KKR vs GT :KKR Won By 29 Runs on 16.5.2026

KKR vs GT : Kolkata Knight Riders Won By 29 Runs:

Today’s IPL match (Match 60) featured the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) taking on the Gujarat Titans (GT) at Eden Gardens, Kolkata.

​Kolkata Knight Riders won by 29 runs.

​Match Summary:

​Toss: Gujarat Titans won the toss and elected to bowl first.

​Kolkata Knight Riders Innings: 247/2 (20 overs)

​KKR put up a massive total fueled by explosive knocks from Finn Allen (93 off 35 balls), Angkrish Raghuvanshi (82* off 44 balls), and Cameron Green (52* off 28 balls).

​Note: This match was also a historic milestone for Sunil Narine, who became the first overseas player to reach 200 IPL appearances.

​Gujarat Titans Innings: 218/4 (20 overs)

​Despite a fighting effort from the Titans' batting lineup, they fell short of the steep target, finishing at 218/4.

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) host Gujarat Titans (GT) in Match 60 of IPL 2026 on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at Eden Gardens, Kolkata,...

Just to clear up a quick scheduling detail—the Lanka Premier League (LPL 2026) has actually been scheduled to run from Just to clear up a quick scheduling detail—the Lanka Premier League (LPL 2026) has actually been scheduled to run from July 10 to August 5, 2026, to give players ample preparation time following the T20 World Cup earlier this year. Because of this, there were no LPL matches played today, May 16, 2026, and the official player draft hasn't taken place yet (it's locked in for May 23).  

​However, if you happen to be tracking the IPL (Indian Premier League), there is a massive clash happening right now today (May 16, 2026)—Match 60 between Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Gujarat Titans (GT) at Eden Gardens.  

​Here is a quick breakdown of how that high-scoring thriller unfolded:

​Today's Match Result (IPL - May 16, 2026)

​Kolkata Knight Riders: 247/2 (20 Overs)  

​Gujarat Titans: 207/3 (18.5 Overs - In Progress / Tight Finish)

​Match Highlights

​KKR’s Batting Fireworks: KKR completely dominated the first innings on a flat Eden Gardens deck. Angkrish Raghuvanshi played a magnificent, anchoring yet explosive knock, smashing 82 off just 44 balls*.

​The Finishers: Finn Allen went on an absolute rampage, tearing into the GT bowling lineup with a blistering 93 off just 35 balls, while Cameron Green provided the perfect late-inning surge with a quickfire 52 off 28 balls* to push KKR to a mammoth total of 247.

​GT's Valiant Chase: Facing a mountain of a target, Gujarat Titans didn't back down. Driven by a heavy dew factor that made bowling difficult under the lights, GT's top order kept them alive in the game, hovering at a roaring run rate of nearly 11 runs per over deep into the chase.

​Awards & Post-Match Presentations

​(Note: Because the game is in its absolute final over/concluding moments as of tonight, official presentation awards are being finalized, but the frontrunners are clear):

​Man of the Match Frontrunner: If KKR holds on to defend their total, Finn Allen is the definitive favorite for his game-changing 93-run blitz. If GT pulls off the miracle chase, the honors will shift to their highest chasing contributor.

​Other Projected Awards:

​Electric Striker of the Match: Finn Allen (KKR) for his staggering strike rate well over 200.

​Most Sixes Award: Finn Allen