The much-awaited match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Rajasthan Royals was unfortunately abandoned due to persistent rains in Guwahati, leaving both teams with one point each. This result dashed Rajasthan's hopes of finishing among the top two teams in the league, as Sunrisers Hyderabad secured their spot with a better net run rate. As per the new schedule, Kolkata Knight Riders will now face Sunrisers Hyderabad in Qualifier 1 while Royal Challengers Bangalore will take on Rajasthan Royals in the Eliminator. In other news, PM Modi recently reviewed BJP's poll management in Odisha, with 12 candidates vying for the Bhubaneswar Lok Sabha seat.
Rain Dampens KKR-RR Clash in Guwahati, Qualifiers Set
The highly anticipated match between Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) in Guwahati was abandoned on Thursday due to persistent rainfall. The match was crucial for both teams' hopes of reaching the playoffs.
As a result of the abandonment, both teams were awarded one point each. This dashed RR's chances of finishing in the top two of the league standings, as Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) secured their spot with a superior net run rate.
New Playoff Schedule
With this result, the playoff schedule has been finalized:
BJP's Poll Management in Odisha
Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently reviewed the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) poll management in Odisha, where 12 candidates are contesting the Bhubaneswar Lok Sabha seat. The party is aiming to improve its performance in the state, where it has faced challenges in recent years.
FAQs on KKR-RR Match and BJP's Poll Management
1. Why was the KKR-RR match abandoned? Answer: Due to persistent rainfall in Guwahati.
2. Which team benefitted most from the abandoned match? Answer: SRH, as they secured a spot in Qualifier 1.
3. What is the new playoff schedule? Answer: Qualifier 1: KKR vs. SRH; Eliminator: RCB vs. RR
4. How many candidates are contesting the Bhubaneswar Lok Sabha seat? Answer: 12
5. What is the BJP's goal in Odisha? Answer: To improve its performance in the state elections.
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