India, May 21 -- Last night on May 20, the iconic Eden Gardens witnessed Kolkata Knight Riders put on a dominant display against five-time Indian Premier League champions Mumbai Indians, as the Ajinkya Rahane-led side registered their sixth win of the season to stay alive in the qualification race. What is turning into one of the comeback stories of the season for the three-time IPL champions, after failing to win a single game in their first six matches, has also marked the return of veteran Manish Pandey, who remained on the sidelines before returning to the playing XI against Sunrisers Hyderabad on May 3, adding much-needed depth and experience to KKR's struggling middle order.

However, the seasoned campaigner, known for his memorable...