India, April 3 -- Captains are often asked about their assessment of the pitch after the toss, irrespective of what the coin decides. Kolkata Knight Riders captain Ajinkya Rahane faced a similar on Thursday during the IPL 2025 match against Sunrisers Hyderabad at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata. But with the question being wrapped in reference to KKR's ongoing row with the Eden curator over the home tract, Rahane was left startled.

When former English cricketer Nick Knight asked Rahane if he was happy with the pitch amid all the talk, the skipper was surprised by the question. He stopped briefly before smiling to admit that the team got what they wanted.

"Looks good, I'm really happy with the pitch, we were also bowling first. It will suit ...