Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) registered a comfortable nine-wicket win over Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in their first match of the UAE-leg of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 here on Monday. With this stunning win, the Eoin Morgan-led KKR rose to the fifth spot in the points table. The Virat Kohli-led side is still at third place in the points tally and looking good to qualify this year with six more games in hand. 
 
Varun Chakravarthy and Andre Russell were the stars for KKR as they scalped three wickets each which helped restrict the batting-heavy RCB to a paltry 92 runs in the first innings. Later, Shubman Gill and the surprise-package Venkatesh Iyer batted superbly to gun down 93 without much sweat. It was Iyer who fearlessly took the attack early on to the bowlers and Gill soon joined in showing his flair. The latter played some gorgeous strokes and smacked a quick-fire 48 before getting out with only 11 runs required. 
 
Gill scored 48 off 34 balls before losing his wicket to experienced spinner Yuzvendra Chahal. Whereas, Iyer hit 41 off 27 balls. Earlier, Varun and Russell combined forces to send RCB crashing to 92 all out in 19 overs. Kolkata were water-tight with their bowling, hardly giving a lacklustre Bangalore batting order, struggling to come to terms with a two-paced pitch, some breathing space. It is Bangalore`s sixth-lowest total in the history of IPL. 
 
After electing to bat first, Bangalore started off with captain Virat Kohli unleashing a lovely punch on the up through covers off Prasidh Krishna. But Krishna fought back on the next ball, trapping Kohli lbw with a delivery which nipped back in and hit him above the knee roll. Kohli (5) took the DRS but couldn`t turn the decision in his favour. 
 
Devdutt Padikkal (22) looked in sublime touch with well-timed boundaries. But Lockie Ferguson sent him back on the last ball of power-play, taking a thin edge behind to keeper Dinesh Karthik while playing the ramp shot. Debutant KS Bharat (16) tried to break the shackles with a back-foot pull off Andre Russell in the ninth over. But with no timing on the shot, the top-edge was grabbed by Shubman Gill running in from deep mid-wicket. 
 
Bangalore`s day went from bad to worse as three balls later, Russell took out AB de Villiers for a golden duck with a quick yorker on leg-stump clipping his back foot and hitting the stumps. The double-wicket over by Russell broke the back of Bangalore`s innings. 
 
Glenn Maxwell`s frustrating 17-ball stay at the crease ended with him coming out for the big shot, only to be clean bowled by Varun Chakravarthy. One brought two for Kolkata as Chakravarthy`s googly claimed Wanindu Hasaranga lbw for a golden duck on the next ball. 
 
Chakravarthy added another wicket to his name with Sachin Baby (7) slicing to backward point. The leg-spinner`s day got better when he got his finger on the ball while trying to stop and ran out Kyle Jamieson from the non-striker`s end. Ferguson got his second wicket of the day with a slower yorker dismantling Harshal Patel`s bails. 
 
Mohammed Siraj`s attempt to get cheeky with a scoop ended in fine leg`s hands, summing up Bangalore`s innings, devoid of momentum and direction. 
 
Brief scores: 
 
RCB 92 all out in 19 overs (Devdutt Padikkal 22; Varun Chakravarthy (3-13), Andre Russell (3-9) lost to KKR 94/1 in 10 overs (Shubman gill 48, Venkatesh Iyer 41 not out) by nine wkts. 
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Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) registered a comfortable nine-wicket win over Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in their first match of the UAE-leg of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 here on Monday.

