IPL 2025: RR vs KKR, Match 6: Stats Review of player records and achieved milestones

The sixth match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 was held at Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati, the second home of Rajasthan Royals (RR). Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) won the toss and opted to bowl first, aiming to analyze the fresh wicket and gain an upper hand over the opposition.

Rajasthan Royals' batters started with an aggressive intent, putting up 54 runs for the loss of one wicket in the powerplay. However, their momentum was short-lived as KKR bowlers struck in quick succession, dismantling RR’s middle order. Varun Chakravarthy was the standout performer with the ball, claiming two wickets while conceding just 17 runs. Moeen Ali complemented him well, also picking up two wickets for 23 runs.

By the 11th over, RR found themselves struggling at 82 for 5. Despite the setbacks, Dhruv Jurel's valuable 33-run knock and Jofra Archer’s late fireworks, which included a couple of sixes, helped RR reach a respectable total of 151/9 by the end of 20 overs.

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In response, KKR started cautiously, managing only 40 runs inside the powerplay. However, the innings gained momentum in the middle overs as Quinton de Kock led the charge with a sensational unbeaten 97 off just 61 balls. His explosive batting display ensured a comfortable chase, securing KKR’s victory by eight wickets.

With this emphatic win, KKR opened their account in IPL 2025, displaying a commanding performance with both bat and ball. Meanwhile, RR will look to bounce back more decisively in their upcoming fixtures.

Here are the most essential stats from the game:

• Yashasvi Jaiswal: Completed 3,000 T20 runs.
• Angkrish Raghuvanshi: Completed 200 IPL runs.
• Yashasvi Jaiswal: Fourth fastest indian to reach 3,000 T20 runs.
• Quinton de Kock: Scored the highest runs while chasing the target: 97*(61)
• Kolkata Knight Riders: Most Wins while chasing in IPL: 79 wins