Chris Morris helps Rajasthan Royals move off the bottom of IPL table

Chris Morris took four wickets to help the Rajasthan Royals beat the Kolkata Knight Riders by six wickets and move off the bottom of the Indian Premier League (IPL) standings.

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South African paceman Chris Morris finished with figures of 4-23 in his four overs as the Royals restricted the Knight Riders to a total of 133/9 after electing to field first at the toss.

It was a disjointed batting effort from the Knight Riders with number three Rahul Tripathi top-scoring with 36 off 26 deliveries.

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On a slow pitch at the Wankede stadium, the Royals initially made hard work of the run-chase but captain Sanju Samson (42 not out) saw his team over the line.

Proteas batsman David Miller also finished on 24 not out as the Rajasthan Royals reached their target with seven balls to spare.

It was only the Royals’ second win in five matches this season and moves them above the Knight Riders on the IPL table.

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