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) registered a comfortable nine-wicket win over Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in their first match of the UAE-leg of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 here on Monday. With this stunning win, the Eoin Morgan-led KKR rose to the fifth spot in the points table. The Virat Kohli-led side is still at third place in the points tally and looking good to qualify this year with six more games in hand. Varun Chakravarthy and Andre Russell were the stars for KKR as they scalped three wickets each which helped restrict the batting-heavy RCB to a paltry 92 runs in the first innings. Later, Shubman Gill and the surprise-package Venkatesh Iyer batted superbly to gun down 93 without much sweat. It was Iyer who fearlessly took the attack early on to the bowlers and Gill soon joined in showing his flair. The latter played some gorgeous strokes and smacked a quick-fire 48 before getting out with only 11 runs required. Gill scored 48 off 34 balls before losing his wicket to experienced spinner Yuzvendra Chahal. Whereas, Iyer hit 41 off 27 balls. Earlier, Varun and Russell combined forces to send RCB crashing to 92 all out in 19 overs. Kolkata were water-tight with their bowling, hardly giving a lacklustre Bangalore batting order, struggling to come to terms with a two-paced pitch, some breathing space. It is Bangalore`s sixth-lowest total in the history of IPL. After electing to bat first, Bangalore started off with captain Virat Kohli unleashing a lovely punch on the up through covers off Prasidh Krishna. But Krishna fought back on the next ball, trapping Kohli lbw with a delivery which nipped back in and hit him above the knee roll. Kohli (5) took the DRS but couldn`t turn the decision in his favour. Devdutt Padikkal (22) looked in sublime touch with well-timed boundaries. But Lockie Ferguson sent him back on the last ball of power-play, taking a thin edge behind to keeper Dinesh Karthik while playing the ramp shot. Debutant KS Bharat (16) tried to break the shackles with a back-foot pull off Andre Russell in the ninth over. But with no timing on the shot, the top-edge was grabbed by Shubman Gill running in from deep mid-wicket. Bangalore`s day went from bad to worse as three balls later, Russell took out AB de Villiers for a golden duck with a quick yorker on leg-stump clipping his back foot and hitting the stumps. The double-wicket over by Russell broke the back of Bangalore`s innings. Glenn Maxwell`s frustrating 17-ball stay at the crease ended with him coming out for the big shot, only to be clean bowled by Varun Chakravarthy. One brought two for Kolkata as Chakravarthy`s googly claimed Wanindu Hasaranga lbw for a golden duck on the next ball. Chakravarthy added another wicket to his name with Sachin Baby (7) slicing to backward point. The leg-spinner`s day got better when he got his finger on the ball while trying to stop and ran out Kyle Jamieson from the non-striker`s end. Ferguson got his second wicket of the day with a slower yorker dismantling Harshal Patel`s bails. Mohammed Siraj`s attempt to get cheeky with a scoop ended in fine leg`s hands, summing up Bangalore`s innings, devoid of momentum and direction. Brief scores: RCB 92 all out in 19 overs (Devdutt Padikkal 22; Varun Chakravarthy (3-13), Andre Russell (3-9) lost to KKR 94/1 in 10 overs (Shubman gill 48, Venkatesh Iyer 41 not out) by nine wkts.

IPL 2021: Varun Chakravarthy, Andre Russell star in KKR's 9-wicket win over Virat Kohli-led RCB

Virat Kohli-led Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) will be up against two-time champions the Eoin Morgan-led Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in match 31 of the IPL 2021 edition of the UAE leg. Both sides are coming into this encounter with contrasting runs so far in the 14th edition.

While RCB find themselves at the third position, with 5 wins from 7 encounters, KKR are languishing at the seventh position with only 2 wins from 7 games. In their face-off during the first leg in India, the Bengaluru franchise romped past KKR by 38 runs in Chennai with Glenn Maxwell and AB de Villiers being the top-performers.

There are some big names which will feature in match 31 such as Kohli, AB de Villiers, Glenn Maxwell, Yuzvendra Chahal, Eoin Morgan, Dinesh Karthik, Shubman Gill, Andre Russell, etc. Overall, an enthralling battle seems on the cards as two heavyweight teams are set to lock horns at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi.

Let's take a look at the means on how to live stream or view the match:&nbsp;

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The IPL 2021 match between Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Kolkata Knight Riders will take place at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi.

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The IPL 2021 match between Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Kolkata Knight Riders begins at 7:30 PM IST on Monday.

Where and how to watch live coverage of the IPL 2021 match between Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Kolkata Knight Riders?

The IPL 2021 match between Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Kolkata Knight Riders will be aired live on Star Sports channels - Star Sports 1, Star Sports 1 HD, Star Sports 3 and Star Sports 3 HD. The online streaming of the IPL 2021 match between PBKS vs RCB will be available on Hotstar.

Virat Kohli-led Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) will be up against two-time champions the Eoin Morgan-led Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in match 31 of the IPL 2021 edition of the UAE leg.

Virat Kohli-led Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) will be up against two-time champions the Eoin Morgan-led Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in match 31 of the IPL 2021 edition of the UAE leg. Both sides are coming into this encounter with contrasting runs so far in the 14th edition. While RCB find themselves at the third position, with 5 wins from 7 encounters, KKR are languishing at the seventh position with only 2 wins from 7 games. In their face-off during the first leg in India, the Bengaluru franchise romped past KKR by 38 runs in Chennai with Glenn Maxwell and AB de Villiers being the top-performers. There are some big names which will feature in match 31 such as Kohli, AB de Villiers, Glenn Maxwell, Yuzvendra Chahal, Eoin Morgan, Dinesh Karthik, Shubman Gill, Andre Russell, etc. Overall, an enthralling battle seems on the cards as two heavyweight teams are set to lock horns at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi. Let's take a look at the means on how to live stream or view the match: Where is the IPL 2021 match between Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Kolkata Knight Riders taking place? The IPL 2021 match between Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Kolkata Knight Riders will take place at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi. What time does the IPL 2021 match between Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Kolkata Knight Riders begin? The IPL 2021 match between Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Kolkata Knight Riders begins at 7:30 PM IST on Monday. Where and how to watch live coverage of the IPL 2021 match between Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Kolkata Knight Riders? The IPL 2021 match between Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Kolkata Knight Riders will be aired live on Star Sports channels - Star Sports 1, Star Sports 1 HD, Star Sports 3 and Star Sports 3 HD. The online streaming of the IPL 2021 match between PBKS vs RCB will be available on Hotstar.

