KKR Win Super Over Thriller as Narine Shines and Rinku Finishes in One Ball at Lucknow

April 27, 2026: Kolkata Knight Riders produced a remarkable last-over and Super Over victory against Lucknow Super Giants in an IPL 2026 thriller at the Ekana Stadium in Lucknow on Sunday. The contest swung dramatically before KKR ultimately sealed a memorable win in a game defined by high-pressure moments and individual brilliance.

LSG and KKR remained locked in a tense battle through regulation play, but it was the Super Over that decisively tilted the match in Kolkata’s favour. Sunil Narine delivered an exceptional spell under extreme pressure, completing the Super Over in just three deliveries. He removed Nicholas Pooran for 0 and Aiden Markram for 0, leaving Lucknow in complete disarray and unable to build any momentum.

Narine’s brilliance sets up a historic collapse

Despite the chaos, Rishabh Pant managed to get LSG’s only run in the Super Over, but that was all they could muster. Their total of just 1 run became the lowest ever recorded in a Super Over in IPL history, with Narine’s precision bowling completely dismantling the batting side. The dominance on display ensured KKR needed just 2 runs to win the match.

Chasing a minimal target, Rinku Singh walked in alongside Rovman Powell. The equation was straightforward, and Rinku wasted no time in finishing the game. On the very first delivery he faced, he struck a boundary, sealing victory instantly for Kolkata Knight Riders. It marked one of the quickest successful Super Over chases in the history of the IPL.

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Rinku Singh’s calm approach once again proved decisive in a high-pressure scenario, reinforcing his reputation as a finisher who thrives in crunch moments. His ability to remain composed under pressure ensured KKR walked away with an unforgettable win.

For his match-winning impact and composed batting, Rinku Singh was awarded the Player of the Match. Reflecting on his performance, he highlighted his approach in pressure situations and the importance of staying grounded at the crease.

“Whenever I go in to bat and the team has already lost 3-4 wickets, my focus is on how to control and take the game forward. I think about how to rotate strike—get singles and doubles—and where I can find boundaries. My main aim is always to take the game till the end,” Rinku said during the post-match presentation.
KKR skipper Ajinkya Rahane also lauded the team’s fighting spirit and Rinku’s match-defining knock, expressing relief and satisfaction after a closely fought contest.

“Really happy with the victory, especially the way we played after those 16 overs. Rinku’s innings turned everything. Initially, we were unsure of what was happening, but credit goes to him. That last-over effort and the momentum he created was something fantastic,” Rahane said. The match also added another notable statistical highlight, as Rinku Singh’s all-round impact placed him in an elite list of IPL performances featuring players who have scored 50+ runs and taken four or more catches in a single match:

• Jacques Kallis (KKR) – 53 runs, 4 catches vs Deccan Chargers, Kolkata, 2011
• Riyan Parag (RR) – 56* runs, 4 catches vs RCB, Pune, 2022
• Daryl Mitchell (CSK) – 52 runs, 5 catches vs SRH, Chennai, 2024
• Rinku Singh (KKR) – 83* runs, 4 catches vs LSG, Lucknow, 2026

The dramatic finish, combined with Narine’s clinical Super Over spell and Rinku Singh’s instant finish, ensured this encounter will be remembered as one of the most extraordinary matches of the IPL 2026 season.