India, May 21 -- Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have scraped past the Mumbai Indians in a tricky chase of 148 on May 20, Wednesday at the Eden Gardens Stadium. Although the Mumbai Indians, who have lost their ninth match of the season, threatened to make a late comeback, the home side didn't allow it and ensured to register a much-needed victory. In the process, they have kept themselves alive in the playoffs race for IPL 2026, albeit still a tough race ahead.

How can the Kolkata Knight Riders still qualify for the playoffs?

With now 13 points under their belt, the Knight Riders are now levelled with the Punjab Kings. But their net run-rate of 0.011 is still slightly than that of Punjab Kings, who have 0.227, placing them at sixth. Their n...