India, April 16 -- Kolkata Knight Riders suffered a morale-crushing defeat against Punjab Kings, failing to chase the 112-run target. The defending champions looked off-colours in the batting department, crumbling against Yuzvendra Chahal's brilliant spell and being bundled out for just 95. It was a game where KKR should have won comfortably and boosted their NRR, but instead, they suffered a hammering, which could dent their confidence going forward.

KKR skipper Ajinkya Rahane also admitted that it was an easy chase, but the batters were too reckless with their approach, which cost them two crucial points. With half of their matches league stage matches, KKR will now be under pressure to get over the defeat and produce a stronger title ...