Kolkata Knight Riders Deliver Dominant Win Over Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL 2025

On April 3, 2025, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) delivered a spectacular performance to defeat Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) by a commanding 80 runs in IPL 2025. KKR's dominance with both bat and ball left SRH with little chance, as they were bowled out for a mere 120 runs in just 16.4 overs.

Kolkata Knight Riders, batting first, posted an imposing total of 200/6 in their 20 overs. The innings was built on strong contributions from their top and middle order. Their aggressive approach paid off, with a flurry of boundaries and some smart batting throughout the innings. KKR managed to finish strong, despite a couple of quick wickets towards the end, with the total standing at a daunting 200.

Sunrisers Hyderabad, in reply, never quite found their rhythm. KKR’s bowlers were on the mark from the first over, with Sunrisers crumbling under the pressure. SRH’s batting line-up was dismantled in a hurry, and they were all out for just 120 runs in 16.4 overs. No SRH batter was able to build a partnership, and KKR's bowlers, led by their pacers, kept the pressure on with regular wickets.

KKR’s all-around brilliance in this game showed just how dangerous they can be. From posting a huge total to executing perfect bowling strategies, Kolkata left no room for SRH to mount any sort of comeback.

Key Highlights:

  • KKR: 200/6 in 20 overs

  • SRH: 120 all out in 16.4 overs

  • KKR’s dominant all-round performance with bat and ball

  • SRH failed to build partnerships, resulting in a crushing loss

  • KKR’s bowlers delivered regular breakthroughs to keep SRH in check

With this big win, Kolkata Knight Riders strengthen their position in the IPL 2025 standings, while Sunrisers Hyderabad will need to regroup and address their batting woes before their next match.