Match Details
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Match: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) vs Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), Match 15, IPL 2025
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Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata
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Date & Time: Thursday, April 3, 2025, 7:30 PM (IST)
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Live Broadcast & Streaming: Sports18/Star Sports Network, JioHotstar (app & website)
Teams Overview
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR):
KKR, led by Ajinkya Rahane, has had a roller-coaster start to the season. After losing the opening match to Royal Challengers Bangalore, they bounced back with a big win over Rajasthan Royals, courtesy of Quinton de Kock’s brilliant 97*. However, their most recent game against Mumbai Indians ended in a collapse, where they were bowled out for just 116. With the batting line-up boasting big hitters and an experienced spin attack, KKR will be aiming to get back to winning ways.
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH):
SRH, under the leadership of Pat Cummins, started their campaign on a high with a massive win against Rajasthan Royals, smashing 286 runs. However, they have since lost two consecutive matches to Lucknow Super Giants and Delhi Capitals. Despite the losses, key players like Travis Head have shown solid form. SRH will be eager to regain their winning touch and improve their position on the table.
Head-to-Head Record
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Matches Played: 28
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Won by Kolkata Knight Riders: 18
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Won by Sunrisers Hyderabad: 9
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Tied: 1
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No Result: 0
Key Players to Watch
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Probable Best Batter: Travis Head
Travis Head has been in fantastic form, scoring 136 runs in three matches at an average of 45.33 and a strike rate of 191.54. The Eden Gardens track will suit his aggressive style of batting, and he will be looking to provide a strong start for SRH in the powerplay. -
Probable Best Bowler: Harshit Rana
Harshit Rana has been a key bowler for KKR, even though he has picked up only two wickets in three matches. His ability to hit the right lengths at key moments, especially with the new ball and in the death overs, will be crucial in this match for KKR.
Eden Gardens Pitch Report
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Surface Type: Flat track with a slight swing early on
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Key Features: The pitch at Eden Gardens is known for being a batting paradise, with little assistance for the bowlers as the game progresses. Pacers might get some movement early in the innings, but as the match moves on, spinners will come into play. It is expected to be a high-scoring encounter, with teams aiming for big totals. The team winning the toss will likely opt to bowl first to restrict the opposition’s total.
Probable Playing XI
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR):
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Captain: Ajinkya Rahane
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Playing XI: Quinton de Kock (w), Venkatesh Iyer, Ajinkya Rahane (c), Rinku Singh, Angkrish Raghuvanshi, Sunil Narine, Andre Russell, Ramandeep Singh, Spencer Johnson, Harshit Rana, Varun Chakaravarthy
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Impact Player: Vaibhav Arora
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH):
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Captain: Pat Cummins
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Playing XI: Travis Head, Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Heinrich Klaasen (w), Aniket Verma, Abhinav Manohar, Pat Cummins (c), Zeeshan Ansari, Harshal Patel, Mohammed Shami
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Impact Player: Adam Zampa
Match Prediction Scenarios
Scenario 1:
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Toss Winner: Kolkata Knight Riders
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Powerplay Score: 70-80
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SRH Score: 200-220
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Result: Kolkata Knight Riders win the match
Scenario 2:
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Toss Winner: Sunrisers Hyderabad
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Powerplay Score: 80-90
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KKR Score: 220-240
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Result: Sunrisers Hyderabad win the match
Final Match Prediction
Given the high-scoring nature of the Eden Gardens pitch, both teams are expected to go all out with the bat. The team bowling first will have the advantage in containing runs early, but as the match progresses, the team with the stronger batting lineup and middle-order finishers is likely to secure a win.
