Uthappa, Yusuf down Sunrisers

May 18, 2014

Morne Morkel claimed a terrific catch to dent Sunrisers Hyderabad early but Shikhar Dhawan, despite his recent struggle for form, kept the run rate up •BCCI

But Kolkata Knight Riders spinners started pulling things back. Shakib Al Hasan claimed two victims•BCCI

Sunrisers were buoyed by the early wicket of Gautam Gambhir, who was adjudged caught behind though replays showed the ball had missed the edge •BCCI

Yusuf Pathan struck 39 off 28 to guide his side through a tricky final few overs to their fourth victory on the trot •BCCI

David Warner marshalled the middle overs with a brisk 34 off 18 •BCCI

And Sunil Narine was reliably economical in the death•BCCI

Robin Uthappa knucled down and guided Knight Riders' chase with 40 off 33 balls •BCCI

Darren Sammy, in his first game as Sunrisers captain, had trouble getting the big shots away and that meant his side could post only 142•BCCI

Amit Mishra had another forgettable outing with the ball, going for 38 in his four overs•BCCI