Ajinkya Rahane’s Kolkata Knight Riders found Gujarat’s Titans in a difficult position on the table of the points after a loss of 39 runs. With just 3 wins in 8 matches, KKR currently seated the 7th position – from the ideal playoff zone.
Typically, 16 digits are considered a safe benchmark to qualify for the playoffs. While the teams secretly in the past with 14 points or less time, the route depends on the net run rate (NRR). Silver lining for KKR? Despite the recent defeat, his NRR stands at a healthy +0.212, which can prove to be important in a tight playoff race.
So, what is the road for qualification? It is simple on paper, but difficult to execute – KKR should win at least 5 of its remaining 6 games to score 16 points and win directly in controversy. It is a standing, especially given their current form. But if there is a team that knows how to bounce back, then it is KKR.
Back in the 2014 season- the year he picked up his second IPL trophy- KKR won only 2 of his first 7 matches. But thereafter, one of the greatest turnarounds in the history of IPL was: Nine -match winning streak that took him to the title. This campaign is a reminder that this team has to defy obstacles in them.
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Will KKR qualify for the playoffs this season?
In this season, the challenge may be the same, but the pressure is even more. With the competition difficult and taking overweight to every match, KKR would have to believe his senior players, to keep their strategy stronger. The road is narrow for the playoffs, but the past says – Write to KKR anytime.
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