IPL 2021, RCB vs KKR, Live Streaming: When and where to watch Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Kolkata Knight Riders?

Eoin Morgan, captain of the Kolkata Knight Riders team, said that KKR is a "dangerous side" with nothing to lose as the team is set to lock horns with Royal Challengers Bangalore on Monday (September 20).&nbsp;

Speaking during the virtual press conference, Morgan said, "We need to just look at it in one way -- we absolutely control everything from here, there is no looking behind."

"We need to find a way of getting results and everyone in the team, fans know that that can make for very exciting watching because it makes us a very dangerous side with nothing to lose," he added.&nbsp;

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Talking about the long break between the tournament caused due to COVID-19, Morgan hopes it would fare well for the team, who were struggling to find their feet during the first phase of the tournament.&nbsp;

"I'm delighted that we are back. Given the position we found ourselves in the beginning of the tournament and result not going our way, a little bit of a break would have hopefully helped us.

"We have certainly re-grouped here in Abu Dhabi, the guys are looking very hungry and fit, determined to make things right."

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KKR missed out on a play-off spot last season owing to an inferior net run rate but the skipper feels conditions in UAE suit his side.

"We fell short of qualifying for the playoffs last time, I felt that we were playing some really good cricket and peaking at the right time, small margins hurt us, not going ahead on net run rate but we feel pretty much at home here in Abu Dhabi," he said.

"The conditions here suit us and we are also going to have fans around as well."

Eoin Morgan, captain of the Kolkata Knight Riders team, said that KKR is a "dangerous side" with nothing to lose as the team is set to lock horns with Royal Challengers Bangalore on Monday (September 20).

Eoin Morgan, captain of the Kolkata Knight Riders team, said that KKR is a "dangerous side" with nothing to lose as the team is set to lock horns with Royal Challengers Bangalore on Monday (September 20). Speaking during the virtual press conference, Morgan said, "We need to just look at it in one way -- we absolutely control everything from here, there is no looking behind." "We need to find a way of getting results and everyone in the team, fans know that that can make for very exciting watching because it makes us a very dangerous side with nothing to lose," he added. IN PICS | IPL 2021 UAE leg: All teams and their revised squad list × Talking about the long break between the tournament caused due to COVID-19, Morgan hopes it would fare well for the team, who were struggling to find their feet during the first phase of the tournament. "I'm delighted that we are back. Given the position we found ourselves in the beginning of the tournament and result not going our way, a little bit of a break would have hopefully helped us. "We have certainly re-grouped here in Abu Dhabi, the guys are looking very hungry and fit, determined to make things right." ALSO READ | 'Don't blame the players...Blame government': Mitchell McClenaghan to Mohammed Hafeez For every six smashed, For every appeal made, For every wicket picked, For every catch taken It's time to bring out the 𝙅𝙐𝙈𝙋 & indulge in the #KorboLorboJeetbo spirit 💜💛@iamsrk #KKR #AmiKKR #আমিKKR #IPL2021 pic.twitter.com/SLDsVVSaVj — KolkataKnightRiders (@KKRiders) September 19, 2021 × KKR missed out on a play-off spot last season owing to an inferior net run rate but the skipper feels conditions in UAE suit his side. "We fell short of qualifying for the playoffs last time, I felt that we were playing some really good cricket and peaking at the right time, small margins hurt us, not going ahead on net run rate but we feel pretty much at home here in Abu Dhabi," he said. "The conditions here suit us and we are also going to have fans around as well."

IPL 2021: KKR is now 'dangerous' side with nothing to lose, says skipper Eoin Morgan

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 was rocked on Monday when two players from Kolkata Knight Riders – Varun Chakaravarthy and Sandeep Warrier – tested positive for COVID-19. The development forced the BCCI to reschedule the match between KKR and Royal Challengers Bangalore, which was to be held at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Monday.<o:p></o:p>

While both Varun and Sandeep are isolating after testing positive, all other KKR members have returned negative. However, KKR are strictly following the SOPs and have quarantined all the players and members in their respective hotel rooms. <o:p></o:p>

KKR CEO and Managing Director, Venky Mysore, has now shed light on the situation as he said the franchise was quick to take the necessary precautions and bring the situation under control. <o:p></o:p>

"Difficult times, but I'm happy to report that both Varun and Sandeep are doing well," Mysore told Star Sports.

