IPL 2025: Sunil Narine's Bowling Magic and Rajat Patidar's Response

Sunil Narine dismisses Devdutt Padikkal in IPL 2025 opener between KKR and RCB
IPL 2025: Sunil Narine's Bowling Magic and Rajat Patidar's Response
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IPL 2025 opener between Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), the match witnessed a significant moment when Devdutt Padikkal was dismissed for just 10 runs, caught by Ramandeep Singh off the bowling of Sunil Narine. This wicket came at a crucial time as RCB looked to build on their innings.

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Sunil Narine, known for his crafty spin bowling, struck early in the match, showcasing his ability to turn the game around with key wickets. His dismissal of Padikkal added pressure on RCB, who were aiming for a strong start.

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With Padikkal back in the pavilion, RCB's captain Rajat Patidar needed to rally his team to maintain momentum. The early wicket forced RCB to recalibrate their approach as they sought to establish a solid partnership.

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The crowd at Eden Gardens erupted with excitement as Narine claimed another wicket. Fans of KKR celebrated this pivotal moment, while RCB supporters expressed their frustration at losing an important batsman so early in the innings.

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Earlier in the match, Narine had also made headlines with a controversial hit-wicket incident that left fans and players questioning the umpire's decision. Despite brushing the stumps with his bat during an attempted shot, he was ruled not out due to the ball being called wide. This incident added drama to an already intense match.

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At the time of Padikkal's dismissal, RCB was at 118/2, looking to build a competitive total against KKR. With Virat Kohli and Phil Salt at the crease, fans were eager to see how RCB would respond to this setback.

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