Harsh Dubey shines with 3 wickets as KKR fight back in IPL 2025 clash

Harsh Dubey's crucial 3-wicket haul, including key dismissals of Rinku Singh and Andre Russell, sparked a strong comeback for KKR against SRH, who had earlier posted a massive 278/3 with Klaasen's record-fast century.

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Sources: Cricbuzz.com
In a thrilling IPL 2025 encounter, Harsh Dubey emerged as the key bowler for Kolkata Knight Riders, taking three wickets and halting the momentum of Sunrisers Hyderabad. Dubey's wickets of Rinku Singh and Andre Russell came in quick succession during the middle overs, shifting the game's balance.

Sunrisers Hyderabad had posted a formidable total, with Klaasen scoring a rapid 37-ball century, contributing to SRH's third highest IPL total of 278/3. The openers, led by Head, had a strong start with 79 runs without loss in six overs.

KKR's initial momentum was disrupted by Jaydev Unadkat, who took three wickets including key players Quinton de Kock and Sunil Narine, finishing with figures of 3-24.

"Harsh Dubey did the damage in the middle over as he saw the back of Rinku Singh and Andre Russell off successive deliveries," a crucial phase that helped KKR regain control.

Despite the high scoring by SRH, KKR's fightback was marked by disciplined bowling and strategic breakthroughs, highlighting Dubey's rising prominence in the IPL.

Stats: SRH scored 278/3, Klaasen's 37-ball century was the joint third-fastest in IPL history, and KKR's bowlers, including Dubey and Unadkat, made significant impacts with three wickets each.

This match showcased the intense competition and individual brilliance that define the IPL, with Dubey's performance standing out as a pivotal moment for KKR.
Sources: Cricbuzz.com
Harsh Dubey took three crucial wickets, including Rinku Singh and Andre Russell, helping Kolkata Knight Riders fight back in their IPL 2025 clash. Despite a strong start by Sunrisers Hyderabad, KKR's middle overs saw a significant shift due to Dubey's impactful bowling performance.
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Key Facts
  • SRH openers started aggressively, posting an unbeaten 79 runs in the first 6 overs.Cricbuzz.com1
  • Klaasen scored a 17-ball fifty and went on to make a 37-ball century, marking the joint third-fastest century in IPL history.Cricbuzz.com1
  • SRH posted the third highest IPL total with a commanding 278/3 on the board.Cricbuzz.com1
  • Jaydev Unadkat was instrumental for KKR, taking key wickets including Quinton de Kock, Sunil Narine, and Manish Pandey, finishing with figures of 3-24.Cricbuzz.com1
  • Harsh Dubey made a significant impact in the middle overs by taking 3 wickets, including those of Rinku Singh and Andre Russell, finishing with 3-34.Cricbuzz.com1
Key Stats at a Glance
Runs scored by SRH openers in first 6 overs
79runs
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Overs taken for 79 runs by SRH openers
6overs
1
Balls taken by Klaasen to score fifty
17balls
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Balls taken by Klaasen to score century
37balls
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SRH total runs scored
278runs
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Wickets taken by Jaydev Unadkat
3wickets
1
Runs conceded by Jaydev Unadkat
24runs
1
Runs conceded by Harsh Dubey
34runs
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