian Premier League playoffs. According to the board, the playoffs (including IPL 2020 Finals) will be played from November 5 to November 10. These matches will take place in Abu Dhabi and Dubai. The league final will be played on November 10 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. The first qualifier (match between the top two teams in the points table) will be played on November 5 in Dubai. It will be followed by the Eliminator (played between teams sitting on third and fourth position in points table) on November 6 in Abu Dhabi. Second qualifier (winner of Eliminator and losing team of the first qualifier) will be played on November 8 in Abu Dhabi. BCCI has also confirmed the dates for the Women’s T20 Challenge 2020. These matches will be played from November 4 to November 9. All the matches will take place at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium.

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