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"We have taken all the precautions that are necessary and have been advised by the medical teams of IPL and KKR and also getting appropriate advice from outside on what the right thing to do is. Sandeep, in particular, is doing fine. No temperature, no other symptoms, and he is feeling good. Varun is still a little under the weather, but better than yesterday and both of them are in good spirits."<o:p></o:p>

KKR, including owner Shah Rukh Khan, joined the players and staff on a video call to boost everyone’s morale. The KKR CEO further said that players may return back to training on May 6 upon completing the quarantine.<o:p></o:p>

Speaking on the immediate steps in consultation with the officials and other governing bodies involved, Venky Mysore said:

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"I think everyone has been very proactive. We found out approximately 24 hours ago about Varun testing positive, so the immediate steps we took was to isolate him, and then later on in the night when we got test results which also involved Sandeep, we put them on a different floor with a different Air Conditioning ducts system to make sure others are appropriately protected. We have asked everybody in the bubble (players, support staff, management, hotel staff and service staff) to quarantine, so they are isolated in their rooms. The food delivery is on a knock and drop basis, which everyone has gotten used to by now.<o:p></o:p>

"The target completion date of this five day with this daily testing is the 6th of May," Venky Mysore said. <o:p></o:p>

"The team doctor was on the call as well, and his assessment is that if everything's goes well, the plan that we have put in place, we should be able to get the results sometime later in the day on the 6th of May which means that potentially we could even get out that evening for a practice subject to what the coaches want to do and then get ready for 7th and 8th depending on when the rescheduled games would potentially take place."<o:p></o:p>

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The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 was rocked on Monday when two players from Kolkata Knight Riders – Varun Chakaravarthy and Sandeep Warrier – tested positive for COVID-19.

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 was rocked on Monday when two players from Kolkata Knight Riders – Varun Chakaravarthy and Sandeep Warrier – tested positive for COVID-19. The development forced the BCCI to reschedule the match between KKR and Royal Challengers Bangalore, which was to be held at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Monday. While both Varun and Sandeep are isolating after testing positive, all other KKR members have returned negative. However, KKR are strictly following the SOPs and have quarantined all the players and members in their respective hotel rooms. KKR CEO and Managing Director, Venky Mysore, has now shed light on the situation as he said the franchise was quick to take the necessary precautions and bring the situation under control. "Difficult times, but I'm happy to report that both Varun and Sandeep are doing well," Mysore told Star Sports. ALSO READ: IPL 2021: England players given choice to quit or carry on playing - Report "We have taken all the precautions that are necessary and have been advised by the medical teams of IPL and KKR and also getting appropriate advice from outside on what the right thing to do is. Sandeep, in particular, is doing fine. No temperature, no other symptoms, and he is feeling good. Varun is still a little under the weather, but better than yesterday and both of them are in good spirits." KKR, including owner Shah Rukh Khan, joined the players and staff on a video call to boost everyone’s morale. The KKR CEO further said that players may return back to training on May 6 upon completing the quarantine. Speaking on the immediate steps in consultation with the officials and other governing bodies involved, Venky Mysore said: ALSO READ: Bangladesh's Shakib Al Hasan, Mustafizur Rahman likely to leave IPL 2021 early "I think everyone has been very proactive. We found out approximately 24 hours ago about Varun testing positive, so the immediate steps we took was to isolate him, and then later on in the night when we got test results which also involved Sandeep, we put them on a different floor with a different Air Conditioning ducts system to make sure others are appropriately protected. We have asked everybody in the bubble (players, support staff, management, hotel staff and service staff) to quarantine, so they are isolated in their rooms. The food delivery is on a knock and drop basis, which everyone has gotten used to by now. "The target completion date of this five day with this daily testing is the 6th of May," Venky Mysore said. "The team doctor was on the call as well, and his assessment is that if everything's goes well, the plan that we have put in place, we should be able to get the results sometime later in the day on the 6th of May which means that potentially we could even get out that evening for a practice subject to what the coaches want to do and then get ready for 7th and 8th depending on when the rescheduled games would potentially take place."

IPL 2021: KKR CEO Venky Mysore sheds light on situation as Varun, Sandeep test positive for COVID-19

The step was taken after two players of KKR players tested positive for Covid-19. An official statement was released by IPL in this regard, which confirmed that Varun Chakravarthy and Sandeep Warrier have contracted the virus.

KKR vs RCB match postponed as 2 players in KKR camp test positiv

Royal Challengers Bangalore batsman AB de Villiers talked about the win against Kolkata Knight Riders, plans of coming out of retirement for South Africa, batting at number five for RCB, Glenn Maxwell's form and more.

AB de Villiers talks about coming out of retirement for South Africa

Kolkata Knight Riders head coach Brendon McCullum talks about the defeat against Royal Challengers Bangalore in IPL 2021, AB de Villiers, Glenn Maxwell, Varun Chakaravarthy's spell and more.

