In Pictures: IPL 2021 in UAE - Sunil Narine leads Kolkata Knight Riders to eliminator win over Royal Challengers Bangalore

Virat Kohli, captain of Royal Challengers Bangalore and Eoin Morgan, captain of Kolkata Knight Riders during toss of the eliminator match of the Indian Premier League at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah in the United Arab Emirates.

Kohli, who announced he is stepping down as captain of the team, was hoping to lead his side to the final. But it would turn out to be a disappointing end for him...

Devdutt Padikkal of Bangalore gets bowled by Ferguson. He scored 21 runs from 18 balls.

Yuzvendra Chahal of Bangalore appeals for the wicket of Rahul Tripathi of Kolkata.

Harshal Patel of Bangalore celebrates the wicket of Venkatesh Iyer of Kolkata.

Kolkata's all-rounder Sunil Narine put in a stunning performance to lead his side to a four-wicket victory over Bangalore. The off-spinner took 4-21 to restrict RCB to 138-7 off 20 overs then smashed 26 off 15 balls as KKR reached 139-6 with two balls to spare.

Morgan during the match. KKR face Delhi Capitals in tomorrow's second qualifier for a spot in the final. The winner will play Chennai Super Kings on Friday for the 2021 IPL title.

Kolkata Knight Riders celebrate after winning the eliminator match against Bangalore. KKR have now won six out of eight games since the delayed tournament resumed in the United Arab Emirates.