Kolkata, April 22 (IANS) Chris Gayle smashed an unbeaten century as Royal Challengers Bangalore comfortably beat Kolkata Knight Riders by nine wickets here Friday.

Chasing a target of 172 runs, Bangalore cruised home in 18.1 overs.

Gayle, playing his first IPL match this season, blasted 102 off 55 balls with 10 fours and seven sixes.