AB de Villiers, Glenn Maxwell took the game away: KKR's Brendon McCullum

Former Kolkata Knight Riders skipper Gautam Gambhir was left fuming with Eoin Morgan's captaincy after Maxwell and ABD powered Royal Challengers Bangalore to 204/4 by the end of 20 overs.&nbsp;

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Royal Challengers Bangalore were off to a terrible start as Virat Kohli and Rajat Patidar were dismissed by Varun Chakravarthy and were down to 9/2. However, KKR skipper Eoin Morgan decided to bring a change in bowling and bring in Shakib in place of Varun despite Chakravarthy's over. Maxwell and AB de Villiers' smash-fest set a 200+ target for KKR.&nbsp;

Gambhir slammed the English cricketer and described this decision as to the "weirdest" captaincy call he has ever seen.

"Virat Kohli was a big wicket, no doubt about it. But that has to be the weirdest kind of captaincy I have ever seen in my life. Someone taking two wickets in the first over, and then does not get to bowl the next one," Gambhir, who led KKR to two IPL titles during his cricketing days, said on Star Sports after RCB's innings.

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"Probably when you know the in-form batter is in. You could have probably seen the game in the first six overs, had Varun Chakravarthy had picked the third wicket or dismissed Glenn Maxwell. This game could have been over there and then," Gambhir added.

"Yes, AB de Villiers was there, but it would have put pressure on him as well," Gambhir further said.

"I am happy that an Indian captain did not make this blunder. Because a lot of people would have actually got their daggers out had an Indian captain made this call. That was probably the most ridiculous captaincy I have ever seen," Gambhir said.

"I can't explain that. Because there is no terminology for it - when someone has taken two wickets, and an in-form batter is in and you take off your wicket-taking option in the next over," he signed off.

Former Kolkata Knight Riders skipper Gautam Gambhir was left fuming with Eoin Morgan's captaincy after Maxwell and ABD powered Royal Challengers Bangalore to 204/4 by the end of 20 overs.

Former Kolkata Knight Riders skipper Gautam Gambhir was left fuming with Eoin Morgan's captaincy after Maxwell and ABD powered Royal Challengers Bangalore to 204/4 by the end of 20 overs. IN PICS| From Harbhajan-Sreesanth slap gate to MS Dhoni's anger: Top IPL controversies through the years Royal Challengers Bangalore were off to a terrible start as Virat Kohli and Rajat Patidar were dismissed by Varun Chakravarthy and were down to 9/2. However, KKR skipper Eoin Morgan decided to bring a change in bowling and bring in Shakib in place of Varun despite Chakravarthy's over. Maxwell and AB de Villiers' smash-fest set a 200+ target for KKR. Gambhir slammed the English cricketer and described this decision as to the "weirdest" captaincy call he has ever seen. "Virat Kohli was a big wicket, no doubt about it. But that has to be the weirdest kind of captaincy I have ever seen in my life. Someone taking two wickets in the first over, and then does not get to bowl the next one," Gambhir, who led KKR to two IPL titles during his cricketing days, said on Star Sports after RCB's innings. ALSO READ: Michael Vaughan makes big call on 'slightly under the radar' Glenn Maxwell in IPL 2021 "Probably when you know the in-form batter is in. You could have probably seen the game in the first six overs, had Varun Chakravarthy had picked the third wicket or dismissed Glenn Maxwell. This game could have been over there and then," Gambhir added. "Yes, AB de Villiers was there, but it would have put pressure on him as well," Gambhir further said. "I am happy that an Indian captain did not make this blunder. Because a lot of people would have actually got their daggers out had an Indian captain made this call. That was probably the most ridiculous captaincy I have ever seen," Gambhir said. "I can't explain that. Because there is no terminology for it - when someone has taken two wickets, and an in-form batter is in and you take off your wicket-taking option in the next over," he signed off.

IPL 2021- 'Weirdest kind of captaincy': Gautam Gambhir slams KKR skipper Eoin Morgan

Kolkata Knight Riders coach Brendon McCullum said his batsmen will have to address their lack of intent after managing only 84 runs from 20 overs in Wednesday’s eight-wicket Indian Premier League (IPL) defeat by Royal Challengers Bangalore.

Kolkata’s total in seam-friendly conditions in Abu Dhabi was the lowest score in the IPL by a team playing its full quota of 20 overs, with Mumbai Indians’ 94-8 against Rajasthan Royals in 2011 the previous record.

Bangalore’s Mohammed Siraj was the pick of the bowlers, giving away eight runs in his four overs and picking up three wickets.

“RCB bowled really well. Siraj bowled an excellent line and length and I think he was able to present the seam and ask a few questions of us, questions which in the past we have answered better than we did,” McCullum told reporters.

“Before the game we talked about wanting to show strong intent at the top of the order and we lacked intent. That’s something we’re going to have to address... you have to be creative to get yourselves into the game.

