"It was a combination of some poor batting (by us) and very good bowling by KKR. We have been inconsistent. We got off to a decent start, probably one of the better we have had in five games, but that was cut short when I came off (retired hurt). We haven't put together a comprehensive batting display at all. There is no doubt about that," 40-year-old Aussie told reporters after the match last night.

Batting first after winning the toss, Kings XI could manage only 124/7 in their allotted 20 overs. Losing opener Paul Valthaty early, Gilchrist tried to maintain pace by hitting some quick runs but pulled a hamstring and was retired hurt. Punjab's middle-order tumbled without any significant contribution and only one six for his side was hit by Gilchrist in the final over when he returned at the end of 17th over.