In a high-pressure contest at Eden Gardens, Kolkata Knight Riders against gave a fiery start Mumbai Indians In match 65 of IPL 2026, with Cameron Green Stealing attention through a sensational running catch for dismissal Rohit Sharma. It witnessed early drama as a must-win game for KKR Ajinkya Rahane‘s bowl decision paid off immediately before the rain and cut the game short.
KKR went into the contest needing nothing more than a win to keep their playoff hopes alive and their bowlers responded brilliantly by reducing MI to 57/4 in just eight overs. Among the highlights of the match was Green’s breathtaking catch near the mid-wicket boundary that sent Rohit back to the pavilion.
Cameron Green creates a moment of magic to get rid of Rohit Sharma
The Australian all-rounder looked active from the start of the innings. After double tapping on the same to remove Ryan Rickelton and Naman DhirGreen added another memorable contribution on the field with his athletic touch that wowed fans.
The dismissal came in the fifth ball of the fourth ball bowled by the pacer Saurabh Dubey. Rohit, known for changing the pace of games on several occasions, attempted an aggressive shot towards the leg side with a full length delivery. However, he could not time the shot properly.
Standing deep on the leg side, Green reacted immediately and raced back towards the boundary rope. Keeping his eyes firmly on the ball, he maintained perfect balance before completing a superb running catch under pressure. The dismissal led to loud celebrations from the KKR players as Rohit’s stay at the crease ended earlier than expected. The catch quickly went viral on social media, with fans praising Green’s athleticism and awareness in the crucial matchup.
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KKR bowlers dominate before rain
KKR’s bowlers delivered exactly what the team needed in a knock-out game. Green’s early knocks rattled Mumbai’s top order, while Saurabh Dubey also made a major impact with Rohit’s wicket. Mumbai Indians struggled to build partnerships as wickets continued to fall at regular intervals. The pressure created by KKR’s disciplined bowling forced the MI batsmen into risky innings and helped the hosts maintain a firm grip.
Just when Kolkata looked set to continue their dominance, rain interrupted proceedings at the Eden Gardens and temporarily halted the momentum.
A must-win situation for Knight Riders
The clash is crucial for KKR’s IPL 2026 campaign. The last champions are ranked eighth in the points table with 11 points from 12 matches. A defeat against Mumbai Indians will officially knock them out of the playoff race.
Even if KKR can beat MI and Delhi Capitals in their remaining league games, they can reach the maximum of 15 points. Their chances of qualifying also depend heavily on other results going in their favor.
Kolkata require both Rajasthan Royals and Punjab Kings to lose their remaining matches to keep their slim playoff hopes alive. With so much at stake, Green’s all-round brilliance could be one of the defining moments of KKR’s season.
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