“You’re not going to win too many games from 40-6... we’ve got to bounce back. That could be the nature of this tournament with the conditions being slightly challenging... find a way to pick yourselves up and get a result after a poor one.”

Twice champions Kolkata are fourth in the table with 10 points from as many games, while Bangalore are second on 14 points, trailing leaders Delhi Capitals only on net run rate.

Kolkata Knight Riders coach Brendon McCullum said his batsmen will have to address their lack of intent after managing only 84 runs from 20 overs in Wednesday’s eight-wicket Indian Premier League (IPL) defeat by Royal Challengers Bangalore.

Kolkata Knight Riders coach Brendon McCullum said his batsmen will have to address their lack of intent after managing only 84 runs from 20 overs in Wednesday’s eight-wicket Indian Premier League (IPL) defeat by Royal Challengers Bangalore. Kolkata’s total in seam-friendly conditions in Abu Dhabi was the lowest score in the IPL by a team playing its full quota of 20 overs, with Mumbai Indians’ 94-8 against Rajasthan Royals in 2011 the previous record. Bangalore’s Mohammed Siraj was the pick of the bowlers, giving away eight runs in his four overs and picking up three wickets. “RCB bowled really well. Siraj bowled an excellent line and length and I think he was able to present the seam and ask a few questions of us, questions which in the past we have answered better than we did,” McCullum told reporters. “Before the game we talked about wanting to show strong intent at the top of the order and we lacked intent. That’s something we’re going to have to address... you have to be creative to get yourselves into the game. “You’re not going to win too many games from 40-6... we’ve got to bounce back. That could be the nature of this tournament with the conditions being slightly challenging... find a way to pick yourselves up and get a result after a poor one.” Twice champions Kolkata are fourth in the table with 10 points from as many games, while Bangalore are second on 14 points, trailing leaders Delhi Capitals only on net run rate.

IPL 2020: McCullum wants more from Kolkata batsman

Kolkata Knight Riders are set to take on Royal Challengers Bangalore at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi. The battle of playoffs is picking up pace in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/ipl">Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020</a> with RCB and KKR being the two of the other teams fighting for the top four.

While RCB are sitting in third place with 12 points, KKR are fourth with 10 points. However, with a few matches still left in the league stage of IPL 2020 and with a couple of other teams closing down quickly, both RCB and KKR will be desperate to bag the crucial two points.

Abu Dhabi pitch has started to help the chasing team more with batting getting easier in the evening matches. Team, batting first, should target a total of above 170.

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<h2>Where will the IPL 2020 match between Kolkata Knight Riders vs Royal Challengers Bangalore take place?</h2>

The IPL 2020 match between Kolkata Knight Riders vs Royal Challengers Bangalore will take place at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi.

<h2>What time will the IPL 2020 match between Kolkata Knight Riders vs Royal Challengers Bangalore begin?</h2>

The IPL 2020 match between Kolkata Knight Riders vs Royal Challengers Bangalore at 7:30 PM IST on Tuesday (October 20).

<h2>How to watch live IPL 2020 match between Kolkata Knight Riders vs Royal Challengers Bangalore begin?</h2>

The IPL 2020 match between Kolkata Knight Riders vs Royal Challengers Bangalore will be aired live on Star Sports channels. Star Sports 1, Star Sports 1 HD, Star Sports 3 and Star Sports 3 HD.

<h2>How to watch IPL 2020 match between Kolkata Knight Riders vs Royal Challengers Bangalore match online?</h2>

The online live streaming of the IPL 2020 match between Kolkata Knight Riders vs Royal Challengers Bangalore will be available at Hotstar. You can also latest updates of the IPL 2020 match between Kolkata Knight Riders vs Royal Challengers Bangalore match at WION. 
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Kolkata Knight Riders are set to take on Royal Challengers Bangalore at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi. The battle of playoffs is picking up pace in Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020 with RCB and KKR being the two of the other teams fighting for the top four.

