Kolkata, April 2 -- Heinrich Klaasen anchored Sunrisers Hyderabad's commanding batting display with a composed and authoritative half-century, setting the tone for a comprehensive 65-run victory over Kolkata Knight Riders in the sixth match of the Indian Premier League 2026 at Eden Gardens on Thursday night.
Batting first after KKR opted to bowl, Hyderabad posted a formidable 226 for 8 in 20 overs, built around aggressive top-order contributions and Klaasen's stabilizing presence in the middle overs.
Klaasen's 52 off 35 balls held the innings together after an explosive start, ensuring that Hyderabad did not lose momentum despite periodic wickets. He rotated strike smartly, punished loose deliveries, and provided the perfect balance betwe...