Kolkata Knight Riders are set to take on Royal Challengers Bangalore at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi. The battle of playoffs is picking up pace in Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020 with RCB and KKR being the two of the other teams fighting for the top four. While RCB are sitting in third place with 12 points, KKR are fourth with 10 points. However, with a few matches still left in the league stage of IPL 2020 and with a couple of other teams closing down quickly, both RCB and KKR will be desperate to bag the crucial two points. Abu Dhabi pitch has started to help the chasing team more with batting getting easier in the evening matches. Team, batting first, should target a total of above 170. ALSO READ: KKR vs RCB Preview: Crucial points on the line as Bangalore take on Kolkata Where will the IPL 2020 match between Kolkata Knight Riders vs Royal Challengers Bangalore take place? The IPL 2020 match between Kolkata Knight Riders vs Royal Challengers Bangalore will take place at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi. What time will the IPL 2020 match between Kolkata Knight Riders vs Royal Challengers Bangalore begin? The IPL 2020 match between Kolkata Knight Riders vs Royal Challengers Bangalore at 7:30 PM IST on Tuesday (October 20). How to watch live IPL 2020 match between Kolkata Knight Riders vs Royal Challengers Bangalore begin? The IPL 2020 match between Kolkata Knight Riders vs Royal Challengers Bangalore will be aired live on Star Sports channels. Star Sports 1, Star Sports 1 HD, Star Sports 3 and Star Sports 3 HD. How to watch IPL 2020 match between Kolkata Knight Riders vs Royal Challengers Bangalore match online? The online live streaming of the IPL 2020 match between Kolkata Knight Riders vs Royal Challengers Bangalore will be available at Hotstar. You can also latest updates of the IPL 2020 match between Kolkata Knight Riders vs Royal Challengers Bangalore match at WION.

KKR vs RCB, IPL 2020 Live Streaming: How to watch Kolkata Knight Riders vs Royal Challengers Bangalore?

Kolkata Knight Riders are set to lock horns with Royal Challengers Bangalore at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi on Wednesday as the action in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/ipl">Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020</a> continues. The match will be crucial for both KKR and RCB as they are fighting hard to be in the playoff sports.&nbsp;

With RR and KXIP keeping up with the race, a win becomes critical for KKR and RCB. While KKR are sitting fourth in the points table with 10 points to their name whereas RCB are third with 12 points.&nbsp;

KKR have had a stop-start IPL but have managed to line up a few impressive wins from near-impossible situations. On the other hand, RCB have been dominating with both bat and ball and fans have started to think that this might be the year the Bangalore outfit end their IPL trophy drought.&nbsp;

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<h2>KKR vs RCB: Head-to-head stats</h2>

Talking about head-to-head encounters between KKR and RCB, the Kolkata side has won 14 games in 25 matches with 11 going to RCB’s name. In the last three matches, RCB have won twice including the thumping 82-run win in Sharjah in IPL 2020.

KKR are most likely to be without Andre Russell with Sunil Narine expected to fill in for the big West Indies all-rounder. RCB are likely to stick to the same playing XI.

<h2>KKR vs RCB - Squads:</h2>

Royal Challengers Bangalore Squad: Devdutt Padikkal, Aaron Finch, Virat Kohli(c), AB de Villiers(w), Gurkeerat Singh Mann, Washington Sundar, Chris Morris, Shahbaz Ahmed, Isuru Udana, Navdeep Saini, Yuzvendra Chahal, Moeen Ali, Pawan Negi, Umesh Yadav, Josh Philippe, Pavan Deshpande, Adam Zampa, Parthiv Patel, Dale Steyn, Mohammed Siraj, Shivam Dube

Kolkata Knight Riders Squad: Shubman Gill, Rahul Tripathi, Nitish Rana, Eoin Morgan(c), Andre Russell, Dinesh Karthik(w), Pat Cummins, Shivam Mavi, Kuldeep Yadav, Lockie Ferguson, Varun Chakravarthy, Sunil Narine, Sandeep Warrier, Siddhesh Lad, Nikhil Naik, Rinku Singh, Chris Green, Kamlesh Nagarkoti, Tom Banton, Manimaran Siddharth, Prasidh Krishna, Tim Seifert 
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Kolkata Knight Riders are set to lock horns with Royal Challengers Bangalore at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi on Wednesday as the action in Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020 continues.

Kolkata Knight Riders are set to lock horns with Royal Challengers Bangalore at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi on Wednesday as the action in Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020 continues. The match will be crucial for both KKR and RCB as they are fighting hard to be in the playoff sports. With RR and KXIP keeping up with the race, a win becomes critical for KKR and RCB. While KKR are sitting fourth in the points table with 10 points to their name whereas RCB are third with 12 points. KKR have had a stop-start IPL but have managed to line up a few impressive wins from near-impossible situations. On the other hand, RCB have been dominating with both bat and ball and fans have started to think that this might be the year the Bangalore outfit end their IPL trophy drought. ALSO READ: Chennai Super Kings' Dwayne Bravo ruled out of IPL 2020 due to groin injury KKR vs RCB: Head-to-head stats Talking about head-to-head encounters between KKR and RCB, the Kolkata side has won 14 games in 25 matches with 11 going to RCB’s name. In the last three matches, RCB have won twice including the thumping 82-run win in Sharjah in IPL 2020. KKR are most likely to be without Andre Russell with Sunil Narine expected to fill in for the big West Indies all-rounder. RCB are likely to stick to the same playing XI. KKR vs RCB - Squads: Royal Challengers Bangalore Squad: Devdutt Padikkal, Aaron Finch, Virat Kohli(c), AB de Villiers(w), Gurkeerat Singh Mann, Washington Sundar, Chris Morris, Shahbaz Ahmed, Isuru Udana, Navdeep Saini, Yuzvendra Chahal, Moeen Ali, Pawan Negi, Umesh Yadav, Josh Philippe, Pavan Deshpande, Adam Zampa, Parthiv Patel, Dale Steyn, Mohammed Siraj, Shivam Dube Kolkata Knight Riders Squad: Shubman Gill, Rahul Tripathi, Nitish Rana, Eoin Morgan(c), Andre Russell, Dinesh Karthik(w), Pat Cummins, Shivam Mavi, Kuldeep Yadav, Lockie Ferguson, Varun Chakravarthy, Sunil Narine, Sandeep Warrier, Siddhesh Lad, Nikhil Naik, Rinku Singh, Chris Green, Kamlesh Nagarkoti, Tom Banton, Manimaran Siddharth, Prasidh Krishna, Tim Seifert

IPL 2020, KKR vs RCB Preview: Crucial points on the line as Bangalore take on Kolkata

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Royal Challengers Bangalore skipper Virat Kohli, after roaring back to form with a stunning 90 not-out vs Chennai Super Kings, said he was “putting too much pressure” on himself in the early matches of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/ipl">Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020</a> while adding the Super Over thriller against Mumbai Indians “opener his mindset” and helped him get back to form.

Kohli, who was struggling for runs in the early tournament, hammered an unbeaten 90 off 52 deliveries as RCB defeated CSK by 37 runs on Saturday.

"I was trying to do too much and putting too much pressure on myself, taking focus away from what I need to do - watch the ball and bat. Sometimes you forget you're only a player out there, and the responsibility then kicks in," Kohli said in the post-match presentation.

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"If you think too much about responsibility, you get burdened and you don't play as a player. Your skills are also required for your team's success. That Super Over where I had to strike every ball, else we would have lost, really opened my mindset. And then I started enjoying training, enjoying batting."

Kohli was named the man of the match in RCB’s win over CSK as the Bangalore outfit won their fourth win in six matches.&nbsp;

"It was one of our most complete performances. We got into a bit of a tricky position in the first half," Kohli said.

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"From there on, we pushed forward. We spoke during the second timeout (with the bat) that 140-150 would be good. Ended up getting more than that. It was a tricky pitch," Kohli further added.

"Really pleased to get two points. We have back-to-back games coming up, so important to build momentum," he said.

"It's about understanding the conditions and respecting the game. Instead of trying to hit every ball into the second tier of the stadium. Having played so much cricket, especially T20 cricket, I have learnt that if you are set at the death, you can capitalise," Kohli said.

RCB will next face KKR in Sharjah on Monday. 
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Royal Challengers Bangalore skipper Virat Kohli, after roaring back to form with a stunning 90 not-out vs Chennai Super Kings, said he was “putting too much pressure” on himself in the early matches of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020 while adding the Super Over thriller against Mumbai Indians “opener his mindset” and helped him get back to form.

Royal Challengers Bangalore skipper Virat Kohli, after roaring back to form with a stunning 90 not-out vs Chennai Super Kings, said he was “putting too much pressure” on himself in the early matches of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020 while adding the Super Over thriller against Mumbai Indians “opener his mindset” and helped him get back to form. Kohli, who was struggling for runs in the early tournament, hammered an unbeaten 90 off 52 deliveries as RCB defeated CSK by 37 runs on Saturday. "I was trying to do too much and putting too much pressure on myself, taking focus away from what I need to do - watch the ball and bat. Sometimes you forget you're only a player out there, and the responsibility then kicks in," Kohli said in the post-match presentation. ALSO READ: KKR's Narine reported for illegal bowling action during match against KXIP "If you think too much about responsibility, you get burdened and you don't play as a player. Your skills are also required for your team's success. That Super Over where I had to strike every ball, else we would have lost, really opened my mindset. And then I started enjoying training, enjoying batting." Kohli was named the man of the match in RCB’s win over CSK as the Bangalore outfit won their fourth win in six matches. "It was one of our most complete performances. We got into a bit of a tricky position in the first half," Kohli said. ALSO READ: Yuvraj Singh reacts to Kings XI Punjab's sixth loss in IPL 2020 "From there on, we pushed forward. We spoke during the second timeout (with the bat) that 140-150 would be good. Ended up getting more than that. It was a tricky pitch," Kohli further added. "Really pleased to get two points. We have back-to-back games coming up, so important to build momentum," he said. "It's about understanding the conditions and respecting the game. Instead of trying to hit every ball into the second tier of the stadium. Having played so much cricket, especially T20 cricket, I have learnt that if you are set at the death, you can capitalise," Kohli said. RCB will next face KKR in Sharjah on Monday.

IPL 2020: 'Was putting too much pressure on myself', says Virat Kohli after roaring back to form

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